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Property Description
Beyond a gated entrance, this modern home blends sleek architecture, resort-like grounds with heated pool, tons of natural light and indoor outdoor living at its best. Designed by architect Mary Maydan in 2015, the two-level home offers 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, providing exceptional lifestyle flexibility. A dramatic great room features radiant-heated polished concrete floors, soaring ceilings, and walls of glass framing the private yard. An integrated linear fireplace and Fleetwood doors anchor the space. The dining area is highlighted by an oversized designer dome pendant. The chefs kitchen, under a partial glass ceiling, combines wood and white cabinetry, Corian counters, a wood island, and premium stainless appliances. A flexible-use room with separate entry is ideal for office or media off the kitchen. The main level also includes a guest suite with outdoor access and two en suite bedrooms. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite has a balcony, walk-in closet, and spa-like bath, plus two additional bedrooms sharing a hallway bathroom. Smart systems include radiant heat, mini-split HVAC, EV charging, and whole-home sound. Renderings available for 2 ADU additions. Set on 0.6 acres, the private, lushly landscaped lot is moments from downtown and enjoys top Menlo Park schools.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 79 Placitas Ave
General
- Sold For: $8,925,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82008122
- Added to Site: 266 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
- Laundry: Washer / Dryer
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Solar-Heated, Pool - Heated
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Garage
Location
- Area: Middlefield to El Camino Atherton
- County: San Mateo
- Cross Streets: Middlefield
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
- Heating Type: Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached
- Foundation: Concrete Slab
- Roof: Flat / Low Pitch
- Square Feet: 4,482
- Year Built: 1960
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.606
- Minimum Lot Size: 26398
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 26,398
- Zoning: R1001A
Listed by Compass, Judy Citron
Sold by Comps, Judy Citron
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Schools
Schools serving 79 Placitas Ave
School Districts:Menlo Park City Elementary School District, Sequoia Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Encinal Elementary School, Atherton, CA 195 Encinal Avenue, Atherton, CA 94027 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Hillview Middle School 1100 Elder Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025 | 6-8 | 2.2 mi |
Menlo-Atherton High School 555 Midfield Rd., Atherton, CA 94025 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 79 Placitas Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/19/2025
Sold
$8,925,000
—
MLS
7/17/2025
Price Reduced
$8,925,000
-6%
MLS
5/23/2025
Listed
$9,495,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
79 Placitas Ave, Atherton, CA 94027 (MLS# ML82008122) is a Single Family property that was sold at $8,925,000 on August 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 79 Placitas 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.

