$3,134,335Average Value$1,198Average Price per Sq Ft
An idyllic neighborhood that sits alongside Stanford University
Homes in Stanford Hills are in a crescent-shaped parcel of land sandwiched between Stanford University’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and the Stanford Dish Area, a sprawling wilderness conservation site. Between these university outposts is a hilly and verdant area of homes split into two distinct sections — Stanford Hills and Stanford Weekend Acres. Its mountainous streets are covered by the shadows of eucalyptus trees, and the homes look straight out of the Hollywood Hills of the 1960s. “It’s a little more rural. It’s a little country. Everyone knows each other and looks out for each other,” says Realtor Lyn Cobb of Coldwell Banker Realty, a lifelong resident of Menlo Park who has worked in realty for more than two decades.
Located at the southern edge of Menlo Park, the neighborhood offers easy access to the historic campus at Stanford, local parks and shopping destinations. “The location is outstanding. You’re close to trails, hiking and the university. And of course, the weather is perfect. It’s just a very idyllic place to live,” says Realtor Matt McCormick of Coldwell Banker Realty, who lives and works in the area.
Lush greenery surrounds the peaceful Stanford Hills, with views of nearby Stanford University.
Stanford University's proximity enriches the Stanford Hills community.
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Well-maintained homes in an idyllic setting
Stanford Hills, the subdivision at the north end of the neighborhood, is notable because Stanford University owns all the land there. “You own the house, but you don’t own the property,” Cobb says. Even with that unique arrangement home values range from $2 million to north of $4 million. The streets are lined with upscale ranch homes where many university employees and professors live.
Just up the road in Stanford Weekend Acres, eclectic estates back up to rolling hills and natural scenery. Farmhouses from the 1920s painted in bright pastels sit in the lap of leaning cypress trees and loblolly pines, with barns converted to studios. At the top of the market are new constructions made to look like the older homes, but with all the modern appliances one might expect in a multi-million-dollar estate. It’s $1.5 million at a minimum to get into this small neighborhood, and prices go up to $4 million.
This Mediterranean-style home in Stanford Hills showcases a tiled roof and three-car garage.
Contemporary design in Stanford Hills blends wood and white finishes for a sleek, modern look.
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Top-rated Bay Area public schools
As may be expected, the school district where the faculty and staff of California’s Ivy League send their children is ranked among the best in the state. The public schools closest to Stanford Hills all received A-plus grades on Niche. Las Lomitas Elementary School serves kindergarten through third grade, while La Entrada Middle School serves fourth through eighth-grade students. Teens can move on to Menlo Atherton High School, one of Niche’s top-ranked high schools for San Mateo County. The high school offers more than a dozen advanced placement courses, a plethora of arts electives and plenty of athletic programs. Stanford University, one of the nation’s top-ranked universities, is only a mile away from Stanford Hills.
Menlo-Atherton High School, Central Menlo Park, is ranked among the top 250 in California.
La Entrada Middle School focuses on the higher education of its students in Portola Valley.
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Outdoor destinations, community parks and golf
Outdoor recreation abounds in Stanford Hills. The Stanford Golf Course is a nationally renowned 18-hole course that borders the eastern edge of the neighborhood. Some residents can walk to a trailhead of the Stanford Dish Area, a vast wildlife preserve carved with trails and named for the iconic radio telescope in the middle of the landscape. “A lot of people who live there make it their daily outing,” Cobb says. Stanford Hills Park is also an option. This little park has a playground, walking paths and picnic area.
Stanford Hills women golfers enjoy the local Stanford course.
Stanford Hills is home to diverse wildlife, with squirrels blending into natural settings.
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Shopping and dining in Downtown Menlo Park
Most of the commerce in the area is 3 miles east of Downtown Menlo Park. There, residents of Stanford Hills can find everything from a Turkish bakery to a Michelin-starred sushi restaurant, Robin. Stanford students have good taste, and the small downtown area is a fun place to eat, drink or take a stroll. Stanford Hills residents who don’t want to make the drive to the city’s downtown district can pop over to Sand Hill Road, less than a mile away. Mexican restaurants, the popular local hangout Sand Hill Kitchen and a Safeway can be found there.
Stanford Hills is close to cafes and eats on Stanford's campus.
Stanford shopping center is a great place to grab lunch.
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Getting around the Bay Area
Stanford Hills is right off Interstate 280, which leads to San Francisco about 30 miles north, and San Jose about 24 miles south. Those who prefer rail travel can hop on the Caltrain in Downtown Menlo Park. The Stanford Medical Center is 2 miles east.
Stanford Hills offers easy access to public transit with SamTrans buses serving the area.
The Caltrain station near Stanford Hills provides quick connections to San Francisco and beyond.
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Parks in this Area
Sharon Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Stanford Hills Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Tinker Park
Sharon Hills Park
Frenchman's Park
Ford Field
Transit
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
34 min drive
Bus
In Parking Lot & Slac Main Gate (Restricted Access)
Bus
Slac Lcls Office Building (B901) (Restricted Access)
Bus
Slac Arrillaga Science Center (B057) (Restricted Access)
Bus
On Sand Hill Road Across From Sharon Park Drive
Bus
Alpine Rd & Wildwood Ln
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Stanford Hills
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Stanford Hills, Menlo Park sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Stanford Hills, Menlo Park over the last 12 months is $3,172,600, up 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled in a quiet, tucked-away area of Menlo Park, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom property offers the perfect balance of peace, privacy & convenience. With a serene creek-side view from the deck & proximity to Stanford, local shops and trails, this property provides an ideal retreat for anyone seeking a calm, inspiring space. The upstairs living area boasts an open layout with vaulted
Ricky FloresGolden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
440
Median Age
50
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$207,292
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$207,284
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
78.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.4%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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