San Mateo Overview

The 19th Avenue Park neighborhood contains a well-priced inventory of real estate, with homes ranging from $1.1M to $2.6M and condos/townhomes ranging from $460K to $1.3M. This neighborhood is a family-friendly location, with easy access to Highways 92 and 101, and is within proximity of Downtown San Mateo. Schools in the 19th Avenue Park neighborhood include Aragon High School, Borel Middle School, and Sunnybrae Elementary School.

It doesn’t get any better than the lush-green scenery that makes up the Aragon neighborhood. The Aragon neighborhood is recognized for some of the most sought-after real estate in San Mateo, consisting of beautiful single-family homes on large lots. Prices for single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $2.27M to $3.9M. This neighborhood is within walkable proximity to Central Park & the Japanese Garden and Downtown San Mateo. Schools for this neighborhood include Aragon High School, Borell Middle School, and Baywood Elementary School.

Within walking distance of the many amenities in Downtown San Mateo is the elite Bay Wood neighborhood. Offering larger and more upscale living, the prices for single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $2.05M to $5.2M, while condos/townhomes range from $562K to $2.6M. The styles for this neighborhood's real estate inventory consist of Mediterranean, Moorish, and Tudor homes. Among the many assets of the Bay Wood neighborhood, the neighborhood offers commute access to El Camino Real and Highway 92 & 101 & 280. Schools for this neighborhood include Argon High School, Borel Middle School, and Baywood Elementary School.

Notorious for its picture-perfect location, the Baywood Knolls neighborhood offers large homes with contemporary architectural styles. Single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $2.5M to $6.2M. For those who are looking for a convenient commute, the Baywood Knolls neighborhood offers accessibility to Highways 92 & 280 and is within a two-mile radius of Highway 101. Schools for this neighborhood include Aragon High School, Borel Middle School, and Baywood Elementary School. 

Homes in the Baywood Park neighborhood rarely come on the market, due to people’s attraction for the neighborhood's coveted blend of suburban seclusion and urban convenience. Single-family homes for this neighborhood range from $1.6M to $3.23M. Schools for this neighborhood include Aragon High School, Borel Middle School, and Highlands Elementary School. 

Within a community-centered location, the Beresford Manor neighborhood consists of a majority of smaller properties on smaller lots. This neighborhood offers affordable pricing with single-family homes ranging from $1.5M to $4.15M, while condos/townhomes range from $555K to $1.33M. Within walking distance of this neighborhood are the Hillsdale Shopping Center and Beresford Park.

Being a great neighborhood to consider for first-time home buyers, the Bowie Estate neighborhood offers a diverse set of real estate with affordable pricing. Single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $1.03M to $2.2M, while condos/townhomes range from $377K to $1.1M. Bowie Estate offers commuter convenience to Downtown San Mateo. Schools in this neighborhood include San Mateo High School. 

Offering homebuyers a mix of vintage and contemporary single-family homes, condominiums, and apartments, the

Eastern Addition neighborhood is the heart of San Mateo and is also known as Downtown San Mateo. Single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $950K to $3.3M, while condos/townhomes range from $167K to $2.27M. Being one of the most populated neighborhoods in San Mateo, Eastern Addition affords its residents with convenient access to the shopping and dining of Downtown San Mateo and Burlingame Avenue, the Caltrain Station, and Highway 101. Schools in this neighborhood include San Mateo High School.

While there may not be any single-family homes in this neighborhood, the Edgewater Isle neighborhood is one of the newer neighborhoods in San Mateo, consisting strictly of condominiums. These condominiums range from $825K to $1.36M and are offered easy access to convenient shopping, dining, and Highway 92.

As one of San Mateo’s most family-friendly neighborhoods, the Fiesta Gardens neighborhood has it all for those who are looking for a family-oriented community. Single-family homes in this neighborhood have more of a traditional ranch-style design and range from $1.16M to $3.1M, while condos/townhomes range from $1.1M to $2.62M. Within walking distance, the neighborhood offers four of San Mateo’s most prestigious parks: Paddock Park, Bay Meadows Park, Linear Park, and Permission Park. The neighborhood also offers commuter convenience to the San Mateo Caltrain Station and Highway 101. Schools for this neighborhood include Fiesta Gardens International Elementary, a Spanish-English immersion school, Borel Middle School, and Hillsdale High School.

Consisting of newer and older single and double-story properties, the Foothill Terrace neighborhood offers homebuyers with relatively affordable housing with some of the most beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay. Single-family homes in this area range from $2.25M to $3.12M. Schools for this neighborhood include Aragon High School, Borel Middle School, and Baywood Elementary School. 

Most recognized for its tree line features, the Hayward Park neighborhood is conveniently located within walking distance of Downtown San Mateo and has its very own Caltrain Station. Single-family homes in this neighborhood range in design and include Craftsman, Tudor, and Mediterranian styles. These single-family homes range from $1.42M to $3.42M, while condos/townhomes in this area range from $290K to $1.62M. Schools in this neighborhood include Aragon High School, Borel Middle School, and Sunnybrae Elementary School. 

As another one of San Mateo’s most prestigious family-friendly neighborhoods, the Hillsdale neighborhood offers homebuyers with a mid-level price point for San Mateo real estate. Many single-family homes in this neighborhood are situated along covetable cul-de-sacs and range from $1.45M to $3.5M, while condos/townhomes range from $618K to $930K. The Hillsdale neighborhood is within proximity to both Hillsdale’s parks and Hillsdale Shopping Center. 

