Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Ventura

Overview

Located in the southern portion of Palo Alto, Ventura adjoins Barron Park and borrows from its neighbor’s laid-back nature. However, single-family homes in this neighborhood occupy lots generally smaller than Palo Alto’s average lot size. This factor contributes to a more compact environment, preventing Ventura from experiencing the high demand developers have demonstrated in other parts of the city. Nevertheless, the neighborhood’s central location, relatively low prices, and access to some of the highest-ranking schools in the state make Ventura an increasingly popular option for new residents.

 

The residents of Ventura are a vibrant bunch. Historically, people living in this neighborhood are not heavily affiliated with the tech sector. Many are artists and tradespeople, and all represent an array of ethnicities and cultures. High walkability is a feature that lures many homebuyers; Boulware Park, Equinox Fitness, Starbucks, and numerous restaurants are located within Ventura, while extensive shopping and dining options and the Farmers’ Market at California Avenue are a few blocks outside the neighborhood.

 

A number of businesses, including Fry’s Electronics, dominate the northern part of Ventura. Much of this commercial zone is the subject of a large development plan, which is expected to be defined in the coming months.

 

 

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Ease of access and high walkability
  • Relatively affordable option for young families
  • Home of ethnic groups, artists, and tradespeople
  • Development plan intended for northern portion

 

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The public schools are among the best in the nation. Graduates from the local high schools attend the most prestigious colleges and universities in the country, with a much larger than average number admitted to neighboring Stanford. Abundant bike paths make it easy for most students to bike to their local schools, giving them a sense of independence that is valued by parents and children alike.

 

Elementary School Grade Address Phone Number School District
Juana Briones K-5 4100 Orme ST, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 856-0877 Palo Alto Unified School District
Herbert Hoover K-5 445 E. Charleston RD, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 320-8106 Palo Alto Unified School District
Fairmeadow K-5 500 E. Meadow Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 856-0845 Palo Alto Unified School District
El Carmelo K-5 3024 Bryant St, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 856-0960 Palo Alto Unified School District
Barron Park K-5 800 Barron Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 858-0508 Palo Alto Unified School District
Middle School Grade Address Phone Number School District
Jane Lathrop Stanford 6-8 480 E. Meadow DR, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 856-5188 Palo Alto Unified School District
Ellen Fletcher 6-8 655 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 856-9810 Palo Alto Unified School District
High School Grade Address Phone Number School District
Henry M. Gunn 9-12 780 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 354-8200 Palo Alto Unified School District
Pre-school Grade Address Phone Number School District
Palo Alto Montessori Pre-school 575 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 493-5930
Private School Grade Address Phone Number School District
Keys K-8 2890 MIDDLEFIELD ROAD, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 328-1711
Bowman International 4000 Terman Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 813-9131
Living Wisdom K-8 456 College Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 462-8150

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