College Terrace
Palo Alto, CA
College Terrace - Palo Alto, CA
Area Guide
Higher education shapes this Palo Alto neighborhood.
Bordering Stanford University and Escondido Village, College Terrace is home to faculty and students alike. Higher education’s influence on College Terrace is evident with streets named after East Coast institutions such as Yale, Columbia, Harvard, Dartmouth, Cornell, Princeton, Amherst, and Wellesley.
The neighborhood houses four parks and a branch of the Palo Alto Public Library, the perfect combination for those who especially enjoy reading outdoors. College Park is adjacent to the many shops, galleries, and restaurants of California Avenue as well.
Convenient to San Jose International, San Francisco International, and Oakland International Airports as well as a Caltrain station and major roadways, College Terrace allows for simple travels and commutes.
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in College Terrace is $1,679 for one bedroom, $2,482 for two bedrooms, and $2,755 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in College Terrace has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
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$2,482/month
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$2,755/month
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Transportation
Walker's Paradise
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Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Biker's Paradise
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Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bol Park
- Gamble Garden
- Junior Museum and Zoo
- Rinconada Park
- Terman Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
- San Francisco International
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