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Atherton, California

Lindenwood
Atherton

Atherton’s only gated community — some 490 homes on roughly one-acre lots behind the historic Flood estate gates, east of El Camino Real.

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The neighborhood

Lindenwood homes for sale in a singular setting.

Lindenwood is Atherton’s only fully gated community: roughly 490 homes on lots of about an acre each, enclosed behind the historic gates of James C. Flood’s 1878 Linden Towers estate. The 44-room Linden Towers mansion is long gone, but its iron gates still guard the community’s three entrances — two on Middlefield Road and one on Frederick Avenue.

Buyers choose Lindenwood for privacy and scale — a completely enclosed enclave where streets stay quiet and lots stay large. For sellers, the story is scarcity behind the gates: Lindenwood homes trade rarely and draw buyers who want Atherton’s most private address.

GatedAtherton’s only fully enclosed community
Scale~490 homes on ~1-acre lots
HeritageFlood estate gates, circa 1878

A sense of place

Behind the gates, a world apart.

Lindenwood runs on its own rhythm. The Lindenwood Homes Association maintains the gates and common areas, and inside, life is leafy and unhurried — estate lots, deep setbacks and streets that end where the gates begin. Yet step outside and you’re minutes from Flood Park, the El Camino corridor and the whole mid-Peninsula.

ArchitectureTraditional and modern estates, many rebuilt on original footprints.
LandscapeAcre lots, mature trees and private gates.
Daily lifeHOA-gated: quiet streets, easy highway access.

01 / Education

Schools near Lindenwood homes.

Public school placement is determined by the local districts and can change. Confirm the exact property address directly with the district before relying on an assignment.

Encinal Elementary School in Atherton
District resources

District and campus resources for Lindenwood buyers.

Lindenwood falls in the Menlo Park City School District — including Encinal and Laurel elementary schools and Hillview Middle — with high school through the Sequoia Union High School District at Menlo-Atherton High. Confirm the exact property address directly with each district before relying on an assignment.

Menlo Park City School District

Official district and enrollment resources

Official site

Encinal Elementary School

Grades K–5 · Atherton

Official site

Laurel School

Grades K–5 · Menlo Park/Atherton

Official site

Menlo-Atherton High School

Grades 9–12 · Sequoia Union HSD

Official site

02 / Parks

Green space around Lindenwood.

Flood Park — San Mateo County’s 21-acre park — sits just outside Lindenwood’s edge on Bay Road, with Holbrook-Palmer Park and the bayfront trails a short drive away.

Flood Park in Menlo Park
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Flood Park

215 Bay Rd, Menlo Park · county park with lawns, sports and trails

Official site
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Holbrook-Palmer Park

150 Watkins Ave · Atherton’s main town park

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Bedwell Bayfront Park

Bayfront trails and open space at the bay’s edge

Facilities and access conditions can change. Review the official preserve and town listings before visiting.

Nearby outdoors

Hiking & Trails

Lindenwood residents head east for bayfront paths or west for the foothills.

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Bay Trail at Bedwell Bayfront Park

Miles of shoreline walking and cycling.

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Flood Park trails

Wooded paths inside the county park.

Official site
03

Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve

Serpentine trails and wildflowers to the west.

Official site
Trail conditions, seasonal closures and access rules can change. Check the linked official resources before heading out.

03 / Local life

Amenities near Lindenwood.

The El Camino Real corridor and Sharon Heights Shopping Center cover daily needs; downtown Menlo Park and Stanford Shopping Center are minutes away.

Traditional estate home on Atherton Avenue, Atherton
Representative Lindenwood-area estates
Luxury home exterior in Atherton
Representative Atherton estates
Dining

El Camino Real corridor

Restaurants and cafés along the corridor, minutes from the gates.

Shopping

Sharon Heights Shopping Center

Grocery, services and dining in nearby Menlo Park.

Daily life

Gated privacy

The association gates and acre lots keep the enclave quiet and secure.

Map & getting around

Getting around Lindenwood.

Lindenwood sits east of El Camino Real, bounded by Middlefield Road, Marsh Road, Bay Road and Ringwood Avenue. These are the everyday destinations residents drive to most.

5 min

Flood Park

5 min drive · Atherton area

Directions
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Menlo-Atherton High School

7 min drive · Atherton area

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8 min

Downtown Menlo Park

8 min drive · Atherton area

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10 min

Stanford Shopping Center

10 min drive · Atherton area

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15 min

Stanford University

15 min drive · Atherton area

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18 min

San Francisco International Airport

18 min drive · Atherton area

Directions
Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Tap Directions for live routing.

Market snapshot

Home values in Lindenwood.

Lindenwood trades at Atherton’s top tier — 94027 reclaimed America’s priciest ZIP code in the first half of 2026, with acre estates behind the gates commanding the town’s strongest prices.

$250K+

Median household income

Townwide approx. · U.S. Census ACS 5-year (QuickFacts 2020–2024)

$10M

Median home price

Townwide approx. · PropertyShark/Bloomberg H1 2026

$30M+

High-end price point

Townwide approx. · five 2026 sales over $30M (PropertyShark)

Approx. as of Sept 2026 (townwide approximations). Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS), PropertyShark/Bloomberg, Redfin 94027 trends.

Buyer guidance

Buying a home in Lindenwood?

Lindenwood purchases reward patience. Few homes trade each year behind the gates, so buyers should be ready to move when the right property appears — with a clear read on lot, setting, privacy and the association’s rules.

School assignments and property details should be verified for the exact address. Local guidance can help you evaluate comparable enclave sales and understand how a classic home, a remodeled estate or new construction fits the community.

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Seller guidance

Selling your Lindenwood home?

A Lindenwood marketing plan should lead with the gates: the fully enclosed enclave, acre lots and the Flood-estate heritage are what buyers from across the Peninsula — and beyond — are paying for.

Thoughtful preparation starts with the specific estate, its grounds and relevant comparable sales. From pricing and presentation to launch strategy, the goal is to connect the property with buyers who want Atherton’s most private address.

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Buyer & seller questions

Lindenwood real estate FAQ.

Where is Lindenwood in Atherton?

Lindenwood is Atherton’s only gated community, east of El Camino Real and bounded by Middlefield Road, Marsh Road, Bay Road and Ringwood Avenue.

How many homes are in Lindenwood?

Roughly 490 homes on lots of about an acre each, fully enclosed behind three historic gates.

Which school districts serve Lindenwood?

The Menlo Park City School District — including Encinal and Laurel elementary schools and Hillview Middle — with high school at Menlo-Atherton High through the Sequoia Union High School District. Buyers should confirm the exact address directly with each district.

What are the Flood gates?

The iron gates at Lindenwood’s entrances date to James C. Flood’s 1878 Linden Towers estate, the 44-room mansion that once stood on the land.

How should a Lindenwood seller prepare for the market?

A strong plan should present the estate’s setting, grounds and improvements clearly, supported by property-specific pricing and marketing guidance.

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Local guidance

Explore Lindenwood with Simon Sahi.

For a property-specific view of Lindenwood homes, school placement, gate access and nearby amenities, begin with the exact address and a thoughtful local conversation.

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