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Belle Haven Neighborhood Guide Menlo Park, CA
About
Belle Haven is a vibrant and tight-knit neighborhood located in Menlo Park, California. It is bordered by the US Route 101 to the west and by the beautiful San Francisco Bay to the east, offering excellent coastal views and quick, easy commuting options. Belle Haven is known for its diverse community, historic charm, and prime location near major tech companies like Facebook, which has its headquarters in the area. The neighborhood also provides a range of housing options, from cozy single-family homes to modern apartments.
What You Will Love About Belle Haven, Menlo Park, California
- Diversity and community spirit is proud and strong in Belle Haven, giving the neighborhood a welcoming and inclusive feel.
- Proximity to major tech employers such as Facebook makes for an easy commute.
- The neighborhood is nestled next to the San Francisco Bay, providing striking coastal views and recreational waterfront opportunities.
- The recent developments have increased available amenities, including new retail and dining options.
What’s Nearby
Belle Haven is just a short drive from downtown Menlo Park and Palo Alto, providing access to high-end shopping, dining, and entertainment options. It is also adjacent to the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge, a paradise for local nature lovers. The neighborhood's convenient location on the US Route 101 offers swift connections to the rest of the Bay Area.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle in Belle Haven is a blend of suburban comfort and urban convenience. The neighborhood is close-knit and community-oriented, with an active neighborhood association organizing local activities and events. Its location allows residents to enjoy the best of both worlds: peaceful bay-side living and easy access to the dynamic Silicon Valley lifestyle.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 82 restaurants, 19 grocery stores, and 9 parks within a mile of the Belle Haven neighborhood.
Quality MarketRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
1209 Willow Rd
- Mi Tierra Linda
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
1209 Willow Rd
- Soleska Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
1305 Willow Rd
- La Michoacana Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
1305 Willow Rd
- Purfresh
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
1350 Willow Rd
- Pacific Asian Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
850 Willow Rd
- Quality Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
1209 Willow Rd
- Mi Tierra Linda
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
1209 Willow Rd
- Soleska Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
1305 Willow Rd
- La Michoacana Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
1305 Willow Rd
- Wine Bank
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.4 miles
1320 Willow Rd
- Purfresh
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
1350 Willow Rd
Pollo al CarbonDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.3 miles
1211 Willow Rd
- Taqueria Guadalajara
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.3 miles
1211 Willow Rd
- Back A Yard Caribbean American Grill
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Caribbean Restaurant, BBQ Joint
•0.4 miles
1189 Willow Rd
- Hot Tacos
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.4 miles
835 Pierce Rd
- Mezze
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Mediterranean Restaurant
•0.4 miles
1 Facebook Way
- Cafe 300
Business and Professional Services, Office, Corporate Cafeteria, Dining and Drinking, Cafeteria
•0.5 miles
300 Constitution Dr
Allen Equipment CompanyRetail, Garden Center
•0.3 miles
755 Hamilton Ave
- ExtraMile
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.5 miles
1399 Willow Rd
Baneth's PharmacyHealth and Medicine, Retail, Drugstore
•0.7 miles
900 Willow Rd
- Baneth's Willow Road Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•0.7 miles
900 Willow Rd
- Kritter Products
Arts and Entertainment, Retail, Department Store, Pet Supplies Store
•0.8 miles
164 Jefferson Dr
- Corcept Therapeutics
Business and Professional Services, Manufacturer, Retail, Drugstore
•0.8 miles
149 Commonwealth Dr
Joseph P Kelly ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.5 miles
100 Terminal Ave
- Flood Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.5 miles
BAY Rd
- San Mateo County Parks & Recreation Foundation
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.7 miles
215 Bay Rd
- The Big Loop - Suburban Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.8 miles
Hedge Rd
- Bedwell Bayfront Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.8 miles
1600 Marsh Rd
- Hacker Square
Landmarks and Outdoors, Plaza
•0.9 miles
1 Hacker Way
Menlo Park Grand PrixArts and Entertainment
•0.6 miles
180 Jefferson Dr
- Kritter Products
Arts and Entertainment, Retail, Department Store, Pet Supplies Store
•0.8 miles
164 Jefferson Dr
- Belinda Brouette Music
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•1.0 mile
842 Coleman Ave
- Art In Action
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•1.1 miles
3925 Bohannon Dr
- Diamond Sonic
Arts and Entertainment
•1.4 miles
3705 Haven Ave
Belle Haven Child Development CenterBusiness and Professional Services, Child Care Service
•0.1 miles
410 Ivy Dr
- Acorns Wonderschool Menlo Park
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare
•0.3 miles
1352 Madera Ave
- La Tijera Magica
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.3 miles
826 Newbridge St
- Esquire Barber Shop
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.4 miles
830 Newbridge St
- Sharp Images Hair Care
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.4 miles
830 Newbridge St
- Electric Charging Station
Travel and Transportation, Electric Vehicle Charging Station
•0.4 miles
300 Constitution Dr
Onetta Harris Community CenterSports and Recreation, Recreation Center
•0.5 miles
100 Terminal Ave
Belle Haven PoolSports and Recreation, Water Sports, Swimming, Swimming Pool
•0.5 miles
100 Terminal Ave
- Kelly Scott Fitness
Sports and Recreation, Personal Trainer
•0.7 miles
215 Bay Rd
- Badminton Direct
