Exceptional opportunity in a well-established Atherton neighborhood. This picturesque property offers remarkable flexibility enjoy the existing residence as it is today, expand and reimagine the current home, or take advantage of the outstanding development potential to create a magnificent new custom estate. The expansive lot, enhanced by mature landscaping and a variety of fruit trees, provides an exceptional canvas for future possibilities while offering privacy and a wonderful sense of place. Surrounded by impressive estates and neighboring homes valued in the $20 million range, the property combines immediate livability with tremendous long-term potential. Close to desirable Menlo Park schools, parks and downtown area.
Pending
$6,000,000
172 Encinal Ave, Atherton, CA 94027
3beds
1,780sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1952
0.94 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$3,371/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 5 days
- 1,571
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lori Buecheler 01859485 650-387-2716,
Compass 650-323-1111
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82064168
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: ExhaustFan
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Range Hood, Oven/Range, Built In Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dryer
Features
- Security Gate
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,780
- Total interior livable area: 1,780 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Perimeter
Lot
- Size: 0.94 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Garage, Greenhouse, Other, Sheds
- Parcel number: 061340340
- Zoning: R10000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Atherton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $3,371/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,382,286
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | Pending sale | $6,000,000$3,371/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82064168 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,000,000+142.4%$3,371/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82064168 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2007 | Sold | $2,475,000+29.9%$1,390/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2004 | Sold | $1,906,000$1,071/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $3,382,286 +2% |
| 2025 | $39,140 +2.8% | $3,315,968 +2% |
| 2024 | $38,059 +2% | $3,250,950 +2% |
| 2023 | $37,298 +2.5% | $3,187,207 +2% |
| 2022 | $36,404 +2.1% | $3,124,713 +2% |
| 2021 | $35,669 +0.9% | $3,063,445 +1% |
| 2020 | $35,356 +1.2% | $3,032,034 +2% |
| 2019 | $34,925 +2.6% | $2,972,583 +2% |
| 2018 | $34,056 -0.7% | $2,914,298 +2% |
| 2017 | $34,295 +2.6% | $2,857,155 +2% |
| 2016 | $33,416 +2.9% | $2,801,134 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $32,469 | $2,759,060 +2% |
| 2014 | $32,469 | $2,705,015 +12.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $2,400,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $2,400,000 +4.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,300,000 -10.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,568,886 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,574,990 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,524,500 +24.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,022,662 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,983,002 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,983,002 +973.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $184,721 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $181,337 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $177,783 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $174,298 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $170,881 |
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Neighborhood: 94027
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: EncinalElementary_2
- Middle: HillviewMiddle_1
- High: MenloAthertonHigh
- District: MenloParkCityElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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