Community Center Homes for Sale

Community Center in Palo Alto is a residential neighborhood known for its highly rated schools and abundant recreational spaces. The area is part of the Palo Alto Unified School District, which is recognized as the best in California, with local schools like Walter Hays Elementary, Frank S. Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High all receiving high ratings. The neighborhood is quieter than downtown Palo Alto, with tree-lined streets featuring a mix of early-to-mid-20th-century single-story cottages and newer traditional homes built after 2000. Residents enjoy proximity to attractions such as the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo, Palo Alto Art Center, and Rinconada Cultural Park, which offers tennis courts, a swimming pool, and grassy fields. Eleanor Pardee Park, less than a mile north, provides jogging paths, picnic areas, and playgrounds. For dining and shopping, locals frequent Whole Foods, Thyme restaurant, and Town & Country Village Shopping Mall, which includes popular spots like Wildseed and Tong Sui Desserts & Drinks. The Palo Alto Children’s Theatre and the Palo Alto Art Center offer cultural enrichment with performances, classes, and exhibits. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and commuting is convenient with Route 101 about 2 miles north and tech hubs like Sunnyvale, Cupertino, and San Jose within 20 miles. Public transportation options include Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority buses and Palo Alto Link, a local ride service. Nearby medical facilities include Lucile Packard Children's Hospital and Stanford Medicine, both about 2 miles southwest.