Los Altos Hills is an exclusive, almost entirely residential town set in the foothills above Silicon Valley, celebrated for its privacy, sweeping Bay and valley views, and rural-luxury atmosphere. With one-acre minimum lot sizes and no commercial development, the town maintains a serene, estate-oriented character while remaining minutes from Stanford University and the heart of the tech industry — a combination that ranks it among the most expensive ZIP codes in the United States.
Real estate here centers on sprawling custom estates, gated properties, and equestrian-friendly parcels, ranging from established traditional homes to dramatic contemporary builds designed to capture the hillside views. Inventory is limited and tightly held, and lot size, view corridors, and privacy are the primary drivers of value. Buyers are drawn by the rare blend of seclusion, acreage, and proximity to top schools and employers.
Many buyers weigh Los Altos Hills against the in-town convenience of neighboring Los Altos. Explore current Los Altos Hills luxury homes for sale, or browse all of Ryan's neighborhood guides. Ryan Gowdy offers the discretion and deep local expertise that the Hills' estate market demands.
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 | 4.13 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.52 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.49 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.48 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.04 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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