Why We Chose This Los Altos Hills “Hidden Gem”

I recently helped a long-time client close on a stunning 5,000 sq. ft. home on a flat 1-acre lot in Los Altos Hills — a major upgrade at an excellent price.

It was another transaction shaped by thoughtful planning, smart market timing, and a clear understanding of what truly matters for a growing family. From structuring the timeline → home search → offer strategy → pre-move renovations, my team and I managed every step so the clients could simply enjoy the excitement of their next chapter.

Why This Los Altos Hills Home Was “The One”

🛣 A coveted LAH address — without the isolation

The home sits in one of the Bay Area’s most desirable neighborhoods, yet isn’t deep in the hills — meaning LAH privacy without LAH remoteness. With quick access to Foothill Expressway, 280, and major freeways, it offers the best of both.

🌳 A flat lot that offers real flexibility

Much of Los Altos Hills is sloped. Beautiful, yes — but not always practical. This property offers a full acre of flat, usable land, giving the family flexibility to plan future expansions, gardens, play areas, or even an ADU.

📐 A spacious home on a generous lot

5,000 sq. ft. is already substantial, but pairing it with a 1-acre lot gives the home instant functionality and long-term potential.

🎓 Top-tier school combination

This home falls under Covington Elementary + Los Altos High, one of the strongest pairings in the district — even by Los Altos standards.

In LAH, finding a flat lot + convenient location + large land + top schools in a single home is exceptionally rare. That’s what made this one stand out immediately.

💰 The Price: Listed at $8.2M → Closed at $7.35M

The property came to market at $8.2M. After analyzing the market and positioning our offer strategically, we secured it for $7.35M — a result that aligned perfectly with my pricing judgment and negotiation plan.

This price point made the entire upgrade journey significantly smoother for the family.

🌟 What We Managed Throughout the Journey

This upgrade wasn’t just about finding a house. It was about guiding the family through a full transition:

• Clear strategy and timeline planning

• Careful property evaluation + negotiation

• Full support through searching, offering, and closing

• Coordinating renovation planning and pre-move improvements

• End-to-end management for a stress-free experience

Over the years, many of my clients have become clients for life. and they know my approach: If I take on a project, I stay involved from the very first conversation to the moment the family moves in. Every detail matters, and this time was no different — together, we made all the right moves.

Thinking About Upgrading Your Home?

If you’re planning a move or wondering what your own upgrade path could look like, feel free to reach out. 

Always happy to help you map out the next step.

Written by Yvonne Yang, Top Bay Area Realtor®.