Why Live in Woodside Hills
Woodside Hills, developed in 1938 on 300 acres, is known for its secluded feel, thanks to its heavily wooded coastal ridgelines and tree-filled traffic islands. The neighborhood's winding roads and foliage-hidden houses contribute to its private atmosphere. The Woodside Hills Homes Association fosters community spirit with events like the “Meet Your Neighbor” night, which may contribute to the area's low crime risk, safer than the national average. Homes here are diverse in architectural style, ranging from historic estates to midcentury luxury homes and contemporary houses, often situated on lots of an acre or more with meticulously landscaped yards. Recreational opportunities include the nearby Menlo Country Club, Barkley Fields and Park, and Stulsaft Park, which offers trails for walking, biking, and horseback riding, as well as playgrounds and a splash pad with crayon-themed water features. Dining options are plentiful at Woodside Plaza, featuring eateries like Redwood Grill, Akami Sushi, and Villa Lucia’s, while Woodside Central provides shopping with stores like Target and Marshalls. Although public transportation is limited, major highways such as Interstate 280 and California State Highway 84 provide easy access to San Francisco, San Jose, and Silicon Valley. Nearby medical facilities include Dignity Health Sequoia Hospital, three miles away, and Stanford Hospital, five miles away. The neighborhood is served by highly rated Woodside High School, known for its career and technical education pathways.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Woodside Hills a good place to live?
Woodside Hills is a good place to live. Woodside Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Woodside Hills is a suburban neighborhood. Woodside Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.0 people per acre and a median age of 53. The average household income is $222,698 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 71.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Woodside Hills are home owners, with 14.3% of residents renting and 85.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Woodside Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Woodside Hills neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Woodside Hills?
The median home price in Woodside Hills is $397,326. If you put a 20% down payment of $79,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,060 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $88K a year to afford the median home price in Woodside Hills. The average household income in Woodside Hills is $223K.
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Home Trends in Woodside Hills, CA
On average, homes in Woodside Hills, Woodside sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Woodside Hills, Woodside over the last 12 months is $454,900, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$454,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,200
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$161
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$397,326
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%