Green Acres Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Palo Alto neighborhood guide
Green Acres is two sections of single family homes with underground utilities: Green Acres I off Arastradero Road and the larger Green Acres II between Maybell Avenue and Arastradero Road, in the southwest part of the city.
Juana Briones Park and Terman Park are nearby, a bike path leads to Bol Park, and Gunn High School and Fletcher Middle School are both close. The neighborhood is quiet and family oriented, with Foothill Expressway and Interstate 280 a few minutes away.
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At a glance
- Two sections: Green Acres I and Green Acres II
- Single family homes with underground utilities
- Off Arastradero Road and Maybell Avenue
- Bike path to Bol Park
- Juana Briones Park and Terman Park nearby
Homes and Streets
Green Acres was built in the late 1950s and 1960s with ranch homes on comfortable lots, and the absence of overhead wires gives the streets a clean look. Many homes have been expanded or rebuilt, and the walk to Juana Briones Elementary, Fletcher and Gunn makes it a strong draw for 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
Arastradero Road connects to El Camino Real in one direction and Foothill Expressway and Interstate 280 in the other. Page Mill Road and San Antonio Road are the routes to US 101.
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Green Acres FAQ
Where is Green Acres in Palo Alto?
Green Acres is two sections of single family homes with underground utilities: Green Acres I off Arastradero Road and the larger Green Acres II between Maybell Avenue and Arastradero Road, in the southwest part of the city.
What are homes like in Green Acres?
Green Acres was built in the late 1950s and 1960s with ranch homes on comfortable lots, and the absence of overhead wires gives the streets a clean look. Many homes have been expanded or rebuilt, and the walk to Juana Briones Elementary, Fletcher and Gunn makes it a strong draw for families.
What public schools are near Green Acres?
Public schools near Green Acres include Juana Briones Elementary School, 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 Green Acres?
Parks and open space near Green Acres include Juana Briones Park, Terman Park, Bol Park.
How do I get around from Green Acres?
Arastradero Road connects to El Camino Real in one direction and Foothill Expressway and Interstate 280 in the other. Page Mill Road and San Antonio Road are the routes to US 101.
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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.