About Downtown San Mateo: Homes for Sale

Downtown San Mateo offers everything small start-ups need. It’s a bike friendly community, convenient to all points of the Bay, and the train station is within walking distance. We are never more than a block away from a delicious bite to eat.

San Mateo has one of the larger, well developed, more prominent suburban downtowns in the San Francisco Bay Area. The downtown core contains over 800 shops and restaurants, many of them in historic buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Any start-up should consider Downtown San Mateo. The Caltrain station is situated downtown. The downtown also contains many large and small multi-story office buildings, apartments, government buildings and Mills Medical Center, making the area a busy employment center day and night.

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Some Real Estate Listings in Downtown San Mateo

$1,329,000 - 3Br/3Ba - for Sale in San Mateo

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$1,329,000

122 Tilton Ave San Mateo, CA 94401

$1,329,000

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,239 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81979361

Property Type Townhouse

Price Type --

Enjoy the vibrant downtown of San Mateo just a few blocks away in this sunlit stand alone townhome built in 2017. Sweeping high ceilings, an open-concept floor plan, with private patio make this lovely turn-key home spacious and stunning! Numerous upgrades include hardwood floors, central A/C, stainless steels appliances, upgraded kitchen, and inside laundry. Luxurious master en-suite with large walk-in closet. Small secure community with two underground parking spots. Walking distance to downtown San Mateo retail, restaurants, entertainment, and Caltrain. This is the perfect distance for easy commuting to SF or Silicon Valley.

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$248,888

1 Baldwin Ave 721 San Mateo, CA 94401

$248,888

1 Bed

1 Bath

800 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81975762

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Beautiful retirement community with first class amenities. This 1 bedroom 1 bath unit is light filled with an open dining/living room combination. Updated white kitchen cabinetry, tile backsplash and stain steel appliances highlight this move-in ready unit. The bathroom offers a walk-in shower stall as well as a shower over tub combination. Ample closet space and stackable washer/dryer round out this unit. Convenience to downtown San Mateo, dining, theatre, and anything else you might need. Our community offers many benefits for our members which include 2 restaurants, in-house fitness classes, an indoor swimming pool, off site activities and scheduled transportation.

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$878,888

58 N El Camino Real 319 San Mateo, CA 94401

$878,888

1 Bed

1.5 Baths

1,175 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81975812

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Executive Top Floor, downtown San Mateo condominium that has it all! Entrance opens to the living room with carpeting, recessed lighting & sliding door to private balcony. Updated kitchen with granite counter tops. Located off the kitchen & living room, sits a spacious dining room. A master bedroom suite, with customized closet organization system. Large office/den area with half bath. Additional features: in unit laundry, separate storage room and gated underground parking. Community features common area, community pool and club house.

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$998,000 - 2Br/2Ba - for Sale in San Mateo

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$998,000

320 Elm St 108 San Mateo, CA 94401

$998,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,446 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81960346

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Welcome to 320 Elm Street, a beautifully maintained single story residence nestled in the heart of San Mateo. This delightful condo features 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 modern bathrooms, making it perfect for families or those seeking extra space. The inviting living room boasts abundant natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that faces onto a courtyard. The updated kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, and sleek cabinetry. Enjoy meals in the adjoining dining area or step outside to the lovely rear patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in the sun. Additional highlights include: High ceilings, Hardwood floors throughout, fireplace, 2 deeded parking spaces in a secured garage, 2 separate storage areas, elevators, exercise room, game room, and community room. The property is walking distance from downtown San Mateo and Burlingame. Conveniently located near local parks, schools, shopping, dining, and minutes from major highways offering the ideal blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Dont miss the opportunity to make this charming condo your own!

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$218,000

1 Baldwin Ave 1014 San Mateo, CA 94401

$218,000

1 Bed

1 Bath

968 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81974933

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Beautiful retirement community with first class amenities. This southwest facing unit is a 'C' model unit with 1 bedroom 1 bath den combination. Tile floors in the foyer, kitchen and bath, updated white cabinets in the kitchen and updated white vanity in the bathroom. The bath offers a walk in tub and stall shower. Stackable washer/dryer in unit and ample closet space. Convenience to downtown San Mateo, dining, theatre, and anything else you might need. Our community offers many benefits for our members which include 2 restaurants, in house fitness classes, an indoor swimming pool, off site activities and scheduled transportation.

