Belle Haven Menlo Park Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Also known as East Menlo Park
Menlo Park neighborhood guide
Belle Haven is the only Menlo Park neighborhood east of Highway 101, tucked between the freeway, Willow Road and the Bayfront Expressway. It was annexed into the city in 1949, and today it sits closest of any Menlo Park neighborhood to the Bay shoreline and the wildlife refuge beyond it.
The neighborhood has deep roots as a historically Black community shaped by the Great Migration, and in recent decades it has become predominantly Latino. That layered history shows up in strong neighborhood groups and local efforts to document Belle Haven's story.
In 2024 the city opened the Belle Haven Community Campus on Terminal Avenue, bringing a library, pool, recreation center and senior center together in one place, right next to Kelly Park.
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At a glance
- Only Menlo Park neighborhood east of Highway 101
- Annexed into the City of Menlo Park in 1949
- Belle Haven Community Campus opened in 2024 with a library, pool and senior center
- Minutes from the 160 acre Bedwell Bayfront Park
- Public schools in the Ravenswood City School District
- Close to Meta's headquarters and the Dumbarton Bridge
Homes and Streets
Belle Haven is mostly single family homes on a grid of residential streets such as Ivy Drive, Hamilton Avenue and Almanor Avenue, with some apartments and duplexes mixed in. Many homes are modest single story ranch houses.
Because the neighborhood sits right off Willow Road and the Bayfront Expressway, it offers quick access to Highway 101, the Dumbarton Bridge and the large office campuses along the bayfront.
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History on Film: Belle Haven
A look back at the history of Belle Haven and the places nearby, from local historical societies and archives.
Menlo Park history tour
Menlo Park's history with the county historical association.Source: San Mateo County Historical Association
Menlo Park legends
Stories of the people who shaped Menlo Park.Source: San Mateo County Historical Association
Parks and Open Space
Public Schools Nearby
School assignments vary by address, so confirm with each district before you buy.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Belle Haven FAQ
Where is Belle Haven in Menlo Park?
Belle Haven is the part of Menlo Park east of Highway 101. Willow Road, the Bayfront Expressway and the freeway frame the neighborhood.
Which school district serves Belle Haven?
Belle Haven is served by the Ravenswood City School District for elementary and middle school, including Belle Haven Elementary on Ivy Drive. High school students are in the Sequoia Union High School District.
What is the Belle Haven Community Campus?
It is a city facility at 100 Terminal Avenue that opened in 2024. It brings together the Belle Haven Library, an outdoor pool, a recreation center, youth child care and the Menlo Park Senior Center.
Is Belle Haven close to the Bay?
Yes. Bedwell Bayfront Park, a 160 acre nature park with easy trails and bird watching, is just a short drive away along Marsh Road.
How can I find homes for sale in Belle Haven?
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Updated November 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: Menlo Park, California (Wikipedia), Menlo Park Historical Association timeline, Belle Haven History Project, City of Menlo Park: Belle Haven Community Campus Project, City of Menlo Park: Parks, City of Menlo Park: Kelly Park, City of Menlo Park: Hamilton Park, Ravenswood City School District (Wikipedia), DeLeon Realty: Belle Haven. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.