Atherton is a small town located between San Francisco and San Jose, and it is considered one of the wealthiest towns in America. The mansions in Atherton are so massive and luxurious that they almost look fake, and they usually have an average price of about $6 million.
With a staggering average household income of $450,000, Atherton has become home to some of the richest entrepreneurs in the world, including Sheryl Sandberg, Eric Schmidt, and Meg Whitman. And celebrities like Shirley Temple and Fleetwood Mac’s Lindsey Buckingham are also residents. OK, we’re sold, when can we move?
Orono, Minnesota
Located on the north shore of Lake Minnetonka, Orono is one of Minnesota's best-kept secrets. With a high average household income of nearly $270,000, the houses in this town are nothing short of impressive.
Even though the median home value is around $800,000, you can probably find a small apartment for something far more affordable. Although, it has to be said that the majestic houses and their lush yards are a huge part of what makes Orono so special.
Alamo, California
A suburb of the San Francisco Bay Area, Alamo is a town in Country Costa County, California. Since it is situated at the north end of the San Ramon Valley, between two Coast Ranges, the natural landscapes in Alamo are one of a kind. It has lush green forests, small cascades, countless parks, and more.
It is also known as a great school district, with a big focus on sports. Brandon Belt and Stephen Curry are just two in a long list of famous residents, and considering the median home value is $2.1 million, we understand why they're the only people who can afford to call Alamo home.
Palos Verdes Estates, California
Located in the Palos Verdes Peninsula, the city of Palos Verdes Estates is part of Los Angeles County in California. And, of course, being on a peninsula means it has some of the state's most stunning coastal views.
Palos Verdes Estates was planned by famous American architect, Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. Every structure, material, and style used was reviewed by an art jury before being constructed, back in the mid-1930s. The city has great schools, and beautiful family mansions, which usually start at $1.7 million.
Lake Forest, Illinois
Illinois is a beautiful state, and Lake Forest is one of its most stunning little towns. And a very wealthy one at that. Not only does this town offer unbelievable views of Lake Michigan, and a short commute to Chicago, but it also has some of the most amazing houses in the country.
However, if you want to become a permanent, sun-soaking resident of Lake Forest, you better have some serious money saved up. For a six-bedroom house, you'd pay around $12 million, and if you're looking for some more spacious, say, with two more bedrooms, you're looking at $15 million minimum.