Property Overview:
26636 Altamont Rd is a single-family home in Los Altos Hills, CA, built in 1972. It features 4–5 bedrooms, 2–3.5 bathrooms, and 2,933–4,037 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and sits on a mostly flat 1-acre lot.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 2% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 2.5% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Gardner Bullis Elementary, Henry M. Gunn High, and Ardis G. Egan Junior High.- Average SAT score: 1,159 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 80.2% white-collar jobs, 19.8% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 17,126 (22% growth since 2000).
- 78% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45–54 years (17.8%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.9°F (January), 90.1°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 14.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $205,994.
- Average annual spending: $112,459.
Property Features:
- Tastefully remodeled for a comfortable California lifestyle.
- Single-level floor plan with 2 family rooms (one can be an office or hobby room).
- Open kitchen/family room with granite countertops, center island, built-in ceiling speakers, and surround sound system.
- Generous use of limestone, Crema Marfil marble, and Velux skylights.
- Wide plank hardwood flooring throughout.
- Large master suite with walk-in closet.
- Professionally landscaped grounds:
- Extensive covered porch
- Double decking with built-in benches
- Travertine hardscape, outdoor BBQ & pizza oven, firepit, gleaming pool, zip line, play set, and prolific fruit trees.
- Spacious yard with tons of running space and peek-a-boo views.
- Perfect for extended families or au-pair with 2 master en-suites (5th bedroom privately located).
Location Benefits:
- Serene country setting yet minutes from schools, commute routes, and downtown Los Altos.
- Steps to Byrne Preserve and Westwind Barn for outdoor recreation.
- Solid neighborhood vibe with a strong sense of community.
- Ideal for family living, entertaining, and backyard summer parties.