Whispering Pines
480 E Okeefe St,
East Palo Alto,
CA
94303
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Built in 1981
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36 units/2 stories
About Whispering Pines
Experience East Palo Alto living at Whispering Pines. This property is situated in the 94303 area of East Palo Alto. The professional leasing staff is ready to help you find the perfect apartment. Contact us today to discuss your new apartment and see Whispering Pines.
Whispering Pines is an apartment community located in San Mateo County and the 94303 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cupertino Union School District attendance zone.
480 E Okeefe St,
East Palo Alto,
CA
94303
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East Palo Alto sits at the edge of San Francisco Bay in San Mateo County, positioned almost exactly halfway between San Francisco and San Jose on the Peninsula. That central location puts residents within reach of two major job markets, and the city itself has drawn tech industry investment that continues to reshape its small but dense three-square-mile footprint. Incorporated in 1983, it carries a distinct identity separate from neighboring Palo Alto, though the two cities are divided by little more than San Francisquito Creek. Stanford University sits about five miles to the southwest, reinforcing the area's academic and innovation-driven atmosphere.
The housing mix here runs toward apartment communities and rental homes rather than high-rises, offering options that tend to be more accessible than those in surrounding Peninsula cities. Ravenswood 101 serves as the main commercial corridor, anchoring everyday retail alongside the bay shoreline.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 21 min | 10.1 mi |
Whispering Pines is within 13 minutes or 4.0 miles from Stanford University. It is also near Menlo College and Foothill College, Middlefield.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
407 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
278 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
247 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in East Palo Alto include Bayshore Nasa Station, located 7.1 miles from Whispering Pines. Whispering Pines is near Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located 14.7 miles or 20 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 19.6 miles or 27 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 7.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 7.5 mi | |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.7 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.8 mi |
| Drive: | 12 min | 8.1 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
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Drive: | 20 min | 14.7 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 27 min | 19.6 mi |
Walkability Near Whispering Pines
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
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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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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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 Whispering Pines.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
Whispering Pines has 3 shopping centers within 2.0 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Seminary Oaks Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Hopkins Creekside Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
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Rinconada Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
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Junior Museum and Zoo
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.7 mi |
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Gamble Garden
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
Whispering Pines has 5 parks within 2.0 miles, including Seminary Oaks Park, Hopkins Creekside Park, and Rinconada Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 6.0 mi |
Whispering Pines has 3 hospitals within 6.0 miles, the nearest is Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford which is 3.1 miles away and a 10 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 17.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 30 min | 19.9 mi |
Whispering Pines has 3 military bases within 19.9 miles, the nearest is Ames Research Center which is 7.6 miles away and a 13 minute drive.
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Does Whispering Pines have in-unit laundry?
Whispering Pines does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
What utilities are included in rent at Whispering Pines?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at Whispering Pines?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is Whispering Pines pet-friendly?
Whispering Pines does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does Whispering Pines have move-in specials?
Whispering Pines is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does Whispering Pines offer Matterport 3D tours?
While Whispering Pines does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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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.
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