Baywood Knolls

The consistently simple, straight-forward architecture date mostly from early 1940s to early 1950s achieves a somewhat formal appearance enhanced by old fashioned street lights. 

Where is Baywood Knolls?

Baywood Knolls is a small, relatively affluent hillside neighborhood west of Alameda de las Pulgas and south of Crystal Springs.

Baywood Knolls San Mateo boundary map

Baywood Knolls, Not to Be Confused with Baywood

Now don’t confuse the Baywood Knolls with its neighbor Baywood, although some people speculate that the original developers deliberately promoted this confusion. Except for the Knolls area north of Parrott Drive which is somewhat comparable to Baywood, the Knolls for the most part is generally a step down in price, quality and ambiance.

How are Baywood Knolls Schools?

The superior, highly regarded Baywood Elementary School (K-8) offers a Palo Alto/Menlo Park elementary education in a much more modestly priced neighborhood.

  • Elementary School: Baywood Elementary (10/10 on GreatSchools.net)
  • Middle School: Borel Middle School (8/10 on GreatSchools.net)
  • High School: Aragon High School (8/10 on GreatSchools.net)

School boundaries can change at any time. Please check with the school district to confirm current boundaries.

What Types of Homes Can I Expect in Baywood Knolls?

While lots are generally small in the 5000 – 7000 sq.ft range, the homes are unusually generous often over 2000 sq. ft. Most homes have 3-4 bedrooms and 2-3 bathrooms.

What Can I Expect to Pay for a Home in Baywood Knolls?

Most homes in the Baywood Knolls neighborhood of San Mateo generally run between $900,000 and $1,200,000.

Schools and Prices Make Baywood Knolls Worth a Second Look

Superior educational opportunities at affordable prices are available in Baywood Knolls and worth a look.

How Walkable is Baywood Knolls?

Baywood Knolls is not a very walkable neighborhood, but does have shopping and recreation nearby – just not in walking distance. Because public transportation is not close by, a car would be required for Baywood Knolls home owners.


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Raymond Stoklosa, Chela Stoklosa and Rebecca Williamson are Realtors with The RayChel Realty Group specializing in Santa Clara and San Mateo Real Estate.