Homes for Sale in Atherton
Search all Atherton houses for sale and real estate listings. Located just 30 miles south of downtown San Francisco, Atherton is an incorporated town in San Mateo County. Nestled between Menlo Park, Redwood City, and Woodside, Atherton is a super-exclusive and affluent community that consistently ranks among the most expensive cities in the United States.
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About Atherton
Atherton first rose to prominence in the late 19th century, offering a peaceful escape for San Francisco's wealthy elite, many of whom built expansive country houses here. Today, Atherton attracts tech entrepreneurs, high-profile celebrities, and venture capitalists.
Atherton features an impressive collection of custom luxury homes, ranging from Tuscan estates to fabulous contemporary structures. Homes in Atherton often occupy parcels of over an acre, surrounded by gorgeously manicured landscaping and high walls.
Atherton offers residents privacy, tranquility, and seclusion, and there are few sidewalks or streetlights. Instead, the community feels semi-rural, with towering redwoods and mature deciduous trees providing shade and elegance. The bucolic atmosphere is enhanced by equestrian trails running through the community, and it's common to see residents enjoying their surroundings on horseback.
Atherton is almost exclusively residential, although one popular local restaurant serves farm-to-table cuisine in a semi-formal setting. One can find an excellent selection of shopping and dining options minutes away in downtown Menlo Park. Here, locals enjoy browsing in upscale boutiques and independent galleries before stopping at one of several high-end restaurants. Another popular shopping destination is the Stanford Shopping Center in nearby Palo Alto. This outdoor development features big-name department stores, several excellent restaurants, and high-end brands such as Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co.
There's a strong sense of community in Atherton, and many local events and celebrations are held at Holbrook-Palmer Park. This beautiful 22-acre greenspace features lawns, mature trees, tennis courts, and a playground. Located in the park, Menlo Circus Club provides the hub for local equestrian culture. The club offers full-service stables, riding lessons, and blacksmiths, and also organizes a nationally recognized annual charity horse show.
Atherton Real Estate
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Each listing includes photos, the price, year built, the size of the house (square feet), the size of the lot, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and other important information. You’ll also be able to check the number of days it has been on the market (DOM), the MLS number, and the listing status (active, under contract, or pending).
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