Farm Hill
Neighborhood Reviews
Post-WWII planned community with East Bay views
Farm Hill’s residential charm lies in gently winding tree-lined streets and classic Midcentury designs, such as ranch-style and split-level hillside residences. “Farm Hill is a great community. There are a lot of young families, and it’s convenient for commuters. First-time homebuyers can find original or remodeled 1950s houses on sloping lots. There are a lot of split-level or tiered homes because it’s so hilly, but there are some flat lots,” says Bay Area Realtor Kimm Terpening. She and her business partner, Jennifer Alfaro, are a team with Compass with a combined 30 years of experience. “There are some properties with great views, and those sell quickly.” Prices range from $1.25 million to $4 million, with homes on large lots and unobstructed views commanding the highest prices. Houses sell for a median price of $2.25 million after two weeks.
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Science, language and technology courses
Students can attend Roy Cloud Elementary School. The Niche A-minus-rated facility has a garden where children learn environmental science and more. B-rated Kennedy Middle School offers language immersion programs for Spanish and Mandarin. A-rated Woodside High School has career technical pathways, including a graphics and technology academy. Canada College is located just below Farm Hill and offers tuition waivers to San Mateo County residents working towards associate's degrees and professional certifications.
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Playgrounds, picnics, putts and preserves
Stulsaft Park covers 42 acres with an array of recreational options. There are barbecue grills and picnic tables, a large grassy area, hiking trails and playgrounds. There’s even a splash pad with crayon-shaped water features to cool down in the summer months. Westwood Park might be small, but it offers plenty of fun. It has a playground with climbing areas and slides alongside picnic tables and benches. Neighborhood-adjacent Emerald Hills Golf Course is called the ‘toughest 9-hole course in Northern California’ for good reason. The undulating landscape tests golfers' skills as they drive and putt up- and downhill from bowl-shaped greens. Outdoor enthusiasts will find hiking trails and more at Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve. Bordering Farm Hill’s western edge, the park is known for the prominent ridge running through its center. The extensive trail system was made for hikers, joggers, equestrians and cyclists to enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding grass- and woodlands.
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Local produce, tea parties and vegan sushi
Shopping and dining opportunities lie just outside Farm Hill’s borders. Dehoff’s Market is a family-owned grocery store that’s been serving Redwood City since 1972. Oh Baby Sushi has cold sake, hot appetizers and specialty rolls for lovers of tuna and vegans alike. Big Brothers Burgers uses 100% California-raised Angus beef and local produce to make its innovative takes on an American classic. Chez Nous Cafe is a coffee shop in the morning and a wine bar in the evening. It has regular live music performances, tea parties and other public events. Woodside Plaza contains a Michaels craft store, a Ross Dress for Less and a Rite Aid Pharmacy just 2 miles east of the neighborhood.
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Winding residential roads meet high-capacity freeways
The neighborhood is bisected by Farm Hill Boulevard, the most traveled street in the area. It connects to Interstate 280 and has bike lanes and numerous bus stops. Nearby, California State Highway 84 connects to Highway 82 and the 101 Freeway, which takes travelers the 27 miles to San Jose or the 32 miles to San Francisco. Jefferson Avenue runs 3 miles to downtown Redwood City, a vibrant entertainment district. Plentiful sidewalks connect the community, making Roy Cloud Elementary easily accessible. Farm Hill also sits near several medical centers, with the Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center and Stanford Hospital less than 6 miles away. San Francisco International Airport is 20 miles north, while the San Jose Mineta International Airport is 23 miles southeast.
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Community worship centers
Farm Hill has a diverse array of worship centers. The Shinnyo-En USA Buddhist Temple is immediately recognizable from the slender tower that much of the neighborhood can see from their homes. The temple welcomes guests to walk its grounds just off Bret Harte Drive. Congregation Beth Jacob was the first synagogue on the San Francisco Peninsula when it was built in the 1930s. Today, it’s an integral part of the community that offers educational classes and a food pantry. Numerous Protestant and Catholic churches also rest within 2 miles. Perhaps the most well-known is Peninsula Covenant Church, where bi-monthly Farm Hill Neighborhood Association meetings are held. It operates a preschool and the membership-based Peninsula Community Center. Redwood City residents can use the facility's swimming pool, fitness equipment and tennis courts for a small fee.
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Wildfires and fire stations
Farm Hill faces a chance of wildfires, so residents are asked to keep flammable debris away from their homes. Redwood City Fire Station No. 12 is located on Jefferson Avenue to reduce response times in such an emergency.
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Written By
K.T. Phillips
Photography Contributed By
Angelo Sangiacomo
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Robert Pedro
Robert Pedro
Signature Realty & Mortgage
(650) 376-7617
57 Total Sales
1 in Farm Hill
$2,125,000 Price
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Mike Rezaee
Mike Rezaee
Intero Real Estate Services
(669) 666-6489
18 Total Sales
1 in Farm Hill
$2,500,000 Price
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Guy Chanda
Guy Chanda
Chanda Realty
(831) 480-3947
30 Total Sales
1 in Farm Hill
$1,650,000 Price
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Pamela Tyson
Pamela Tyson
Compass
(650) 381-1526
62 Total Sales
9 in Farm Hill
$1.4M - $2.9M Price Range
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Carrie Davis
Carrie Davis
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 744-0360
63 Total Sales
3 in Farm Hill
$2.7M - $3.4M Price Range
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Daniel Xi
Daniel Xi
Coldwell Banker Realty
(562) 449-4817
293 Total Sales
1 in Farm Hill
$2,650,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Maddux Park
Dove Beeger Park
Barkley Fields and Park
Red Morton Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Westwood Park
Stulsaft Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4/4/2016
Niche Review
Most people have living in California for most of their lives but there is a continual trend of more people moving into the community because of jobs. Thee divide between the two is slowly closing.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Farm Hill | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Farm Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Farm Hill, Redwood City sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Farm Hill, Redwood City over the last 12 months is $2,434,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$2,298,000
Median Sale Price
$2,434,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,434,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
110
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,311
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,826
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,955
On par with the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,441
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,838
Median Age
47
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$192,972
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$207,418
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
67.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.6%
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®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
23
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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