San Mateo Park

San Mateo Park is in the minds of many the jewel among the city of San Mateo’s neighborhoods.  Comparable in many respects to Palo Alto’s Crescent Park – except the price – this is a neighborhood of undeniable affluence and prestige.

Where is San Mateo Park?

San Mateo Park is bordered by El Camino Real to the East, Barroilhet Ave to the North, W Poplar Ave to the South and Hillsborough Blvd to the West.

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What’s San Mateo Park Like?

On generally larger lots, there is an abundance of classic architecture from Revival styles of ‘20s and ‘30s – Tudor, Spanish and Colonial – even a gaggle of impressive Craftsman homes built around 1900. The oldest area, and also the most formal part, lies closest to El Camino Real.  Moving up the hill west bound, San Mateo Park changes a bit, but without a decline in ambiance.

What Type of Homes Can I Expect?

Many of the San Mateo Park homes have 4-5 bedrooms with 3-4 bathrooms. Homes are generally anywhere between 2,500 and 3,500 sq ft and are situated on nearly ¼ acre lots.

How Much Can I Expect to Pay on a San Mateo Park Home?

San Mateo Park homes sell for between $1,200,000 and $2,500,000 with a handful of homes selling for slightly more or slightly less.

Schools Near San Mateo Park

Children who live in San Mateo Park Park will likely attend the following schools:

• Park Elementary School (rated 4/10 on GreatSchools.net)
  
• Borel Middle School (rated 8/10 on GreatSchools.net)
  
• San Mateo High School (rated 7/10 on GreatSchools.net)
  

School boundaries are subject to change at any time. Please confirm boundaries and availability with the school district directly.

San Mateo Park Takes First Prize Among San Mateo Neighborhoods

Ranch homes and bungalows built later in the century with smaller lots on curved, quiet streets with islands of tress replace the classic styles nearer downtown.  The homes built on irregularly shaped lots and winding streets however are anything but “cookie cutter”.  When style and grace are measured, San Mateo Park takes first prize.

San Mateo Park at Christmas

What’s it like to live in San Mateo Park at Christmas time? Check out Best San Mateo Neighborhoods to Tour at Christmas for a route map. Watch the video below to check out the decor!

How Walkable is San Mateo Park?

San Mateo Park is located halfway between Downtown Burlingame and Downtown San Mateo. Though not conveniently walkable to either Downtown, it is a quick drive. Shopping and restaurants are less than a mile away as well. WalkScore calls San Mateo Park Somewhat Walkable and I’d have to say they are spot on!

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Interested in San Mateo Park?

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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.