Duveneck/St. Francis Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Palo Alto neighborhood guide
Duveneck/St. Francis sits between San Francisquito Creek and Embarcadero Road east of Newell Road, on land that was a vegetable farm until the 1950s. Most homes are single story 1950s tract houses, many of them updated or expanded since.
Duveneck Elementary and Eleanor Pardee Park anchor the area, with Rinconada Park a short walk away and the Palo Alto Baylands a bike ride east. It is quiet, flat and family oriented, with easy access to Embarcadero Road and US 101.
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At a glance
- San Francisquito Creek to Embarcadero Road, east of Newell
- Built on a former vegetable farm in the 1950s
- Mostly single story ranch homes, many updated
- Duveneck Elementary and Eleanor Pardee Park
- Close to the Baylands and US 101
Homes and Streets
The original 1950s ranch homes came in a handful of floor plans, so the streets have a consistent rhythm, but decades of remodels and rebuilds mean you will find everything from near original three bedroom ranches to large new two story homes. Lots are a comfortable size and the blocks are quiet, which keeps demand steady with families.
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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
Embarcadero Road is the main route, with US 101 a couple of minutes east and downtown and Stanford to the west. Newell Road and Middlefield Road connect north toward University Avenue.
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Duveneck/St. Francis FAQ
Where is Duveneck/St. Francis in Palo Alto?
Duveneck/St. Francis sits between San Francisquito Creek and Embarcadero Road east of Newell Road, on land that was a vegetable farm until the 1950s. Most homes are single story 1950s tract houses, many of them updated or expanded since.
What are homes like in Duveneck/St. Francis?
The original 1950s ranch homes came in a handful of floor plans, so the streets have a consistent rhythm, but decades of remodels and rebuilds mean you will find everything from near original three bedroom ranches to large new two story homes. Lots are a comfortable size and the blocks are quiet, which keeps demand steady with families.
What public schools are near Duveneck/St. Francis?
Public schools near Duveneck/St. Francis include Duveneck Elementary School, Greene Middle School, Palo Alto 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 Duveneck/St. Francis?
Parks and open space near Duveneck/St. Francis include Eleanor Pardee Park, Rinconada Park, Palo Alto Baylands.
How do I get around from Duveneck/St. Francis?
Embarcadero Road is the main route, with US 101 a couple of minutes east and downtown and Stanford to the west. Newell Road and Middlefield Road connect north toward University Avenue.
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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.