City

Menlo Park, CA

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3.8 /5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $2.97M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $200k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -14%

City Reviews & Questions

City Review

Key Words:

Silicon Valley Charm, Tree-Lined Neighborhoods, Community-Centric Living

Menlo Park, nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, is much more than its reputation as a tech hub. It's a city that offers a blend of small-town charm with the innovation and dynamism of some of the world's leading tech companies. In Menlo Park, you'll find a housing market as varied as the local landscape, with quiet, tree-lined residential neighborhoods offering everything from cozy cottages to impressive estates. Architectural styles reflect the city's evolution from a sleepy suburb to a bustling, affluent community. The city's amenities, like the tranquil Bedwell Bayfront Park with its panoramic bay views, and the bustling downtown with its array of upscale dining and shopping options, cater to a range of tastes and lifestyles. Menlo Park is also known for its community-driven events, like the Connoisseurs' Marketplace, which showcase the city's love for culture and local craftsmanship. Educationally, Menlo Park serves its community with highly rated schools, both public and private, that are known for their innovative programs and commitment to academic excellence. The presence of top-tier educational institutions adds to the city's allure for families. Despite its many benefits, Menlo Park, like many Silicon Valley cities, faces challenges such as high living costs and the pressures of rapid growth on infrastructure and housing. Nonetheless, the city works proactively to maintain its unique character and quality of life. To sum up, Menlo Park is a city that offers the rare combination of intellectual vibrancy, cultural richness, and suburban tranquility. It's a place where innovation is in the air, community values are cherished, and the quality of life is as high as the towering trees that give the city its name. For those considering Menlo Park as their new home, it promises a life that's both enriched by community spirit and inspired by the innovative pulse that drives the region.

Schools serving this City

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Encinal Elementary PrimaryK-5
Laurel Elementary PrimaryK-5
Las Lomitas Elementary PrimaryK-3
La Entrada Middle Middle4-8
Hillview Middle Middle6-8
John F. Kennedy Middle Middle5-8
Menlo-Atherton High High9-12
Woodside High High9-12
Sequoia High High9-12

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

City Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    3.1

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.3

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.7

Overall Amenities score: 3.4

Median Price

0.20.40.60.81.0$-4$-2$2$4

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Top Neighborhoods in Menlo Park, CA

1st
Neighborhood Iamge
West Menlo, Menlo Park, CA
Overall Score : 4.5
Tucked away in western Menlo Park, West Menlo is a residential enclave where tree-lin.....
2nd
Neighborhood Iamge
Central Menlo, Menlo Park, CA
Overall Score : 4.3
Central Menlo is where suburban comfort meets urban accessibility, offering a peacefu.....
3rd
Neighborhood Iamge
The Willows, Menlo Park, CA
Overall Score : 4.3
Nestled in the eastern part of Menlo Park, The Willows is a neighborhood that's rich .....

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