Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $5.3M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $647k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    51%

At a glance

Sharon Height is ranked #6 of 15 neighborhoods in Menlo Park with an overall score of 4.1/5. Its standout factors are curb appeal (4.5/5) and schools (4.3/5, 10th of 15 in Menlo Park), at a median home price of $5.3M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $647,000. The trade-off is nearby merchants (2.2/5), with prices running about 61% above the Menlo Park median.

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Gated Luxury, Panoramic Views, Golf Course Adjacent

Sharon Heights in Menlo Park is where luxury and natural beauty find their perfect balance. If you're looking for an upscale, suburban escape without losing touch with city amenities, this is where you'd want to drop your anchor. When it comes to housing, Sharon Heights raises the bar with its expansive estates, manicured lawns, and high-end architectural styles ranging from Tudor to ultra-modern. The homes often feature lavish gardens and private pools, making it evident that this neighborhood leans toward the luxurious. An undeniable gem of the area is the Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club-a sanctuary for leisure activities and socializing. For those who aren't members, Sharon Park provides a public slice of heaven with its duck pond, walking trails, and picturesque picnic spots. The neighborhood is also a stone's throw away from the Sand Hill Road venture capital hub, connecting residents to the pulse of Silicon Valley's innovation. One point worth considering is the neighborhood's elevation, which offers sweeping views but can make for some challenging climbs. If you're into cycling or jogging, it's both an opportunity and a hurdle to keep in mind. Sharon Heights offers a lifestyle steeped in both luxury and nature. The neighborhood's spacious homes, outdoor amenities, and strategic location near venture capital offices offer a harmonious blend that meets a variety of lifestyle needs. You're not just investing in real estate here; you're investing in a way of life that epitomizes the best of both the natural and the man-made world.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    2.2

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    4

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    4.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.8

Neighborhood Weather

79%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 79% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Sharon Height is the sunniest of Menlo Park's 15 neighborhoods, and it out-suns just over half of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is August, averaging 81° highs, and it gets about 21 inches of rain a year, the wettest in the city.
Average daily high and low temperature
85°70°55°40°JFMAMJJASONDAug 81°
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Rank in Menlo Park
1st of 15
Across the Bay Area
57th percentile
Rain per year
21 in wettest in city
Warmest month
Aug 81° avg high
Summer day
55° → 80°F
Winter day
42° → 60°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Las Lomitas Elementary PrimaryK-3
La Entrada Middle Middle4-8
Menlo-Atherton High High9-12

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

Median Price

Sharon Height FAQs10 answers

Is Sharon Height a good place to live?

Sharon Height ranks 6th of 15 neighborhoods in Menlo Park with an overall Houseberry score of 4.1 out of 5. Its strongest factors are curb appeal (4.5/5) and schools (4.3/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.2/5) and a median home price of $5.3M against the Menlo Park median of $3.29M.

Is Sharon Height safe?

Sharon Height, Menlo Park scores 3.9 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 4th of 15 neighborhoods in Menlo Park.

What do homes in Sharon Height cost?

The median home price in Sharon Height, Menlo Park is $5.3M, compared with $3.29M for Menlo Park as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $647,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Sharon Height rising or falling?

The median home price in Sharon Height, Menlo Park is up about 4.9% over the past 12 months, from $5.05M to $5.3M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Sharon Height?

Schools serving Sharon Height, Menlo Park include Las Lomitas Elementary (4.1/5), La Entrada Middle (4.7/5) and Menlo-Atherton High (4.3/5).

What is the weather like in Sharon Height?

Sharon Height, Menlo Park receives 79% of its possible sunshine, the sunniest of Menlo Park's 15 neighborhoods. Summer days run 55° to 80°F and winter days 42° to 60°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 21 inches a year.

Is Sharon Height walkable to shops and restaurants?

Sharon Height, Menlo Park scores 2.2 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.8 out of 5, 8th of 15 in Menlo Park.

What is Sharon Height known for?

Sharon Height, Menlo Park is associated with Gated Luxury, Panoramic Views and Golf Course Adjacent. Its highest-scoring factors are curb appeal (4.5/5) and schools (4.3/5).

How does Sharon Height compare to other Menlo Park neighborhoods?

Sharon Height ranks 6th of 15 neighborhoods in Menlo Park. It ranks 10th of 15 in Menlo Park for schools (4.3/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.2/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Menlo Park are South of Seminary-Vintage Oaks and Linfield Oaks.

What are the downsides of living in Sharon Height?

Sharon Height, Menlo Park scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.2/5). Its median home price of $5.3M runs about 61% above the Menlo Park median of $3.29M.

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Neighborhood Iamge
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Overall Score : 4.5
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Overall Score : 4.4
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