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Why
Stanford
Research Park

Locating a business, or a branch of a company in Stanford Research Park is a smart move.

Talent, Culture,
and Community

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Located within blocks of Stanford University, businesses gain access to a pool of respected professors, researchers, and potential employees. In addition, we are centrally located on the San Francisco Peninsula in the heart of Silicon Valley — a location that’s appealing to talented, innovative, and motivated professionals from throughout the SF Bay Area.

Companies are able to attract and retain talent by highlighting our amenities including area restaurants and shopping along with over 100 complimentary learning, wellness, community service, social, and cultural opportunities offered each year — exclusive to the community of employees who work within Stanford Research Park.

COMMUTER
SERVICES

Our comprehensive commuter transportation program provides free shuttle connections to nearby rail stations, express commuter buses, subsidized vanpools, and a centrally-located full-service bicycle repair shop.

3,000

cars taken off the road every workday due to our commuter transportation program

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bus and shuttle routes serving commuters from throughout the Bay Area

1,000+

cyclists ride to and from Stanford Research Park each weekday

Transportation
Options

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Public Transit

Caltrain: Rail service between San Francisco and Gilroy to the California Ave. and Palo Alto stations.

Valley Transportation Authority: 4 South Bay Express Buses to and from the California Ave. Caltrain station.

Dumbarton Express Bus: Connects to BART in Union City with additional stops in Fremont.

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Shuttles

The Stanford Marguerite Shuttle lines are free and open to the public. Serving Stanford Research Park, the RP line connects the downtown Palo Alto Caltrain station.

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Bicycling

Bicycling fits fun and exercise into a work day. Many commuters combine bicycling with public transit to cover long distances quickly. Stanford Research Park provides 1:1 bike commuting consultations to help employees find their best route.

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Carpool

A popular way to get to and from Stanford Research Park with carpool match services provided for free via the Research Park staff and app.

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Vanpools

Stanford Research Park subsidizes over 20 vanpools throughout the Bay Area — a very affordable alternative to driving alone.

Select
Amenities

Enjoy dining, shopping, and recreation opportunities in and near Stanford Research Park. From a variety of cafes within the Research Park to nearby restaurants, retailers, and more, there’s much to experience.

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Community Hub

The Hub at Stanford Research Park is a vibrant and popular destination where people come together for a bite, a chat, a celebration, one of our community, culture, or wellness events, and more.

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Dining Opportunities

In addition to private cafes at some company properties, some locations, such as Coupa Café in The Hub at Stanford Research Park, are open to all employees of companies in the Park.

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California Avenue

A few blocks from Stanford Research Park, California Ave. (AKA "Cal Ave") between El Camino Real and Park Blvd. is home to more than 50 stores and restaurants and hosts a music festival the third Thursday of each month and a Farmers' Market every Sunday.

Strategic
Partner

Stanford University’s ownership and management of the 700-acre Research Park enables us to provide strategic support to entrepreneurs and companies through various stages of growth. Leasing opportunities are available from entire buildings to a set of offices and R&D spaces that fit specific needs.

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Highly-regarded
Location

Gain the advantages of proximity to a world-class university and venture capital firms along with a prestigious Palo Alto address.

Nestled between the Palo Alto Hills and the San Francisco Bay, tenants enjoy an average of 261 days of sunshine annually at verdant properties adjacent to walking and bike paths along tree-lined streets.

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Downloadable
Resources

Marketing Photos & Videos
Approved photos and videos of Stanford Research Park for use in marketing materials.Download
Stanford Research Park Logos
Logos with usage guidelines to include in marketing materials.Download
Area Map
A map of Stanford Research Park and nearby highlights for use in marketing materials.Download
Leave Behind
Leave behind with approved details to increase leads.Download

Transportation
Resources

The Stanford Research Park Transportation program provides extensive pre- and post-move support to tenant companies and their employees, including:

  • Pre-move analysis of employee residence zip codes to identify best options

  • Personalized 1:1 pre- and post-move consultations with employees

  • On-site commuter information and assistance

  • Custom commuter info web page and up-to-date informational newsletters

  • Stanford Research Park App for transportation and events in the Park

  • On-going company and commuter support from the dedicated Stanford Research Park Transportation team

  • Contact us to get more information on our Transportation programs at: SRPGO.stanford.edu

Featured
Properties

Explore a selection of properties currently available to lease.

NEED MORE
Information?

EMAIL QUESTIONS TO:

StanfordResearchPark@Stanford.edu

CALL US WITH QUESTIONS AT:

Tel: (650) 724-7100