Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto
Is Old Palo Alto a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Palo Alto, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe444
Medium358
Low643
Other2309
191 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape48
Child involved148
Assault32
Other9
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, a medical emergency appears to involve an 83-year-old female experiencing chest pain near Oak Creek Drive in Palo Alto. Multiple medical units responded and one unit was later canceled. | Oak Creek Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic accident near Glenheim Avenue by Tim and Dunbarton, with unit 41 responding under a Code 48. | Blenheim Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a priority traffic accident reported near the 2700 block of Glenheim Avenue by the intersections with Kingman and Dunbarton, with unit 48 dispatched. | Blenheim Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched near Middlefield Road in Palo Alto for a 51-year-old man who is conscious and breathing and experiencing nausea and anxiety. Cross streets are University Avenue and Hamilton Avenue. | Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency response was dispatched to an address near Middlefield Road. | Middlefield Rd, Atherton, CA 94027 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic dispute at an apartment building on Middlefield Road, where a male reported being hit by a female partner. The parties had apparently separated, with the male waiting on an upper-floor hallway with two children while the female remained in the apartment and was reportedly throwing his belongings into the hallway. No prior history or weapons were reported. | Middlefield Rd, Redwood City, CA 94063 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a medical call near El Camino Real in Redwood City, involving unit (number withheld). | El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94063 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$4,996,975
Average Rent
$5,760
Vacancy Rate
6%
Nearby neighborhoods
Old Palo Alto Overview
Old Palo Alto is an urban neighborhood with a median home price of $4,996,975, ranking among the most expensive in California and the U.S.
The area features mostly owner-occupied medium to large historic single-family homes with a moderate vacancy rate of 6.0%.
UrbanHistoric HomesHigh Owner OccupancyWealthy
Quick Facts
| Graduate Degree Holders | 58.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Old Palo Alto's housing is primarily medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, mostly owner occupied.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 6 |
| Housing Built Pre-1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Many residences were built before 1940, offering historic character.
The neighborhood features a high rate of owner occupancy.
Vacancy is near the national median, indicating stable occupancy.
Families & Lifestyle
Old Palo Alto is home to a wealthy, highly educated community with a high marriage rate.
High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.
A strong executive presence shapes the neighborhood's character.
Urban Sophisticates & Retirees — Residents enjoy refined cultural tastes and active lifestyles.
| Married Residents | 68.9% |
|---|---|
| Work From Home Rate | 35.7% |
| Bicycle Commute Rate | 6.9% |
Demographics
| Graduate Degree Holders | 58.2% |
|---|---|
| Executive & Professional Share | 85.3% |
| Income Rank | Top 15% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.2 |
| Foreign Born | 38 |
| Top Languages | English (60.0%), Chinese, Spanish, Arabic, Korean |
| Top Ancestries | Asian (40.9%), English (13.2%), Irish (9.1%), German (8.3%), Italian (5.2%) |
| Unique Language | Mon-Khmer (0.9%) |
Commute
Residents enjoy short commutes with many working from home or biking.
Old Palo Alto supports active and remote work lifestyles with high biking and work-from-home rates.
Remote Work — A significant share of residents work from home, reflecting a creative and tech economy.
Active Commutes — Bicycle commuting is among the highest nationally.
| Work From Home | 35.7% |
|---|---|
| Bicycle Commute | 6.9% |
| Drive Alone | 49.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Old Palo Alto?
The median home price is $4,996,975.
What is the vacancy rate in Old Palo Alto?
The vacancy rate is 6.0%, near the national median.
How educated are residents in Old Palo Alto?
58.2% of adults hold a graduate degree, one of the highest rates nationally.