
240 Oak Grove Ave, Atherton, CA 94027
What This House Offers
Private Atherton Home on 1.13 Acres with Pool & Tennis Court
Enjoy the rare opportunity to live on 1.13 acres in the heart of Atherton. Tucked away on a quiet,... tree-lined street, this single-level home offers exceptional privacy, expansive outdoor space, and an unbeatable location just minutes from Stanford University, Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and the best of Silicon Valley.
The home features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 2,420 square feet of comfortable living space. The kitchen opens to the backyard and pool area, making it easy to enjoy outdoor dining, entertaining, and everyday family living.
The outdoor setting is what truly makes this property special. The expansive grounds include a private swimming pool, full-size tennis court, a playground, and mature avocado and plum trees that produce fruit seasonally. Whether you're swimming, playing tennis, relaxing outdoors, or enjoying fresh fruit from the garden, the property offers a lifestyle that's increasingly difficult to find on the Peninsula.
The location combines privacy with outstanding convenience:
- Minutes to Stanford University and Stanford Shopping Center
- Close to downtown Menlo Park and downtown Palo Alto
- Easy access to Sand Hill Road, US-101, and I-280
- Near many of the Peninsula's top public and private schools
Available unfurnished. Home has AC and Tesla charger. Gardener and pool service are included. All other utilities to be covered by tenants.
Opportunities to lease a home with this combination of land, recreation, privacy, and central Atherton location are rare.
Qualifications:
-- Verifiable income of 3.5X rent
-- Credit score of 740+
-- Clear background and eviction check
-- Landlord references
-- One-month deposit
The application process is via Zillow, and we will sign a standard California Association of Realtors lease agreement. We also require tenant insurance, which typically costs between $15 and $20 per month.
DRE 01404898
Unit
- $16,500 / month
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2420 sq. ft.
- Available Sep 1
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Garages
240 Oak Grove Ave is a single-family home for rent in Atherton, CA
Fees and Policies
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No Pets Allowed
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Atherton, CA 94027
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Some public transit40 / 100
Driveability
Very drivable80 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Calm83 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Laurel Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Hillview Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Parkside Montessori
Grades PK-8
Public
Peninsula School, Ltd
Grades PK-8
Private
Menlo-Atherton High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Menlo Park
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Menlo College
Drive: 5 min (1.7 mi)
Stanford University
Drive: 12 min (4.2 mi)
Foothill College, Middlefield
Drive: 14 min (6.9 mi)
Canada College
Drive: 18 min (7.7 mi)
Discover Lindenwood, Atherton, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 240 Oak Grove Ave proximity to 1137-1159 El Camino Real, 1011-1031 El Camino Real, and 989-995 El Camino Real. 1137-1159 El Camino Real is 1 mile away, and 1011-1031 El Camino Real is within a 20 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 40, 240 Oak Grove Ave has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 10.2 miles. Transit options include Mountain View Station and Middlefield Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 240 Oak Grove Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Seminary Oaks Park, Burgess Park, and Hopkins Creekside Park.
Airports
Living in Lindenwood provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 25 minutes from 240 Oak Grove Ave. Another nearby airport is San Francisco International, located 18.7 miles away.
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