Why Live in University South
University South in Palo Alto, CA, retains its college town charm with walkable streets, historic architecture, and highly rated schools. The neighborhood includes Professorville, known for its early 20th-century homes built by Stanford University professors. Residents enjoy proximity to downtown Palo Alto, Town and Country Village, Stanford University, and Stanford Shopping Center. Dining options include Tamarine, offering Vietnamese-inspired dishes, and Evvia Estiatorio, known for traditional Greek cuisine. Both restaurants are featured in the Michelin Guide. Shopping is convenient with national retailers at Town & Country Village and upscale options at Stanford Shopping Center. The weekly Downtown Palo Alto Farmers Market and grocery stores like Whole Foods Market and Trader Joe’s provide fresh produce and essentials.
Professorville features historic Craftsman and Colonial Revival homes with brown shingle siding and gambrel roofs, while more modern homes and condos are found near University Avenue. Heritage Park and Rinconada Park offer recreational spaces, with the latter featuring a redwood grove, sports fields, and a swimming pool. The Lucie Stern Community Center hosts community theater, and the Stanford Theater screens classic movies with live organ music. Annual events like the May Fete Parade and Palo Alto Festival of the Arts bring the community together with parades, fairs, and art expos.
University South has low crime risk compared to the national average and is well-connected with bike lanes, sidewalks, and public transportation options, including Caltrain and several bus services. Major roads like University Avenue and Embarcadero Road connect to U.S. Highway 101, and San José Mineta International Airport is 16 miles away. Local schools, including Addison Elementary, Frank S. Greene Middle, and Palo Alto High, are highly rated, contributing to the neighborhood's appeal for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University South a good place to live?
University South is a good place to live. University South is considered fairly walkable and a biker's paradise with some transit options. University South is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. University South has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 14.5 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $186,891 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 84.8% of residents. A majority of residents in University South are renters, with 63.7% of residents renting and 36.3% of residents owning their home. A
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Is University South, CA a safe neighborhood?
University South, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in University South?
The median home price in University South is $750,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $150,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,890 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $167K a year to afford the median home price in University South. The average household income in University South is $187K.
What are the best public schools in University South?
The best public schools that serve University South are:
- Palo Alto High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Henry M. Gunn High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Ellen Fletcher Middle has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
What are the best private schools in University South?
The best private schools that serve University South are:
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Home Trends in University South, CA
On average, homes in University South, Palo Alto sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in University South, Palo Alto over the last 12 months is $1,650,000, up 342% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,650,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,650,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$520,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$425
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median List Price
$750,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
342%