The Homestead Husing neighborhood offers some of the most affordable housing in San Mateo, loaded with excellent amenities. Single-family homes in this neighborhood carry a diverse range of architectural styles including bungalows, ranch, and craftsman. Single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $1.53M to $3.01M, while condos/townhomes range from $810K to $1.95M. Schools for this neighborhood include Aragon High School, Borel Middle School, and Baywood Elementary School.

If you are a first-time homebuyer looking for affordable properties in San Mateo, then the Lakeshore neighborhood is perfect for you. Consisting mainly of condominium complexes, condos/townhomes range from $535K to $2.0M, while single-family homes range from $1.43M to $2.25M. The Lakeshore neighborhood allows residents to enjoy proximity to the Hillsdale Shopping Center, Lakeshore Park, Caltrain Station, and Highway 101.

Offering access to some of San Mateo’s most popular walking trails, the Laurelwood / Sugarloaf neighborhood is one of San Mateo’s newer neighborhoods, consisting of attached homes in the Sugarloaf subdivision and single-family homes. Prices for single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $1.45M to $4.75M, while condos/townhomes range from $630K to $1.15M.

As another one of San Mateo’s newer neighborhoods, the Lauriedale neighborhood offers homebuyers well-priced single-family homes. Prices for single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $1.8M to $2.82M, while condos/townhomes range from $347K to $880K. If you are looking for a neighborhood that offers commuter convenience, then have no fear because the Lauriedale neighborhood is within proximity to Caltrain.

Properties in the Los Prados neighborhood date back to the 1960s on, but have a lot to offer for homebuyers. Real estate here consists of single-family homes, condominiums, and apartments. Prices for single-family homes are well-priced ranging from $1.32M and $2.05M, while condos/townhomes range from $510K to $1.3M. The Los Prados neighborhood has a lot to offer its residents with some of its amenities including tennis and basketball courts, baseball and soccer fields, and two picnic areas.

The Mariner’s Isle neighborhood is one of San Mateo’s largest neighborhoods that offer both residential and commercial properties in a waterfront location. Homes in their neighborhood rarely come on the market, which is a testament to the neighborhood's serene location. Single-family homes in this area range from $1.33M to $1.95M, while condos/townhomes range from $520K to $1.42M. Amenities for this neighborhood include the Mariners Point Golf Center and Bridgepoint Shopping Center.

The Parkside neighborhood is yet another waterfront neighborhood, which is bordered by Seal Slough. The real estate inventory for this neighborhood is comprised of single-family homes, ranging from $1.2M to $2.8M. Within walking distance is the in demand Parkside Aquatic Park, which is a great place to have a picnic, host family gatherings, or enjoy the beauty of the San Mateo lagoon. Schools for this neighborhood are Bayside STEM Academy and Parkside Elementary School which are also within walking proximity.

Apart from its beautiful location, the Highlands neighborhood has the largest collection of Eichler homes in San Mateo. While there are also traditional homes within the neighborhood, most of them include ample outdoor space. Prices for single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $1.9M to $4.0M. The neighborhood offers commuter convenience with its easy access to Highway 92. Schools in this neighborhood include Highlands Elementary School.

Perfect for those who are in search of a more secluded neighborhood, the San Mateo Knolls neighborhood provides homebuyers with more “bang for their buck.” Being in proximity to urban conveniences, this neighborhood also offers homebuyers with a mix of spacious homes with beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay and single-story homes on smaller lots in well-maintained surroundings. Single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $1.45M to $2.98M.

San Mateo Park fits the standards for one of San Mateo’s more luxurious neighborhoods, offering a diverse range of architectural styles and being more exclusive in San Mateo. The inventory of this neighborhood includes Tudor-, Colonial, Spanish-, and Mediterranean-style homes, often with beautifully landscaped gardens and swimming pools. Prices for single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $2.2M to $8.0M, while condos/townhomes range from $505K to $1.42M. Schools in this neighborhood include Park Elementary, Borel Middle School, and San Mateo High School.

Within the San Mateo Terrace / Beresford neighborhood, residents receive a peaceful experience like no other. Being one of the quiet neighborhoods in San Mateo, this neighborhood offers reasonably priced single-family homes, which range from $1.53M to $3.72M. Schools for this neighborhood include Hillsdale High School.

The San Mateo Village neighborhood is located in between El Camino Real and the Bayshore Freeway, McClellan Avenue, and East 40th Avenue. Attracted by first-time homebuyers, single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $1.05M to $2.77M. 

Located close to Laurelwood and Crystal Springs shopping centers, the San Mateo Woods / Bayridge neighborhoods consist of a majority of townhomes and condominiums in their its estate inventory. These condos/townhomes range from $590K to $1.89M and are within proximity to Highway 92.

The Shoreview neighborhood is perfect for those who are looking to be closer to the San Mateo action. The neighborhood offers a great price point for entry-level homebuyers who are looking for a single-family home. Prices for single-family homes in this neighborhood range from $900K to $2.1M, while condos/townhomes range from $490K to $855K. The neighborhood offers commuter convenience to Highway 101 and is within proximity to the Poplar Creek Golf Course and Coyote Point. Schools in this neighborhood include Parkside Elementary School, North Shoreview Elementary School, and Bayside STEM Academy.

Within proximity of El Camino Real and the Hillsdale Shopping Center, the Westwood Knolls neighborhood offers some of San Mateo’s best views of the San Francisco Bay. Single-family homes in this neighborhood have ranch and mid-century styles, with prices ranging from $1.4M to $3.0M. Schools in this neighborhood include Hillsdale High School, Abbott Middle School, and Laurel Elementary School.