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Frequently asked questions
What is the median home price in Palo Alto?
The current median single-family home price in Palo Alto is approximately $3,500,000 — among the highest in the United States. Old Palo Alto, Crescent Park, and Professorville frequently exceed $5M.
Why are Palo Alto schools so well-known?
Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) — including Palo Alto High and Henry M. Gunn High — consistently ranks among the top public school districts in California.
Are there flood risk areas in Palo Alto?
Yes. Areas adjacent to San Francisquito Creek, parts of Crescent Park near the creek, the Bay-side blocks east of Highway 101, and pockets along Matadero and Adobe Creeks can fall into FEMA Zone A or shaded Zone X.
Is Palo Alto a good investment market?
Historically yes — Palo Alto has one of the strongest long-term appreciation track records in the country, supported by Stanford, Sand Hill Road venture capital, and major tech employers.
What is the difference between Palo Alto and East Palo Alto?
They are entirely separate cities. Palo Alto sits on the Santa Clara County side of San Francisquito Creek with a median home price of $3.5M+ and the PAUSD school district. East Palo Alto, across the creek in San Mateo County, has a median price near $850K, different schools (Ravenswood City School District), and a markedly different demographic and crime profile.