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ATHERTON, CA 94027

Real Estate Market Report  ·  San Mateo County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇧ 14.3% vs 7 last year
Pending
2
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$13,874,000
⇩ 17% vs $16,723,750 last year
Average Price
$13,489,125
⇩ 30.8% vs $19,490,714 last year
Days on Market
79
⇩ 19.4% vs 98 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,142  ·  Density: 548.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $250,001

Typical home value: $2,000,000  ·  Homeownership: 85.9%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The ATHERTON, CA real estate market (94027) currently shows 8 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 79 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 79 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 17% year-over-year, from $16,723,750 to $13,874,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 79 now vs 98 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $13,874,000 (-17% YoY)
  • Average: $13,489,125 (-30.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.5 miles — 228 listings ($698,602,979 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
94027Atherton, CA 940270.0 mi8$107,913,000$13,874,000$13,489,125
94061Redwood City, CA 940611.9 mi24$38,133,672$1,382,500$1,588,903
94301Palo Alto, CA 943013.0 mi9$58,649,004$3,475,000$6,516,556
94304Palo Alto, CA 943044.4 mi1$11,500,000$11,500,000$11,500,000
94306Palo Alto, CA 943064.7 mi24$60,927,816$1,999,000$2,538,659
94028Portola Valley, CA 940285.5 mi15$77,268,465$3,998,000$5,151,231
94065Redwood City, CA 940656.1 mi13$16,253,757$1,101,500$1,250,289
94022Los Altos, CA 940227.5 mi29$136,782,908$2,788,000$4,716,652
94404San Mateo, CA 944047.9 mi35$52,539,200$1,449,000$1,501,120
94040Mountain View, CA 940408.2 mi11$19,705,125$1,440,000$1,791,375
94024Los Altos, CA 940249.2 mi11$62,785,800$5,888,000$5,707,800
94555Fremont, CA 945559.5 mi24$31,771,608$1,388,000$1,323,817
94401San Mateo, CA 9440110.5 mi24$24,372,624$799,000$1,015,526

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ATHERTON, CA 94027?

As of January 2026, there are 8 active listings in ATHERTON, CA (zip code 94027), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ATHERTON, CA 94027?

The median listing price in ATHERTON, CA 94027 is $13,874,000 as of January 2026, a 17% decrease from $16,723,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ATHERTON, CA?

Homes in ATHERTON, CA 94027 spend an average of 79 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 98 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ATHERTON, CA 94027?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ATHERTON, CA 94027 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 79 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ATHERTON, CA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ATHERTON, CA 94027 save an estimated $277,480 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $13,874,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.