Downtown Palo Alto is the city’s lively center, featuring boutique shops, diverse dining, and a walkable community feel. With Stanford next door and Caltrain access, it’s a dynamic neighborhood blending convenience and culture.
Downtown North offers urban convenience in a residential setting, making it one of Palo Alto’s most desirable walkable neighborhoods.
Located directly north of University Avenue, Downtown North combines charming older homes with newer construction, giving buyers both character and modern amenities. Residents enjoy walkability to shops, restaurants, and Stanford, as well as the Baylands trails nearby.
Addison Elementary
Greene Middle School
Palo Alto High (Paly)
Private nearby: Castilleja, Keys, International School of the Peninsula.
1920s–40s bungalows and Craftsman cottages
1950s–60s ranches and duplexes
Newer condos, townhomes, and custom homes
Lot sizes: smaller, 4,000–6,000 sq. ft.
Price range: $2.5M – $7M+
Walk to University Ave. shops, dining, and Caltrain
Near Johnson Park and Baylands access
Urban lifestyle with suburban touches
What types of homes are in Downtown North?
A mix of bungalows, Craftsman homes, and new construction.
How much do homes cost?
Generally $2.5M – $7M+.
Is it walkable?
Yes — one of Palo Alto’s most pedestrian-friendly areas.
What makes Downtown North unique?
Its blend of historic homes and modern convenience.
5,362 people live in Downtown - Palo Alto, where the median age is 47 and the average individual income is $119,777. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Downtown - Palo Alto, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Levity Fit, Academy of American Ballet, and Race Against PH.
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| Active | 4.18 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.6 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.44 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.07 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.66 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.48 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.85 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.08 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Downtown - Palo Alto has 2,814 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown - Palo Alto do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 5,362 people call Downtown - Palo Alto home. The population density is 12,813.228 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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