Southgate Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Palo Alto neighborhood guide
Southgate is a compact neighborhood of about 230 single family homes on a former Stanford family orchard, first built in the 1920s between El Camino Real, Park Boulevard, the Caltrain tracks and Churchill Avenue.
Early homes still line Madrono Avenue, and Peers Park, Town and Country Village and the California Avenue shops are all close. Palo Alto High School is literally next door, and Stanford is across El Camino Real.
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Southgate is shaded. Borders are approximate, see the Palo Alto map for the full picture.
At a glance
- About 230 single family homes
- On a former Stanford family orchard, built from the 1920s
- El Camino Real, Park Boulevard, the tracks and Churchill Avenue
- Next to Palo Alto High School
- Peers Park and Town and Country Village nearby
Homes and Streets
Southgate's 1920s and 1930s homes include storybook cottages, Spanish Revival and Tudor designs on tidy lots, with newer rebuilds mixed in. The neighborhood is small enough that homes rarely come up, and the walk to Paly, Town and Country and the California Avenue Caltrain station keeps it popular 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
The California Avenue Caltrain station is a short walk. El Camino Real runs along the west edge, Churchill and Embarcadero connect to downtown, and Oregon Expressway leads to US 101 and Interstate 280.
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Southgate FAQ
Where is Southgate in Palo Alto?
Southgate is a compact neighborhood of about 230 single family homes on a former Stanford family orchard, first built in the 1920s between El Camino Real, Park Boulevard, the Caltrain tracks and Churchill Avenue.
What are homes like in Southgate?
Southgate's 1920s and 1930s homes include storybook cottages, Spanish Revival and Tudor designs on tidy lots, with newer rebuilds mixed in. The neighborhood is small enough that homes rarely come up, and the walk to Paly, Town and Country and the California Avenue Caltrain station keeps it popular with families.
What public schools are near Southgate?
Public schools near Southgate include Escondido 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 Southgate?
Parks and open space near Southgate include Peers Park, Bowden Park, Stanford Dish and campus trails.
How do I get around from Southgate?
The California Avenue Caltrain station is a short walk. El Camino Real runs along the west edge, Churchill and Embarcadero connect to downtown, and Oregon Expressway leads to US 101 and Interstate 280.
How can I find homes for sale in Southgate?
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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.