$2,198,000

809 E 5th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94402

  • 3 beds |
  • 4 baths |
  • 1,920 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1907
  • Property Lot Size Icon5,645sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $1,145/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 3 days ago

Property Description

This exceptional home is truly one of a kind! Nestled on a charming tree-lined street, it's just a short walk to vibrant downtown San Mateo, known for its excellent restaurants, shopping & nearby Central Park. Blending timeless character with modern comfort, the home offers a spacious & highly versatile floor plan with multiple living areas. The main level welcomes you through a striking carousel-shaped entry that opens to a bright & inviting living room, a formal dining room, office, full bathroom, and laundry room. The open kitchen flows seamlessly to the beautifully landscaped backyard. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms, an additional full bathroom & a cozy bonus room currently used as a nursery. The lower level features an expansive bonus space with a full bathroom, dining area & a kitchenette (without stove). This flexible area is ideal for guests, a family or media room, or potential rental use. Outside, the property offers beautifully landscaped front & back yards, along with a long, gated, driveway leading to a large detached two-car garage. Above the garage is a charming, light-filled one-bedroom in-law unit, adding even more flexibility to this remarkable property. With its unique character, generous space and prime location, this special home is not to be missed.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
March 12, 2026
Data Last Updated:
March 15, 2026 at 7:19AM
Listing Office:
Intero Real Estate Services : (650) 589-1000
Listing Agent:
Kathy Wall : 415-608-4168
MLS ID:
ML82038316
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • A/C: None
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplace
  • Parking: Parking spaces: 2
  • Roofing: Composition
  • General: 3
  • Originating MLS: CRMLS_MLSL
  • School District: Other
  • County: San Mateo
  • Zoning: RM0000033166050
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: CRMLS_MLSL

This listing courtesy of Kathy Wall , Intero Real Estate Services

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Location

Schools Nearby

S

Sunnybrae Elementary School

1031 S Delaware St, San Mateo, CA, 94402

Grades KG-5

0.44 miles away

N

North Shoreview Montessori

1301 Cypress Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94401

Grades KG-8

0.56 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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