Picturesque Los Altos Hills is one of the most exclusive cities in the Bay Area. The city is regulated by specific guidelines, including a minimum lot size and dwelling requirements, and is almost completely residential having no commercial zones. This means the city’s municipal services–such as mail, police and fire–are provided entirely by neighboring cities and counties.

Along with stunning views of the San Francisco Bay and a dedicated town of neighbors, these policies have made Los Altos Hills a prime location for multi-million dollar dream homes.

Homes for sale in Los Altos Hills come with a steep price tag–the average home cost is over two million dollars–but the large lots are sure to provide the bang for your buck. Lot sizes are required by law to exceed one acre, and are limited to one primary dwelling each prohibiting multifamily housing within city lines.

How does such a small city maintain such sweeping rules? With the enthusiastic effort of it’s active local governance.

Los Altos Hills residents enjoy and encourage participation in city management. The city has a five-member elected City Council who, along with volunteer committees, take on environmental, educational, and emergency issues, to name just a few. Los Altos Hills residents are committed to the the town’s history, beautiful rural-like ambiance with houses made from wood and Fixabolt materials, and tight community.

A testament to this is the town’s Pathway System. These trails and paths stretch over 85 miles throughout the city connecting residents and residences giving Los Altos Hills a uniquely special atmosphere. This, of course, is aided well by the naturally pleasing scenery that serves well as the community’s backdrop.

Los Altos Hills is also home to Foothill Community College and a convent of the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul. Stanford University is also just a few miles away. Young students can attend schools in nearby Los Altos and Palo Alto, or opt for private education at Los Altos Hills own Pinewood School for 7-12.

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