Boyenga Team Portola Valley Ranch Neighborhood Guide

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Portola Valley Ranch

Located right in the middle of Palo Alto and bound by Oregon Expwy, US Route 101, Alma St, and Loma Verde Ave, Midtown is one of Palo Alto’s larger and older neighborhoods. Most homes here were developed post-WWII in California’s suburban boom. Most feature Rancher or Eichler styles, retaining their original, traditional character with just a few newer two-story renovations that add a dash of young modernity.

Portola Valley Ranch Sign

Although Midtown was developed with more structure than wholly unplanned neighborhoods like College Terrace, there is still variation in home and lot size (ranging from 6000 to 8000 sq ft). That, of course, means they vary in price, making the neighborhood an all-around diverse spot for homebuyers of every type. And Midtown is certainly a homebuyer’s location — though there are a scattering of condos and apartments for rent, most people attracted to this area are looking to settle down with permanence. That contributes to the neighborhood’s tight, familiar community feel that attracts so many of the families here.

Clubhouse in Portola Valley Ranch

Midtown is additionally exceptional for its suburbanesque commercial amenities — the Midtown Shopping Center right in the neighborhood offers businesses from pharmacies and convenience stores to coffee and dining. The neighborhood also features two parks, Greer Park and Henry Seale Park, both which offer neat spots for recreation. On the western end of the neighborhood, access to the Caltrain station is just a walk away.

The Neighbors

Come from all kinds of backgrounds, professions, and lifestyles

Unexpected Appeal

A nature preserve, featuring several hundred acres of untouched wilderness land

The Commute

10 minutes from Stanford University. Easy access to 280 and Sand Hill Road

What to Expect

Homes built of natural materials and designed to harmonize with its oak woodland environment

The Lifestyle

An open and welcoming community that will embrace you

Boyenga Team Favorite

Portola Valley Ranch Community Center

Fall in Love With

The Community, Family Friendly, 10 miles of riding, hiking and jogging trails

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