San Mateo is the thriving heart of the San Francisco Peninsula, a city of remarkable neighborhood diversity that offers something for virtually every buyer. From the elegant estates of Baywood-Aragon and the tree-lined streets of San Mateo Park to the bay-view tranquility of Shoreview and the eclectic energy of Downtown San Mateo, this city rewards exploration. The walkable downtown along Third Avenue buzzes with acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, and the beloved Central Park — complete with a Japanese garden, tennis courts, and community green spaces. San Mateo Unified School District serves the city's families, and numerous private school options round out an already strong educational landscape. Caltrain makes commuting to San Francisco and Silicon Valley straightforward, while Highways 101 and 92 provide seamless access to the broader Bay Area. Homes range widely — from condos starting around $700K to single-family homes from $1.2M to $4M+ — with premier neighborhoods like Aragon, Baywood Park, and San Mateo Park commanding the highest values. For buyers seeking Peninsula location, neighborhood character, and genuine value, San Mateo consistently delivers.
San Mateo is a dynamic city at the center of the Peninsula, offering a rich mix of suburban comfort and urban amenities. Its charming neighborhoods are complemented by a lively downtown filled with restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities. Families value San Mateo’s highly regarded schools and abundance of parks, while professionals appreciate its central location with easy access to both San Francisco and Silicon Valley. With a wide variety of housing options, from waterfront condos to classic single-family homes, San Mateo real estate provides exceptional lifestyle opportunities and lasting investment value.
140,535 people live in San Mateo, where the median age is 38.6 and the average individual income is $85,039. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around San Mateo, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Oriental Health Center, Woman In Care, and ManCave Memorabilia.
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| Dining | 0.32 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.37 miles | 2 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.47 miles | 68 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.61 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.68 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.48 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.58 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.62 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.68 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.68 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.25 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.33 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.39 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.39 miles | 14 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.39 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.39 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.39 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.4 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.47 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.48 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.48 miles | 20 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.49 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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San Mateo has 53,985 households, with an average household size of 2.5625. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in San Mateo do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 140,535 people call San Mateo home. The population density is 8,320 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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