Charleston Meadows Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Palo Alto neighborhood guide
Charleston Meadows is mostly Eichler style homes on wide streets and cul de sacs between West Meadow Drive, Alma Street, Adobe Creek and El Camino Real, in the southwest corner of Palo Alto.
Robles Park and the Ventura Community Center are nearby, and the Wilkie Way bike bridge crosses Adobe Creek toward San Antonio Shopping Center and the Mountain View Caltrain stop. Gunn High School is a short ride west.
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Charleston Meadows is shaded. Borders are approximate, see the Palo Alto map for the full picture.
At a glance
- West Meadow Drive to Adobe Creek, Alma Street to El Camino Real
- Mostly Eichler style homes
- Wide streets and cul de sacs
- Wilkie Way bike bridge over Adobe Creek
- Robles Park and the Ventura Community Center
Homes and Streets
Eichlers dominate, with a few ranch homes and newer rebuilds mixed in, on lots that run a little larger on the cul de sacs. The neighborhood is quieter than its El Camino Real edge suggests, and the bike bridge makes San Antonio Shopping Center and Caltrain an easy ride.
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Parks and Open Space
Public Schools Nearby
School assignments follow district attendance boundaries, which can split a neighborhood and change over time. Always confirm the school for a specific address with the district, for example the Palo Alto Unified School District.
Getting Around
El Camino Real and Alma Street run along the edges, with San Antonio Road to US 101 and Caltrain a few minutes away. Arastradero Road and Page Mill Road lead west to Interstate 280.
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Charleston Meadows FAQ
Where is Charleston Meadows in Palo Alto?
Charleston Meadows is mostly Eichler style homes on wide streets and cul de sacs between West Meadow Drive, Alma Street, Adobe Creek and El Camino Real, in the southwest corner of Palo Alto.
What are homes like in Charleston Meadows?
Eichlers dominate, with a few ranch homes and newer rebuilds mixed in, on lots that run a little larger on the cul de sacs. The neighborhood is quieter than its El Camino Real edge suggests, and the bike bridge makes San Antonio Shopping Center and Caltrain an easy ride.
What public schools are near Charleston Meadows?
Public schools near Charleston Meadows include Juana Briones Elementary School, JLS or Fletcher Middle School, Gunn High School. School assignments follow district attendance boundaries and can change, so confirm the school for a specific address with the district.
What parks are near Charleston Meadows?
Parks and open space near Charleston Meadows include Robles Park, Ventura Community Center, Adobe Creek trail.
How do I get around from Charleston Meadows?
El Camino Real and Alma Street run along the edges, with San Antonio Road to US 101 and Caltrain a few minutes away. Arastradero Road and Page Mill Road lead west to Interstate 280.
How can I find homes for sale in Charleston Meadows?
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Updated October 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: City of Palo Alto neighborhoods, Palo Alto Unified School District, Wikipedia: Palo Alto, California. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.