Stanford University

Stanford, CA

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Stanford University - Stanford, CA

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The legendary Silicon Valley institution continues to raise the bar for innovation and success

Private Suburban Cardinal Public Transportation Rail Service CalTrain

Arguably the most prestigious and sought-after university on the West Coast, Stanford has been synonymous with top-tier education and research for over a century. The university is a magnet for talented minds, and is distinguished by a legacy of unparalleled technological innovations and extraordinarily successful alumni. The surrounding community is beautiful, and offers a multitude of amenities that are perfect for the collegiate crowd and just a short walk from campus.

Clustered around the north side, University Avenue and Downtown Menlo Park are packed with popular bars and restaurants, while Evergreen Park on the east side features its own unique selection of hangouts along California Avenue. As is typical for the Bay Area, rent near Stanford in often quite pricey, but the main campus is surrounded by residential neighborhoods offering easy access to the major university buildings. In particular, those who will be frequenting the Law School would be best served finding living arrangements near the southeast corner of campus.

Explore the College

The Burghers of Calais were sculpted by Auguste Rodin between 1884 and 1895

The Cantor Arts Center houses a permanent collection of more than 38,000 works of art

Rodin’s sculpture, Gates of Hell, stands 21 feet high and has more than 180 figures

Hoover Tower houses the Hoover Institution Library and Archives, founded by Herbert Hoover

The Main Quad is the oldest section of Stanford University, dating back to 1887

Stanford’s Memorial Church, started in 1891, contains spectacular murals and mosaics

Transportation

55

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

5

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

86

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Escondido Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

447 Students

8
out of 10

Lucille M. Nixon Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

358 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Gamble Garden
  • El Palo Alto Park
  • Junior Museum and Zoo
  • Rinconada Park
  • Jack W. Lyle Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
  • San Francisco International

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