Midtown Palo Alto is a family-oriented neighborhood with charming mid-century homes, parks, and local shopping. Its central location and top schools make it one of Palo Alto’s most popular areas for families.
Midtown is a vibrant, family-friendly neighborhood known for its Eichler homes, community feel, and central location.
Developed mainly in the 1940s–1960s, Midtown blends post-war ranches and iconic Eichlers with newer custom homes. Midtown retains a small-town atmosphere, thanks to its local shopping center, parks, and tree-lined streets. It’s one of Palo Alto’s most walkable areas, making it especially popular with families.
El Carmelo Elementary
J.L. Stanford Middle School
Palo Alto High (Paly) or Gunn High, depending on exact location
Nearby private: Challenger, Stratford, and Keys School.
1940s–50s ranch homes: cozy, single-level layouts
1950s–60s Eichlers: mid-century modern with open floor plans
Remodeled and new custom homes with expanded square footage
Lot sizes: 5,500–7,500 sq. ft.
Price range: $2.3M – $5M+
Walkable to Midtown Shopping Center (Safeway, Walgreens, local cafes)
Close to Mitchell Park & Community Center
Strong neighborhood identity and block parties
Easy bike commute to schools and Downtown
What types of homes are in Midtown?
A mix of ranch homes, Eichlers, and custom rebuilds.
Is Midtown family-friendly?
Yes — it’s one of Palo Alto’s most community-oriented neighborhoods.
How much do homes cost?
Homes typically sell for $2.3M – $5M+.
What makes Midtown unique?
Its walkability, central location, and Eichler architecture.
Which schools serve Midtown?
Midtown families are typically zoned for El Carmelo Elementary, J.L. Stanford Middle, and either Palo Alto High or Gunn High, depending on location. Both high schools are top-ranked, so either option is highly desirable.
10,738 people live in Midtown - Palo Alto, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $106,097. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Midtown - 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, MichRoFit, and Race Against PH.
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| Active | 3.3 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.3 miles | 23 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.97 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.17 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.66 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.98 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.94 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Midtown - Palo Alto has 3,757 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Midtown - Palo Alto do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 10,738 people call Midtown - Palo Alto home. The population density is 9,052.591 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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