Google, Facebook and Stanford?these are three reasons why Atherton, California continue to top Forbes’ list of most expensive California zip codes. While Southern California has pockets of extreme wealth, Northern California continues to dominate when it comes to wealthy zip codes.Forbes reported that the median home price in 94027 ? the most expensive ZIP code for […]The post That Atherton Life, Living In California’s Priciest Zip Code appeared first on Pursuitist.

Google, Facebook and Stanford?these are three reasons why Atherton, California continue to top Forbes’ list of most expensive California zip codes. While Southern California has pockets of extreme wealth, Northern California continues to dominate when it comes to wealthy zip codes.Forbes reported that the median home price in 94027 ? the most expensive ZIP code for three years running ? was $10.6 million over last summer.  Atherton is home to a wide variety of tech A-listers as well as other professionals.What is Atherton’s allure" Privacy, community, and a tolerable commute all play a role. The area is completely residential with no condos and  homes are on large lots. It also has well-regarded private schools and a world-class golf course.Many of tech’s elite live in West Atherton, where this home on two flat acres is situated.The estate was custom built in 1997 and features a beautiful double-height grand foyer with a striking stained glass door that features a mag...