Sunnybrae

Sunnybrae’s  population is about 3,100 people living in roughly a ½ mile square. The recently remodeled Sunnybrae Elementary School scored over 800 on API statewide, standardized testing program, and is ranked a 5 out of a possible 10 on GreatSchools.net with a Parent Rating of 4 out of a possible 5.

What Kind of Neighborhood is Sunnybrae?

Almost 60% of the existing housing inventory in San Mateo’s Sunnybrae neighborhood was constructed from 1940 to 1959 with virtually no new construction since 1980. Visually Sunnybrae is an older neighborhood with mature foliage and quiet streets.  Sunnybrae homes located nearer Highway 101 experience highway traffic noise to varying degrees.

Where is Sunnybrae?

Sunnybrae is located on the West Side of Highway 101 between 9th Ave to the North, Hadden Drive to the South and S Railroad Ave to the West.

What Types of Homes are in Sunnybrae?

Typical lots are 4,500 square feet to 5,500 square feet with an upper limit of value approximately $700,000 within the Sunnybrae neighborhood.  Most homes are of the 2 and 3 bedroom variety between 1,000sf and 1,300sf with 1 car garages and a handful of 4 bedroom, 1,500sf plus homes with 2 car garages.

How Much Can I Expect to Pay for a Sunnybrae Home?

Most Sunnybrae homes run between $450,000 – $650,000.

Recreation and Parks in Sunnybrae

Sunnybrae has one park located within the neighborhood, Sunnybrae Park. It is located at the corner of Sunnybrae Blvd and Folkstone Ave. There is a fairly large playground for children with picnic tables and a grassy area. Perfect for Sunnybrae residents who want to walk or bike to the park.

Sunnybrae Schools

Children who live in Sunnybrae will likely go to the following schools:

• Elementary: Sunnybrae Elementary School
  
• Middle: Borel Middle School
  
• High School: Hillsdale High School
  

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

Transportation to/from Sunnybrae

Sunnybrae is conveniently located less than 0.5 miles from the Hayward Park CalTrain station and has easy access to both Highway 92 and Highway 101.

How Walkable is Sunnybrae?

Although Sunnybrae is a fairly close to Downtown San Mateo, it still is not considered a walkable neighborhood. However, it is still in close proximity to shopping, restaurants, Trader Joe’s, Kmart and Ross. If you would prefer a more walkable neighborhood, we’d suggest Hayward Park, which is closer to Downtown San Mateo, but still retains a neighborhood feel.

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Interested in Sunnybrae?

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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.