Atherton Real Estate
San Mateo County
About Atherton
Atherton (zip code 94027) routinely tops national lists as America's most expensive zip code. There are no commercial businesses in Atherton — no restaurants, no shops, just private estates set behind mature trees and gated driveways. Minimum lot sizes of one acre ensure the exclusivity that has attracted generations of Silicon Valley's most successful. If privacy, prestige, and proximity to both Stanford and Sand Hill Road matter to you, Atherton is the pinnacle.
Why Atherton?
- Top 1% wealth concentration
- Minimum 1-acre lots
- Complete residential privacy
- Near Stanford and Sand Hill Road
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone buy in Atherton?
Yes — it's a private residential city with no income or employment requirements. The barrier is purely financial, with entry-level homes starting around $4M.
What schools serve Atherton?
Atherton is served by the Encinal Elementary and Menlo Park City School District for K-8, and Menlo-Atherton or Sacred Heart Preparatory for high school.
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