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Historic Green Gables
To walk through Duveneck-St. Francis is to be transported back in time. This popular Palo Alto suburb is part of the historic Green Gables subdivision, a 1950s community developed by acclaimed architect Joseph Eichler, a pioneer of midcentury modern architecture. The subdivision is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and many Palo Alto residents still call this part of the city Green Gables, including lifelong local Nicholas French, a broker associate at Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno who’s sold homes here for 23 years.
“Green Gables has an entry-level price point, so there are lots of families,” he says. “People play basketball in the streets, and there’s less traffic than in other neighborhoods, like Crescent Park. It’s very active during the holidays, and trick-or-treating is really fun.” This family-friendly area is also well known for its highly rated schools, including Duveneck Elementary, and its proximity to the California Avenue shopping district and Rinconada Park. Stanford University, the Googleplex, and the Meta headquarters are also close by.
Duveneck-St. Francis is known by locals as Green Gables for its lush trees.
St Francis Dr is lined with grand Ranch-style homes in the Duveneck-St Francis neighborhood.
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Midcentury-modern Eichler homes
Duveneck-St. Francis’s age can be felt in its trees; the mature oaks and eucalyptus trees shade the neighborhood's gently curving streets, sidewalks and landscaped yards. Most of the area’s midcentury modern homes are Eichler originals, characterized by exposed beams and floor-to-ceiling windows. Buyers can also find 1940s ranch-style homes and cottages with attached garages or carports. In April 2024, the median home price was $3.7 million, 7% higher than Palo Alto’s median; prices here are up 6% from 2023. A two-bedroom cottage can start at $2.4 million, while a four-bedroom two-story modern home can cost up to $5.1 million. A four-bedroom Eichler home can range from $2.6 million to $4 million.
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Eichler-style homes will be your dream home in Duveneck-St Francis.
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Join the Duveneck Elementary community
Local kids can start at Duveneck Elementary, which earns an A-plus from Niche. “Duveneck Elementary is a really big draw,” French says. “People love it there, and it’s a really tight community. You can almost call it a destination school—people say, “I want Duveneck.’” Kids can then attend Frank S. Greene Middle before advancing to Palo Alto High; both earn an A-plus. At Palo Alto High, also known as Paly, kids can enroll in the design, visual and media arts career pathway. Students here get hands-on experience in graphic design, photography and video production. Popular private options include the Stratford School for kids in pre-kindergarten through Grade 8, and the all-girls Castilleja School for Grades 6 through 12; both earn an A-plus.
Duveneck Elementary School in Duveneck-St. Francis has events for students after hours.
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle School fosters a positive learning environment for its students.
Kids can enroll in the design, visual and media arts career pathway at Palo Alto High School.
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Explore the Magic Forest at Rinconada Park
“Rinconada Park has swimming, tennis, a zoo, a museum and a library,” French says. “There’s all kinds of stuff right there, and it’s within walking distance.” The park offers 19 acres of sports fields and green space, including a redwood grove called the Magic Forest. Near Rinconada Park, kids can get up close and personal with the animals at the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. The 10-acre Eleanor Pardee Park is another popular way to get outside, with a playground, open fields and community gardens. At the Palo Alto Art Center, creative kids and adults can learn new mediums, including ceramics and digital photography.
The playground at Rinconada Park is a favorite for kids in Palo Alto.
The Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo lets kids get up close and personal with animals.
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The local restaurants of California Avenue
California Avenue’s locally owned shops and restaurants are a short bike ride away. “Mediterranean Wraps has the best falafel in all Santa Clara County,” French says. “There's a really good brunch place: Joanie’s Café. People from out of the area come here, and it’s always crowded.” Other popular restaurants include Terún, known for stellar Neapolitan pizzas, and Zareen’s, serving Pakistani and Indian dishes like paneer tikka masala and chai tea. Local produce is available at the weekly California Avenue Farmers Market, and nearby grocery options include Country Sun Natural Foods and The Market at Edgewood.
Joanie’s Café is a local hot spot in Duveneck-St Francis.
Duveneck-St Francis residents can enjoy outdoor dining at Terún.
Palo Alto residents can pick up local veggies at the California Avenue Farmers Market.
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Near the Caltrain’s California Avenue station
Duveneck-St. Francis is bordered by U.S. Highway 101, the Oregon Expressway and Embarcadero Road. The regional Caltrain’s California Avenue station is 2 miles south. There are three bus options: SamTrams, the Valley Transportation Authority and the free Stanford Marguerite shuttle. With dedicated bike lanes and sidewalks, Duveneck-St. Francis is bike- and pedestrian-friendly. The Menlo Park VA Medical Center is 4 miles northeast, and Stanford Medicine is 4 miles southeast. The Palo Alto Airport, a general aviation municipal airport with no commercial flights, is a mile away, and San José Mineta International Airport is a 14-mile trip.
Duveneck-St. Francis is bordered by U.S. Highway 101 in Palo Alto.
Duveneck-St Francis residents can hop on the Caltrain at the nearby California Avenue station.
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Groove out every 3rdThursday
Music fills California Avenue at the monthly 3rdThursday music festival, which has up to six local bands performing along the street; past acts have included the Jack Tuttle and Friends Quintet, a bluegrass band, and ALEGRITUDE, playing instrumental Brazilian music.
Flood zone restrictions
Most of Duveneck-St. Francis is in a flood zone; home buyers here may be required to purchase flood insurance and receive special permits for construction projects. Residents here may also experience the effects of nearby wildfires, including ash and smoke. The last major wildfires in the area were in 2020 when almost 400,000 acres burned in the Diablo Range to the east and almost 90,000 acres burned in Santa Cruz County to the south.
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Parks in this Area
Greer Park
Byxbee Park
Henry Seale Park
Baylands Nature Preserve
Rinconada Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Pool
Eleanor Pardee Park
Bike Trails
Grills
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
18 min drive
Bus
N California & Embarcadero
Bus
Embarcadero & Louis
Bus
Embarcadero & Greer
Bus
Rinconada Library
Bus
Embarcadero & Heather
Bus
Embarcadero & Newell
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Duveneck-Saint Francis
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Duveneck-Saint Francis Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Duveneck-Saint Francis, Palo Alto sell after 299 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Duveneck-Saint Francis, Palo Alto over the last 12 months is $640,000, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,333
Median Age
47
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$259,826
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$249,426
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
90.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
58.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
82/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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