Retail, Fashion Retail, Clothing Store, Sporting Goods Retail, Sports and Recreation
•0.8 miles
190 Constitution Dr
- Synergy Badminton Club
Sports and Recreation, Sports Club
•0.8 miles
190 Constitution Dr
Royal Badminton AcademySports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•0.8 miles
190 Constitution Dr
Wine BankDining and Drinking, Winery
•0.4 miles
1320A Willow Rd
- Auto Vino
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Wine Bar
•0.8 miles
205 Constitution Dr
- Woodside Vineyards
Dining and Drinking, Vineyard, Winery
•0.8 miles
205 Constitution Dr
- A Karaoke DJ Rental
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Karaoke Bar
•0.8 miles
223 Hedge Rd
- Robot Bar
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•0.9 miles
1 Hacker Way
- Riviera by Quattro
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Lounge, Restaurant, Italian Restaurant
•1.5 miles
2050 University Ave
Belle Haven Branch LibraryCommunity and Government, Library
•0.1 miles
413 Ivy Dr
- All Five
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.1 miles
1391 Chilco St
- Little Ages
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.3 miles
1407 Hill Ave
- Neighborhood Service Center
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.5 miles
871 Hamilton Ave
- Belle Haven Community Center
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.5 miles
100 Terminal Ave
- Institute For Human & Social
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•0.6 miles
1019 Laurel Ave
- Menlo Park Fire Protctn District
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.3 miles
1467 Chilco St
- Pano Logic
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.4 miles
1350 Willow Rd
- VA Medical Center-Menlo Park
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•0.7 miles
795 Willow Rd
- Menlo Park Surgical Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.0 mile
570 Willow Rd
- Reproductive Medicine Associates of Northern California | RMANORCAL
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.5 miles
1900 University Ave
Belle Haven Apartments and Rentals
39 Rental properties in Belle Haven, Menlo Park, CA.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 111.2% | 380.2% |
| utilities | 7.6% | 9.7% |
| food | 24.5% | 43.3% |
| transportation | 3.1% | 24.3% |
| healthcare | 22.8% | 33.3% |
Belle Haven Demographics
Belle Haven Transportation
Somewhat Walkable
Very Bikeable
Belle Haven Schools
- 2/10
Grades K-5 • Public
- 1/10
Los Robles Dual Immersion Magnet Academy
Grades K-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Cesar Chavez - Green Oaks Academy
Grades 8 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades 9-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades K-8 • Private
- NRNo Rating
- NRNo Rating
Grades 9-12 • Charter
Neighborhoods Around Belle Haven
| Neighborhood | StudioAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Midtown Palo AltoNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Downtown Redwood CityNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $3,361 | 13% |
| Downtown Menlo ParkNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| The WillowsNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Central MenloNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Palm ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Redwood OaksNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $3,089 | 10% |
| North Fair OaksNeighborhood in North-fair-oaks, California | -- | -- |
| Park Forest - Spruce - San AntonioNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Linfield OaksNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Bair IslandNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| South of Seminary - Vintage OaksNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| 4 CornersNeighborhood in East-palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Paraiso ParkNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Sharon HeightNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Horgan RanchNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| College TerraceNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Atherton OaksNeighborhood in Atherton, California | -- | -- |
| Woodside PlazaNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Friendly AcresNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $2,425 | -- |
| CentennialNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Allied ArtsNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| University VillageNeighborhood in East-palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Old Palo AltoNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Adobe Meadow - Meadow ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Wellesley ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Charleston MeadowNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Edgewood ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Evergreen ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | $3,500 | 2% |
| Leland Manor - Embarcadero Oaks - Garland DriveNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Barron ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Eagle HillNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 1 BedAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Midtown Palo AltoNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | $3,050 | 5% |
| Downtown Redwood CityNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $3,750 | 10% |
| Downtown Menlo ParkNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $3,095 | 0% |
| The WillowsNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Central MenloNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $2,495 | 11% |
| Palm ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $2,500 | 4% |
| Redwood OaksNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $3,257 | 4% |
| North Fair OaksNeighborhood in North-fair-oaks, California | -- | -- |
| Park Forest - Spruce - San AntonioNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Linfield OaksNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Bair IslandNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $4,975 | 9% |
| South of Seminary - Vintage OaksNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| 4 CornersNeighborhood in East-palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Paraiso ParkNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Sharon HeightNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $6,104 | -- |
