San Mateo Homes for Sale
115 Homes for sale in San Mateo
$2,988,000
555 Laurel Avenue #122
San Mateo, CA 94401
$1,398,000
1625 Cottage Grove Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
$735,000
4238 George Avenue #1
San Mateo, CA 94403
$900,000
153 N San Mateo Drive #304
San Mateo, CA 94401
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San Mateo Neighborhood Guide
San Mateo is the Peninsula's most well-rounded city — large enough to offer diverse neighborhoods and amenities, centrally located between SF and Silicon Valley, and home to a mix of housing types that gives buyers real options across the price spectrum. Whether you want a downtown condo near Caltrain or a hillside home with bay views, San Mateo has it.
Why Buyers Love San Mateo
- Central Peninsula location — Equidistant between San Francisco and Palo Alto, with Caltrain and highway access in both directions.
- Neighborhood variety — From the walkable downtown to hillside estates in the Highlands to waterfront living near the Marina Lagoon, San Mateo offers genuine lifestyle diversity.
- Strong schools — Multiple high-performing schools including Aragon High School (8/10) and several top-rated elementary options.
- Downtown vibrancy — A walkable downtown with restaurants, shops, and entertainment centered on B Street and 3rd Avenue.
Neighborhoods at a Glance
San Mateo Park
Grand homes on tree-lined streets, one of the Peninsula's most prestigious neighborhoods. Near downtown. Median $2.5M+.
Baywood
Hillside homes with bay views, larger lots, and proximity to top-rated Baywood Elementary. Median ~$2.2M.
Highlands
The highest elevations in San Mateo with sweeping views and a secluded feel. Mid-century and newer homes. Median ~$2M.
Downtown
Walkable living near B Street restaurants, Caltrain, and Central Park. Condos and older homes. Condos from $700K.
Hillsdale
Central neighborhood near Hillsdale Shopping Center. Mix of housing types and price points. Median ~$1.6M.
North San Mateo / Hayward Park
More affordable, near BART-adjacent Hayward Park Caltrain. Median ~$1.4M.
Marina Lagoon
Unique waterfront community with homes on the lagoon. Kayak from your backyard. Median ~$1.7M.
Local Amenities
Shopping
Hillsdale Shopping Center (recently renovated, open-air), downtown boutiques, Bridgepointe (nearby Foster City)
Dining
Downtown B Street and 3rd Avenue restaurants, diverse cuisines on El Camino Real, Central Park dining
Parks
Central Park (Japanese Tea Garden, community center), Coyote Point Recreation Area (bayfront with views), Laurelwood Park (hiking)
Recreation
Bay Meadows walking trails, Coyote Point kayaking and windsurfing, community pools and sports leagues
Culture
San Mateo County History Museum, CuriOdyssey science museum at Coyote Point
Commute Times
| Destination | Drive | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco (Downtown) | 20-30 min | 25 min (Caltrain) |
| Palo Alto | 15-25 min | 18 min (Caltrain) |
| SFO Airport | 10-15 min | 15 min |
| Mountain View | 20-30 min | 25 min (Caltrain) |
| Foster City | 5-10 min | 10 min |
San Mateo's dual Caltrain stations (San Mateo and Hayward Park) plus proximity to BART in Millbrae and San Bruno make it one of the best-connected Peninsula cities.
Commute times are estimates and may vary based on traffic, time of day, and route. Data is for informational purposes only.