Is Emerald Lake Hills / Emerald Hills a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Redwood City, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
24 Registered Offenders Nearby
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible collision between a black Ford Explorer and a black Ford truck near Woodside Road and Portola Road. Paramedics are being sent, and any injuries are unknown. | Woodside Rd & Portola Rd, Woodside, CA 94062 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a reported traffic collision at Woodside Road and Portola Road involving a black SUV and a black pickup truck, with injuries unknown and the crash apparently reported by a passerby. | Woodside Rd & Portola Rd, Woodside, CA 94062 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an infant locked inside a vehicle near Stuart Ave and Green Valley Road. | Valley Rd, Atherton, CA 94027 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call for an 81-year-old male who fell in the driveway near Duggan Road. Fire medics are en route. | Duggan Ct, Redwood City, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency involving an 82-year-old female with hypertension is reported near Fletcher Drive. Responders are looking for the patient who may be in a silver Ford Fusion vehicle near the scene, possibly at apartment (number withheld). | Fletcher Dr, Atherton, CA 94027 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was requested near Jefferson Avenue for an intoxicated woman who reportedly expressed suicidal thoughts. The caller reported the woman was rambling about money owed to her children. A white Ford Focus and a German Shepherd were noted at the location. | Jefferson Ave, Woodside, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS unit inbound to hospital with a 69-year-old male experiencing severe non-traumatic back pain. Patient refused IV and pain medication. Vital signs reported. ETA 7 to 10 minutes. | Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 60-year-old woman in Redwood City is transported to Sequoia Hospital for chronic multiple sclerosis related leg pain and requests Toradol prescription. Vital signs are stable. | Alameda de las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a parking complaint about a construction vehicle reportedly double-parked in a fire lane near San Juan Avenue in Menlo Park. Only one caller reported the issue and no prior related calls were noted. A request for a fire unit was made, but none was available. | San Juan Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 25 was dispatched with priority 31 to a medical emergency near Runnymede Road at the intersection of Ramondale and Kinada in Woodside. | Runnymede Rd, Woodside, CA 94062 | Medical Emergency |
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Overview
Emerald Lake Hills is a suburban neighborhood in Redwood City, California, known for its dominant single-family homes and affluent residents.
The median home price is $2,774,990, ranking it among the most expensive neighborhoods in California and the U.S.
Quick Facts
| Suburban Neighborhood | Based on population density |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 3.8% |
Housing market and real estate character
Emerald Lake Hills features mostly medium to large single-family homes and townhomes, with a very high owner occupancy rate.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Predominantly detached single-family homes and townhomes |
| Housing Age | Built mostly between 1970 and 1999, some from 1940 to 1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Emerald Lake Hills attracts urban sophisticates, executives, active retirees, and families, with a notably high work-from-home population.
| Work From Home Rate | 37.5% |
|---|---|
| Married Couples Concentration | Higher than 96.3% of US neighborhoods |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Advanced Degree Holders | 41.7% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Professional Employment | 75.9% |
| Income Rank | Top 0.6% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Foreign Born | 16.3% |
| Top Languages | ["English (85.5%)","Spanish","Languages of India","Polish","Russian (1.4%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["English (12.4%)","German (12.2%)","Italian (12.2%)","Asian (10.3%)","Irish (10.0%)","Swedish (5.5%)","Iranian (1.3%)"] |
Commute
Many residents work from home, with most others having moderate commute times and driving alone.
Emerald Lake Hills offers a high work-from-home rate and moderate commute times, reflecting its suburban and affluent character.
| Work From Home Rate | 37.5% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (46.6%) |
| Drive Alone Rate | 54.2% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Emerald Lake Hills?
The median home price is $2,774,990, more expensive than 96.3% of California neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common in Emerald Lake Hills?
The neighborhood is dominated by detached single-family homes and townhomes.
How common is working from home in Emerald Lake Hills?
37.5% of residents work from home, higher than 98.4% of US neighborhoods.