Expansive estate living surrounded by natural beauty, just minutes from Silicon Valley's leading employers.
Though one of the smallest communities in Santa Clara County, Los Altos Hills is anything but slight. Compared to some of its equally upscale neighbors, Los Altos Hills takes its residential lifestyle seriously.
Tucked into the rolling hills west of the Peninsula, Los Altos Hills is known for its privacy, open space, and exclusively residential character. With minimum one-acre parcels and no commercial zoning, the community offers a rare sense of tranquility while remaining just minutes from downtown Los Altos, Palo Alto, Stanford, and Silicon Valley's leading employers.
In banning commercial zones and development within the town, Los Altos Hills leaves its nearly nine square miles available exclusively for single-family housing and dedicated open space. Land use restrictions and one-acre minimum lot requirements preserve the area's spacious feel and rural character.
As one of the wealthiest communities in the United States, the elegance of Los Altos Hills is found both in its setting and its homes. Spread across beautiful rolling terrain, architectural styles range from understated ranch homes to grand estates, many offering sweeping views of the Bay and surrounding hillsides.
Rural. Residential. Relaxed.
Few places in the Bay Area can claim this unique combination of qualities. From its commitment to preserving open space to its carefully maintained development policies, Los Altos Hills remains dedicated to protecting the character that makes it so special.
The town is home to beautiful natural preserves including Byrne Preserve and Murrieta Ridge, while nearby recreational destinations such as Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, the Stanford Dish, Pearson-Arastradero Preserve, Hidden Villa, and Foothills Nature Preserve offer countless opportunities to explore the outdoors.
Living in Los Altos Hills provides a welcome retreat from the fast pace of Silicon Valley while maintaining convenient access to everything the region has to offer. Residents enjoy a sense of seclusion and privacy without sacrificing proximity to world-class employers, universities, shopping, dining, and entertainment.
As one of the Peninsula's few residential-only communities, Los Altos Hills does not contain commercial districts, restaurants, or retail centers within its boundaries. Instead, residents enjoy easy access to some of the area's most celebrated dining, shopping, and entertainment destinations just minutes away in neighboring Los Altos and Palo Alto.
A short drive east brings you to downtown Los Altos, where tree-lined streets, boutique shopping, cafés, and acclaimed restaurants create one of the Peninsula's most charming downtown experiences.
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Nearby Palo Alto
One of Los Altos Hills' greatest assets is its remarkable Pathway System, an extensive network of approximately 80 miles of interconnected trails that weave throughout the community. Open to hikers, joggers, cyclists, and horseback riders, the pathway network connects neighborhoods, preserves, and scenic viewpoints across town.
Popular outdoor destinations include:
Each year, residents gather for the annual Pathways Run/Walk, a beloved community tradition that celebrates the town's active lifestyle and close-knit spirit.
Los Altos Hills also has a strong equestrian heritage. The town owns and operates Westwind Community Barn, a premier horse boarding and training facility. Its annual Hoedown brings together residents of all ages and highlights the community's longstanding appreciation for rural living and outdoor recreation.
Palo Alto Unified School District serves the northern portions of Los Altos Hills, while students in the southern areas attend the Los Altos School District. Private school options, including Pinewood School, are also nearby.
Foothill College, one of California's most highly regarded community colleges, is located within the town's borders and serves as an important educational and cultural resource for the community.
8,367 people live in Los Altos Hills, where the median age is 53.5 and the average individual income is $173,837. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Los Altos Hills, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Selene Ricardez, MohamedXFit, and Levity Fit.
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| Active | 1.52 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.49 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Los Altos Hills has 3,026 households, with an average household size of 2.73. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Los Altos Hills do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,367 people call Los Altos Hills home. The population density is 923 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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