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  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,780 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 13 hours ago

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172 Encinal Ave,Atherton, CA 94027

172 Encinal AveAthertonCA94027

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    172 Encinal Ave,Atherton, CA 94027
    172 Encinal AveAthertonCA94027
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    172 Encinal Ave,Atherton, CA 94027
    172 Encinal AveAthertonCA94027
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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.

Full Property Details for 172 Encinal Ave

General

  • Price: $6,000,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: RE_Infolink
  • MLS ID: ML82064168
  • Updated: 10/9/2026
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Interior Features: Security Gate
  • Fireplace(s): Gas Starter
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), 1 Shower over Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor

Other Rooms

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Hood over Range, Oven/Range, Built-In Oven/Range , Gas, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Dryer

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Extras: Not Applicable

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage, Off-Street Parking

Location

  • Area: Middlefield to El Camino Atherton
  • County: San Mateo
  • Cross Streets: Middlefield

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central AC
  • Heating Type: Central Air (Gas/Forced Air)

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public, Well
  • Utility Description: Public Utilities

Structural Information

  • Construction: Detached
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Shake
  • Square Feet: 1,780
  • Year Built: 1952

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.94
  • Minimum Lot Size: 40946
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 40,946
  • Zoning: R10000
  • Fencing (Description): Complete Perimeter

Listed by Compass, Lori Buecheler

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  • Lori Buecheler

    Compass

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Schools serving 172 Encinal Ave

School Districts:Menlo Park City Elementary School District, Sequoia Union High School District
NameGradesDistance
Encinal Elementary School, Atherton, CA
195 Encinal Avenue, Atherton, CA 94027
K-50.1 mi
Hillview Middle School
1100 Elder Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025
6-81.7 mi
Menlo-Atherton High School
555 Midfield Rd., Atherton, CA 94025
9-120.6 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 172 Encinal Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
10/09/2026
Listed
$6,000,000
142.42%
MLS
5/03/2007
Sold
$2,475,000
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Tax History for 172 Encinal Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$39,140
—
$3,382,286
2%
2025
$39,140
3%
$3,315,968
2%
2024
$38,059
2%
$3,250,950
2%
2023
$37,298
2%
$3,187,207
2%
2022
$36,404
2%
$3,124,713
2%
2021
$35,669
1%
$3,063,445
1%
2020
$35,356
1%
$3,032,034
2%
2019
$34,925
3%
$2,972,583
2%
2018
$34,056
-1%
$2,914,298
2%
2017
$34,295
3%
$2,857,155
2%
2016
$33,416
1%
$2,801,134
2%
2015
$33,103
2%
$2,759,060
2%
2014
$32,469
14%
$2,705,015
13%
2013
$28,490
—
$2,400,000
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172 Encinal Ave, Atherton, CA 94027 (MLS# ML82064168) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 172 Encinal Ave is currently listed for $6,000,000 and was received on October 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 172 Encinal Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Atherton? You can browse all Atherton real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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