Greenmeadow Homes and Neighborhood Guide

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Greenmeadow is a tract of about 270 Eichler homes from 1954, designed by A. Quincy Jones and Frederick Emmons, on 22 blocks between Alma Street, East Charleston Road, Middlefield Road and San Antonio Road.

The tract is a National Register historic district with its own community center, pool and central park, run by the Greenmeadow Community Association. Cubberley Community Center and the Oshman Family JCC are right next door.

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At a glance

  • About 270 Eichler homes built in 1954
  • Designed by A. Quincy Jones and Frederick Emmons
  • National Register historic district
  • Community center, pool and central park
  • Between Alma, East Charleston, Middlefield and San Antonio

Homes and Streets

Greenmeadow is one of the most intact Eichler neighborhoods anywhere, with the association pool and park at its heart. Homes feature atriums, post and beam ceilings and walls of glass, and the historic district status encourages sensitive updates. Buyers here are usually committed mid century fans, and homes that have been restored well sell quickly.

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Parks and Open Space

Greenmeadow Park and PoolPrivate association park and pool in the center of the tract
Cubberley Community CenterFields, gym and community programs on Middlefield Road
Mitchell ParkLibrary, community center, courts and playgrounds

Public Schools Nearby

Fairmeadow Elementary SchoolGrades K-5, Palo Alto Unified. Likely elementary for Greenmeadow; confirm by address.
JLS Middle SchoolGrades 6-8, Palo Alto Unified.
Gunn High SchoolGrades 9-12, Palo Alto Unified.

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

San Antonio Road leads to US 101 and the San Antonio Caltrain station, and Alma Street runs north toward California Avenue. East Charleston Road connects to El Camino Real and the Charleston shops.

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Greenmeadow FAQ

Where is Greenmeadow in Palo Alto?

Greenmeadow is a tract of about 270 Eichler homes from 1954, designed by A. Quincy Jones and Frederick Emmons, on 22 blocks between Alma Street, East Charleston Road, Middlefield Road and San Antonio Road.

What are homes like in Greenmeadow?

Greenmeadow is one of the most intact Eichler neighborhoods anywhere, with the association pool and park at its heart. Homes feature atriums, post and beam ceilings and walls of glass, and the historic district status encourages sensitive updates. Buyers here are usually committed mid century fans, and homes that have been restored well sell quickly.

What public schools are near Greenmeadow?

Public schools near Greenmeadow include Fairmeadow Elementary School, JLS 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 Greenmeadow?

Parks and open space near Greenmeadow include Greenmeadow Park and Pool, Cubberley Community Center, Mitchell Park.

How do I get around from Greenmeadow?

San Antonio Road leads to US 101 and the San Antonio Caltrain station, and Alma Street runs north toward California Avenue. East Charleston Road connects to El Camino Real and the Charleston shops.

How can I find homes for sale in Greenmeadow?

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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.