Endless Possibilities in Prime Atherton Location! Come see this hidden gem, privately tucked behind secured entry gates and a sweeping semi-circular drive, this rare 0.93-acre estate property delivers both prestige and potential in one of America's most coveted zip codes. The 3,145 SF residence offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 3 fireplaces, along with an attached 2-car garage. Thoughtfully maintained by its longtime owners, the home is move-in ready yet brimming with opportunity to reimagine it for modern luxury. The grounds impress with mature landscaping, in-ground pool and spa, outdoor wet bar, sauna, pool equipment room, and numerous storage sheds. Fully fenced and cross-fenced for ultimate privacy, with dual automatic gates at each end of the drive, convenience and security are built in. Here, the possibilities are endless: update and expand the existing residence, convert the garage to living space, add a 3+ car garage, and/or design an ADU. In a neighborhood where transformed properties command premium value, this is your canvas to create the Atherton estate of your dreams. Don't just buy a home, secure nearly an acre of flat, usable land in the heart of Atherton, where vision and value go hand in hand.
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Tax assessed value
$6,800,000
196 Encinal Ave, Atherton, CA 94027
4beds
3,145sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.93 Acres Lot
$7,051,900 Zestimate®
$2,162/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$7,051,900
$6.42M - $7.76M
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In-ground pool and spaSecured entry gatesMature landscapingPool equipment roomSweeping semi-circular driveOutdoor dry barNumerous storage sheds
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Listed by:
Tracy Helphingstine DRE #01397638 279-280-1176,
RE/MAX Gold Sierra Oaks
Bought with:
Jing Chen, DRE #02156052
Pellego, Inc.
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 425079055Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Possible Guest, Other
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet, Outside Access, Ground Floor
Primary bathroom
- Features: Window, Walk-In Closet(s), Tile, Shower Stall(s), Multiple Shower Heads, Double Vanity
Dining room
- Features: Space in Kitchen, Formal Room, Dining/Living Combo, Bar, Breakfast Nook
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Butcher Block Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry Cabinet, Tile Counters
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator, Other, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,145 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Faces Front, Interior Access, RV Possible, RV Storage, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Gated
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Gunite, On Lot, Pool Cover, Pool Sweep, Pool/Spa Combo, Solar Heat, See Remarks
- Fencing: See Remarks,Full,Entry Gate,Electric,Cross Fenced,Gated Driveway/Sidewalks
Lot
- Size: 0.93 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscaped, Private, Split Possible
- Topography: Trees Many,Snow Line Below,Level,Level,Snow Line Below,Trees Many
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Outbuilding, Pergola, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 061340010
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Networked
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wall Insulation, Frame, Floor Insulation, Ceiling Insulation, Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Slab, Raised, Combination
- Roof: See Remarks,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other, See Remarks, 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Sewer In & Connected, Public, Natural Gas Connected, Internet Available, Electric, DSL Available, Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Atherton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,162/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,800,000
- Date on market: 9/20/2026
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | Sold | $6,800,000+36%$2,162/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #425079055 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Pending sale | $5,000,000$1,590/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #425079055 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,000,000+129.1%$1,590/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #425079055 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2005 | Sold | $2,182,000$694/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $6,800,000 +128% |
| 2025 | $35,570 +2.8% | $2,981,877 +2% |
| 2024 | $34,589 +2.1% | $2,923,409 +2% |
| 2023 | $33,893 +2.5% | $2,866,088 +2% |
| 2022 | $33,080 +2.1% | $2,809,891 +2% |
| 2021 | $32,393 +0.9% | $2,754,796 +1% |
| 2020 | $32,105 +1.2% | $2,726,550 +2% |
| 2019 | $31,711 +2.6% | $2,673,089 +2% |
| 2018 | $30,920 -0.9% | $2,620,677 +2% |
| 2017 | $31,203 +2.7% | $2,569,292 +2% |
| 2016 | $30,388 +2.9% | $2,518,914 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $29,519 | $2,481,079 +2% |
| 2014 | $29,519 | $2,432,479 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $2,421,486 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,374,007 |
| 2011 | -- | $2,374,007 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,310,065 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,315,554 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,270,152 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,225,640 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,182,000 +1070.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $186,415 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $179,179 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $175,896 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $172,448 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $169,067 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $165,753 |
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Neighborhood: 94027
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Encinal Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 9/10Hillview Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Menlo-Atherton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- California
- San Mateo County
- Menlo Park
- 94027
- 196 Encinal Ave