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$879,000

239 Elm St 6 San Mateo, CA 94401

$879,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,040 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81974584

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

You know what they say... Location, Location, Location... Welcome to 239 Elm Street - a perfect example of why where you live matters! Situated within moments of both downtown Burlingame and downtown San Mateo, the Elm Street condo offers the contemporary lifestyle, the square footage and the convenience that is so desirable and popular today. With a long list of fresh - modern amenities, *HOA that will allow for inside laundry to be installed (call listing agent for info), 1,040 square feet of living space and a number of quality upgrades, this is one condo you will not want to miss! Highlights include; an open beautifully remodeled kitchen, two gorgeous updated bathrooms, a wood-burning fireplace, large spacious rooms and a private sheltered deck. Add security parking, a top-floor corner location, a wonderful neighborhood and reasonable HOA fees and the picture is complete. If you've been seeking that Just Right vibe - make sure to check out 239 Elm!

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$875,000

320 Elm St 210 San Mateo, CA 94401

$875,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,446 SqFt

Status Contingent

MLS # ML81974034

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Welcome to this well-kept condo in a prime location, offering a spacious and comfortable living experience. This large unit boasts an array of amenities to enhance your lifestyle, including , sparkling pool, rejuvenating spa, hot- tub, exercise room, fun-filled game room , and relaxing sonar, 2 deeded parking, 2 large storage, laundry in each floor covered by HOA, Elevator , secure entrance and much more. Other amities include, 2 large bedrooms, Hight ceilings, living and dinning room with cozy fireplace, spacious balcony, breakfast nook, and formal entry. Don't miss this opportunity to live in a community that provides everything you need for relaxation and convenance. Close to down town San Mateo ,

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$219,000

1 Baldwin Ave 221 San Mateo, CA 94401

$219,000

1 Bed

1 Bath

813 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81972974

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Beautiful retirement community with first class amenities. This is an 'A' model unit with 1 bedroom 1 bath combination. This unit offers a step in shower stall and bath tub, stackable washer/dryer in unit and ample closet space. Convenience to downtown San Mateo, dining, theatre, and anything else you might need. Our community offers many benefits for our members which include 2 restaurants, in house fitness classes, an indoor swimming pool, off site activities and scheduled transportation.

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$205,000

1 Baldwin Ave 402 San Mateo, CA 94401

$205,000

1 Bed

1 Bath

930 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81969947

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Luxury retirement living community for 60 and over. Monthly fee includes meals, activities, health and wellness, fitness gym, community pool and condo housekeeping and maintenance of appliances. 1 bedroom with a den and a bathroom

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$695,000

1 Baldwin Ave 323 San Mateo, CA 94401

$695,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,429 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81969703

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Beautiful retirement community with first class amenities. This unit is an 'H' model unit with 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 1,429 SQ FT of living space with plantation shutters on all the windows. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and tile flooring. Ample closet space in both the primary suite and the second bedroom for storage. Convenience to downtown San Mateo, dining, theatre, and anything else you might need. Our community offers many benefits for our members which include 2 restaurants, in house fitness center and group fitness classes, an indoor swimming pool, off site activities and scheduled transportation.

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$329,000

1 Baldwin Ave 1008 San Mateo, CA 94401

$329,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,140 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81966774

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

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$209,000

1 Baldwin Ave 506 San Mateo, CA 94401

$209,000

1 Bed

1 Bath

930 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # ML81961212

Property Type Condominium

Price Type --

Beautiful 60+ retirement community with first class amenities. This 'C' unit model is approximately 930 SQ FT of living space with a bonus den space. Hardwood floors greet you in the foyer and flows through the living/dining area. Updated tile flooring in bath and kitchen. Kitchen has updated stainless steel appliances and white cabinetry. The bathroom offers a walk in shower stall and bath tub, stackable washer/dryer in unit, ample closet space and a beautiful view of downtown San Mateo. Our Independent Living Community is located near the heart of San Mateo's downtown area, with conveniences to restaurants, shopping and anything else you might need. Our community offers many benefits for our members which include 2 restaurants, in house fitness classes, an indoor swimming pool, off site activities and scheduled transportation.

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