Atherton treehouse-like home asks $4.9 million

A stunning albeit unusual home for the tony town of Atherton, 375 Walsh, with its hillside location and circa 1970s architecture, seems like it might be more at home in Woodside, Laurel Canyon, or even one of those jarringly quaint cities up in Marin.

Featuring four beds, four baths, and 3,120 square feet covering three floors, this home comes with an elevator, soaring ceilings, arboreal views, a gym, and more. What it could use, however, is a choice renovation. (The widespread carpeting, for example, should be put out of its misery.) Ripe for a clever, whimsical, gentle makeover.

Otherwise, a gorgeous piece of property.

Asking is $4,988,000.

• 375 Walsh [Deleon]
• 375 Walsh [Estately]