St. Claire Gardens Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Palo Alto neighborhood guide
St. Claire Gardens is a small enclave around St. Claire Drive, St. Michael Drive and St. Michael Court, tucked between Midtown and Palo Verde east of Middlefield Road, with tree lined streets and its own small neighborhood park.
Hoover Park, Mitchell Park and Midtown Shopping Center are all close, and the quiet loop layout means very little through traffic. It is the kind of pocket neighborhood many Palo Alto residents have never driven through.
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At a glance
- Small enclave around St. Claire and St. Michael drives
- Tree lined streets with little through traffic
- Its own small neighborhood park
- Between Midtown and Palo Verde
- Hoover Park and Mitchell Park nearby
Homes and Streets
Homes are mostly 1950s ranches and Eichler style houses on comfortable lots, with a growing number of remodels and rebuilds. Because the neighborhood is only a few streets, sales are infrequent, and buyers often wait for a specific home to come up.
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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
Middlefield Road and Loma Verde Avenue are the main local routes, with Oregon Expressway and East Charleston Road connecting to US 101.
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St. Claire Gardens FAQ
Where is St. Claire Gardens in Palo Alto?
St. Claire Gardens is a small enclave around St. Claire Drive, St. Michael Drive and St. Michael Court, tucked between Midtown and Palo Verde east of Middlefield Road, with tree lined streets and its own small neighborhood park.
What are homes like in St. Claire Gardens?
Homes are mostly 1950s ranches and Eichler style houses on comfortable lots, with a growing number of remodels and rebuilds. Because the neighborhood is only a few streets, sales are infrequent, and buyers often wait for a specific home to come up.
What public schools are near St. Claire Gardens?
Public schools near St. Claire Gardens include El Carmelo 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 St. Claire Gardens?
Parks and open space near St. Claire Gardens include St. Claire Park, Hoover Park, Mitchell Park.
How do I get around from St. Claire Gardens?
Middlefield Road and Loma Verde Avenue are the main local routes, with Oregon Expressway and East Charleston Road connecting to US 101.
How can I find homes for sale in St. Claire Gardens?
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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.