Introduction
About Atherton, California

Quiet and small, the breathtaking city of Atherton, California is an extremely upscale, affluent community that constantly finds itself on lists of places in the US that have the highest incomes.  Several high-end homes for sale and safe neighborhoods are located here.  A regular home for Silicon Valley executives, Atherton is in a perfect location on a peninsula surrounded by both the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.  Despite the computer-heavy work of a lot of its residents, the town takes great pride and impressive care of its natural rural beauty caring heavily about preserving all of its beauties from the flatlands to the hills and everything in between.
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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 6,954
Population Density 1,419 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 3,582
Male Population 3,372
Median Age 46.12 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 133%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 46%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College CANADA COLLEGE
Distance to CANADA COLLEGE 3 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College MENLO COLLEGE
Distance to MENLO COLLEGE 0 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 2,372
Family Households 1,971
Average Family Size 3.15
Average Household Income $356,954
Median Household Income $306,143
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 133%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 46%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.39
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.57
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.64
Murder Risk (County) 0.59
Rape Risk (County) 0.63
Robbery Risk 0.58
Assault Risk (County) 0.64
Property Risk (County) 0.59
Burglary Risk (County) 0.48
Larceny Risk (County) 0.76
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.83

Environment

Average July High Temperature 80.8° F
Average January Low Temperature 39.1° F
Annual Precipitation 20.16 inches
Air Pollution Index 90% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 8.25%
Nearest Airport SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL
Distance to SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL 16 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team SAN JOSE SHARKS
Distance to SAN JOSE SHARKS 19 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
ENCINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5195 ENCINAL AVE, ATHERTON, CA 94027
MENLO SCHOOLK - 1250 VALPARAISO AVE, ATHERTON, CA 94027
SACRED HEART COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL9 - 12150 VALPARAISO AVE, ATHERTON, CA 94027
MENLO - ATHERTON HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12555 MIDDLEFIELD RD, ATHERTON, CA 94027
LAUREL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 395 EDGE RD, ATHERTON, CA 94027
LAS LOMITAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 3299 ALAMEDA DELAS PULGAS, ATHERTON, CA 94027
SELBY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 8170 SELBY LN, ATHERTON, CA 94027
ST JOSEPH SCHOOLK - 850 EMILIE AVE, ATHERTON, CA 94027
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
9402792$3,825,000$4,568,461
Displaying 1-10 of 17 in Luxury $1M+ range
Beaux Arts estate commissioned in 1909 by E.  W.  Hopkins & designed by Bliss and Faville.  Impeccably restored for the 21st Century with state-of-the-art systems by the renowned Orlando Diaz Azcuy Design Associates & acclaimed builder, Ryan Associates.  A once in a lifetime experience of living in unsurpassed elegance, detail & beauty.  17, 000 sq.  ft.  on 2 1/4 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.
 60 Parkwood Dr
 Atherton, CA 94027
 6 bedrooms view property details > 
 4 bathrooms
$16,800,000

Incredible approximately 2 acre vacant parcel in WEST ATHERTON - 175' x 499' per County records.  Gorgeous setting with mature oak trees and the possibility of vast stretches of lawn.
 150 Almendral Av
 Atherton, CA 94027
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$10,500,000

Prestigious new 2-story home with high ceilings, elaborate millwork, marble and hardwood floors, and technology-savvy amenities that provide the best in lighting, sound, security and personal comfort.  5 bedroom suites plus a 1-bedroom fully equipped guesthouse.  Resort like grounds include pool w/spa and waterfall, covered veranda with fireplace, fan and speakers, and pergola-shaded dining patio
 168 Selby Ln
 Atherton, CA 94027
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 4 bathrooms
$8,200,000

2-Story Contemporary home on 1.33 acres.  Main Residence has dramatic 2-story living room, 6 bedrooms which includes separate au pair's quarters, Family room with fireplace.  .  Study/office.  .  home theater, 1 Bedroom Guest HouseApprox 894 sq.  ft 4 car garage Mature Landscaping which includes mature oak trees, pool & spa.  Menlo Park Schools
 142 Glenwood Av
 Atherton, CA 94027
 6 bedrooms view property details > 
 4 bathrooms
$4,995,000

Built in 2000, this gracious estate home has recently been redecorated by San Francisco interior designer Michael Burg.  6 en-suite bedrooms including the luxurious master with fireplace on the first floor.  1.15/- acres of landscaped gardens with pool/spa with cover and a guesthouse.  Three 2-car garages.  Menlo Park schools
 450 Middlefield Rd
 Atherton, CA 94027
 6 bedrooms view property details > 
 4 bathrooms
$4,800,000

ELEGANT CONTEMPORARY FULLY REMODELED and NEW CONSTRUCTION SINGLE STORY in heart of peaceful Lindenwood.  GORGEOUS LOT w/mature specimen plantings.  Play soccer or football on the lawn.  Pool parties!  MOSTLY NEW CONSTR AS OF 8/06.  Main HSE w/office, 5 beds/3.5 baths.  POOL HSE w/GrmtKit/MediaRm/Bath.  GUEST HSE w/Bed & Bath.  Marble, slate, limestone, bamboo, high ceilings.  BREATHTAKING KITCHEN!  AS IS SALE.
 82 Linden Av
 Atherton, CA 94027
 6 bedrooms view property details > 
 4 bathrooms
$4,499,000

Build your dream home on this vacant, level lot of approximately .  98 acres in a prime West Atherton location.  Pool has been drained.  Menlo Park schools
 265 Atherton Av
 Atherton, CA 94027
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$4,450,000

Mediterrnean home has been designed with classic contemporary elements, suitable for formal and casual living.  Gourmet kitchen, slate floors, solarium, billiard room, high ceilings, guest cottage.  Super private, cul-de-sac living!  Priced well.  Open House 3/15 1:30pm-4:30pm
 63 Selby Ln
 Atherton, CA 94027
 6 bedrooms view property details > 
 4 bathrooms
$4,195,000

Beautiful West Atherton home on park-like grounds.  Lovely foyer welcomes you w/views to gardens.  One level floorplan allows an easy lifestyle w/both formal living and dining rooms, family room and den.  Gourmet kitchen, serene master bed/bath, great natural light.  Hardwood floors, 2-fireplaces, saltwater pool, hot tub, wine cellar, circular drive, 2 car gar.
 365 Atherton Av
 Atherton, CA 94027
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$3,790,000

4 BD ranch-style home rebuilt 10 years ago with richly stained hardwood floors, traditional moldings, a neutral color palette, and vast glass windows and French doors.  Tremendous kitchen/family room with fireplace, dedicated computer station and casual dining area.  Luxurious master suite.  4th bd could be office.  Inviting terrace spans width of house.  Pool, spa, putting green.  Las Lomitas schools
 81 Ridge View Dr
 Atherton, CA 94027
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 4 bathrooms
$3,495,000
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