Neighborhood Guide
Is Old Mountain View a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe281
Medium192
Low305
Other1886
124 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape18
Child involved100
Assault20
Other8
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an 88-year-old female apparently fell and required lift assistance near Carolina Lane, cross streets Park Boulevard and Wilkie Way. | Wilkie Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 64 is dispatched for a possible disabled vehicle assistance near Carolina Lane by Park Boulevard and Wilkie Way in Palo Alto. | Carolina Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94306 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical emergency response to an incident near Leander Drive close to Coleman Road and Strand Avenue in Station 17's area. | Leander Dr, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units are dispatched code 3 to a location on East El Camino Real near Crestview Drive in Mountain View, with Medic 16 confirming response. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid dispatch was requested near East El Camino Real, Mountain View, involving cross streets Crestview Drive and West El Camino Real. The incident may involve a preliminary medical emergency. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient on Alhambra Avenue in the Montebello area appears to have an injury with a chunk of skin missing after breaking up a cat fight. Medical units responded to the scene. | Alhambra Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, transit personnel report a male passenger on a bus near East El Camino Real and Halford Avenue with an apparent open container, refusing to follow policy or leave the vehicle. County units and an S unit are responding. | Halford Ave & E El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95051 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported dumpster fire behind a convenience store near 4th Street and Columbia in Sunnyvale. Multiple callers reported the fire, and arriving units found a fully involved dumpster that was later extinguished. Radio traffic also briefly mentioned a separate medical call for a possible overdose and a collapsed adult male by a pool, but details of that incident are unclear. | 4th St, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 27 is dispatched code 3 to a reported crash where a vehicle has struck a tree near Canyon Oak and Sarah Street in Cupertino. | Canyon Oak Way, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent code 2 to a reported vehicle crash near Brenton Court in Mountain View. | Brenton Ct, Mountain View, CA 94043 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$2,681,877
Average Rent
$5,197
Vacancy Rate
11.7%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Old Mountain View is an urban neighborhood with a median home price of $2,681,877 and average rent of $5,197. The housing stock includes small to medium single-family homes and apartments, mostly built between 1940 and 1999.
Vacancy is elevated at 11.7%, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods, with many homes vacant year-round. The community is wealthy and highly educated, with a strong presence of executives and professionals.
UrbanHigh PriceElevated VacancyHighly Educated
Quick Facts
| Work From Home Rate | 34.9% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Old Mountain View features a mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartments, with a balanced owner and renter occupancy.
| Housing Age | Many homes built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
|---|---|
| Owner vs Renter Occupied | Mixed ownership and renting |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes are older and well-established, reflecting a mature community.
Vacancy rates are above average, indicating some unoccupied properties.
Families & Lifestyle
Old Mountain View is home to a highly educated, wealthy population with a strong work-from-home culture.
High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.
Work From Home Hub — A large share of residents work from home, reflecting a tech and creative economy presence.
Active Commuting — 3.7% bike to work, higher than 96.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Executive/Professional Share | 84.1% |
|---|---|
| Advanced Degree Holders | 50.5% |
| Work From Home Rate | 34.9% |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Holders | 50.5 |
|---|---|
| Wealth Rank | Top 1.2% in U.S. |
| Foreign Born | 34.2% |
| Top Languages | ["English (58.1%)","Chinese","Spanish","Languages of India"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Asian (28.3%)","German (16.1%)","Italian (12.0%)","Irish (10.9%)","English (7.6%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with many working from home and a moderate share driving alone or taking the train.
Old Mountain View supports flexible commuting with a high work-from-home rate and diverse transit options.
Work From Home — 34.9% work from home, well above national averages.
Transit Options — 6.0% commute by train, supporting alternative transit.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (49.6%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 50.1% |
| Train Commute Rate | 6.0% |
| Work From Home Rate | 34.9% |
Homes for sale near 94041
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$498,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,200 sqft
501 Moorpark Way Space 104
Mountain View, CA, 94041
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Old Mountain View?
The median home price is $2,681,877, higher than 95.3% of California neighborhoods.
How common is working from home?
34.9% of residents work from home, higher than 97.5% of U.S. neighborhoods.
Is biking to work popular?
Yes, 3.7% bike to work, higher than 96.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.