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542 Forest Ave
542 Forest Ave,
Palo Alto,
CA
94301
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- Walk-In Closets
- Hardwood Floors
About 542 Forest Ave Palo Alto, CA 94301
Find your new place at 542 Forest Ave in Palo Alto, CA. This property is situated in the Downtown Palo Alto area of Palo Alto. Here at 542 Forest Ave, you'll have access to top features and amenities like hardwood floors, smoke-free options, and convenient on-site parking options. Come see 542 Forest Ave today.
542 Forest Ave is an apartment community located in Santa Clara County and the 94301 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Palo Alto Unified School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Apartment Features
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
- Tub/Shower
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Walk-In Closets
542 Forest Ave,
Palo Alto,
CA
94301
An outgoing vibe emanates from the Downtown North neighborhood. Downtown North provides an energy like no other in Palo Alto. Still, locals enjoy being part of a tight-knit community focused on safety, communication and most importantly: fun.
Palo Alto has one of the best public school systems in California, houses Stanford University, and has some of the most delicious dining and exciting shopping opportunities in the Bay Area. The placement of the city provides convenience for commuters to San Jose 24 miles to the Southeast or San Francisco 32 miles to the Northwest.
Learn more about living in Downtown Palo Alto
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Palo Alto | Palo Alto, CA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,969 | $2,945 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,279 | $3,022 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,797 | $3,837 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $8,343 | $4,998 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 8.2 mi |
542 Forest Ave is within 8 minutes or 2.6 miles from Stanford University. It is also near Menlo College and Foothill College, Middlefield.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Palo Alto include Bayshore Nasa Station, located 7.9 miles from 542 Forest Ave. 542 Forest Ave is near Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located 15.5 miles or 22 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 20.4 miles or 29 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 8.3 mi | |
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Drive: | 14 min | 8.5 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 8.6 mi |
| Drive: | 14 min | 8.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.5 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
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Drive: | 22 min | 15.5 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 29 min | 20.4 mi |
Walkability Near 542 Forest Ave Palo Alto, CA 94301
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Soundscore™
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 542 Forest Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
542 Forest Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Gamble Garden
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Junior Museum and Zoo
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Hopkins Creekside Park
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Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi |
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Rinconada Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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El Palo Alto Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
542 Forest Ave has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Gamble Garden, Junior Museum and Zoo, and Hopkins Creekside Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.8 mi |
542 Forest Ave has 3 hospitals within 6.8 miles, the nearest is Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford which is 1.7 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 8.4 mi |
542 Forest Ave is 8.4 miles and a 16 minute drive from Ames Research Center.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
542 Forest Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94301