| Horgan RanchNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| College TerraceNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Atherton OaksNeighborhood in Atherton, California | -- | -- |
| Woodside PlazaNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Friendly AcresNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $2,612 | -- |
| CentennialNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $6,146 | -- |
| Allied ArtsNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| University VillageNeighborhood in East-palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Old Palo AltoNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Adobe Meadow - Meadow ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Wellesley ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Charleston MeadowNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Edgewood ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Evergreen ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | $4,352 | 2% |
| Leland Manor - Embarcadero Oaks - Garland DriveNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Barron ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Eagle HillNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 2 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Midtown Palo AltoNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | $3,451 | 16% |
| Downtown Redwood CityNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $5,822 | 25% |
| Downtown Menlo ParkNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $3,095 | -- |
| The WillowsNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Central MenloNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $3,395 | 8% |
| Palm ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $2,895 | -- |
| Redwood OaksNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $4,094 | 1% |
| North Fair OaksNeighborhood in North-fair-oaks, California | -- | -- |
| Park Forest - Spruce - San AntonioNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $5,115 | -- |
| Linfield OaksNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Bair IslandNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $6,057 | 5% |
| South of Seminary - Vintage OaksNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| 4 CornersNeighborhood in East-palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Paraiso ParkNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Sharon HeightNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $6,442 | -- |
| Horgan RanchNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| College TerraceNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Atherton OaksNeighborhood in Atherton, California | -- | -- |
| Woodside PlazaNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Friendly AcresNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $3,150 | -- |
| CentennialNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $7,442 | -- |
| Allied ArtsNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| University VillageNeighborhood in East-palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Old Palo AltoNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Adobe Meadow - Meadow ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Wellesley ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Charleston MeadowNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Edgewood ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Evergreen ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | $4,200 | 25% |
| Leland Manor - Embarcadero Oaks - Garland DriveNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Barron ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Eagle HillNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 3 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Midtown Palo AltoNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | $4,914 | -- |
| Downtown Redwood CityNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $6,090 | 2% |
| Downtown Menlo ParkNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| The WillowsNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Central MenloNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $4,395 | 8% |
| Palm ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Redwood OaksNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $4,600 | -- |
| North Fair OaksNeighborhood in North-fair-oaks, California | -- | -- |
| Park Forest - Spruce - San AntonioNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Linfield OaksNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Bair IslandNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $6,757 | -- |
| South of Seminary - Vintage OaksNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| 4 CornersNeighborhood in East-palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Paraiso ParkNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| Sharon HeightNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | $6,756 | -- |
| Horgan RanchNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| College TerraceNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Atherton OaksNeighborhood in Atherton, California | -- | -- |
| Woodside PlazaNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Friendly AcresNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| CentennialNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | $8,938 | -- |
| Allied ArtsNeighborhood in Menlo-park, California | -- | -- |
| University VillageNeighborhood in East-palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Old Palo AltoNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Adobe Meadow - Meadow ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Wellesley ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Charleston MeadowNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Edgewood ParkNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |
| Evergreen ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Leland Manor - Embarcadero Oaks - Garland DriveNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Barron ParkNeighborhood in Palo-alto, California | -- | -- |
| Eagle HillNeighborhood in Redwood-city, California | -- | -- |