$2,227,358Average Value$1,214Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
Harbor Side is a quiet, custom-built neighborhood on the water
Harbor Side exists as a testament to 20th-century civil engineering. Unlike older Bay Area cities that grew organically over centuries, Foster City was master-planned in the 1960s on artificial fill placed over the marshes of the San Francisco Bay. Harbor Side, located in the center of the city along Central Lake — probably better understood as a wide lagoon — embodies the engineered serenity envisioned by the city’s planners. The neighborhood is defined by its waterfront homes and HOA-maintained subneighborhoods, as well as easy access to major shopping centers and highways.
Types of houses in Harbor Side
The single-family homes and townhouses were mostly built in the 1970s and '80s. “People love Harbor Side because it delivers the lifestyle Foster City promised from the beginning,” says Julie Flouty, an expert Realtor at Compass who specializes in Foster City, San Mateo and the surrounding peninsula communities. “The neighborhood is calm, clean and intentionally designed around the water.” Many homes back up onto the water, particularly in the Whaler’s Island community, which was built to maximize water access. Properties that back up onto the water usually have backyard patios and small docking areas. Waterfront properties in Harbor Side generally sell for similar prices to inland homes. Townhouses in the neighborhood sell for between $1.5 million and $2 million, while detached homes go for $2 million to $3 million. Pretty much every home in the neighborhood belongs to an HOA, with monthly fees ranging from about $250 to over $500.
Parks nearby and other things to do
Harbor Side is defined by its location along the water. “Compared to other areas, it offers a stronger connection to the lagoons and walking paths in town,” says Flouty. The water in the lagoons is circulating bay water, managed by a series of gates and pumps, which allows for a controlled aquatic environment. Farragut Park is the main green space within the neighborhood, with a playground, tennis courts and walking paths. You're also just a few blocks away from the San Francisco Bay Trail, which runs along the Belmont Slough, just west of Harbor Side. This trail offers a path for cyclists and runners, and is part of a 350-mile network of mixed-use trails encircling the bay.
Shopping centers near Harbor Side
Shopping and dining in the area are concentrated in shopping centers around the city and neighboring San Mateo:
Edgewater Place Center, just across the Beach Park Boulevard Bridge, is home to Osaka Marketplace and several highly rated restaurants.
Bridgepointe Shopping Center is a couple of miles northwest and has a Target and several big-box stores.
Hillsdale Shopping Center has both a Trader Joe’s, multiple big-box stores and the local movie theater.
A quiet neighborhood that's still close to commuting corridors
Harbor Side itself has a slower pace than other parts of Foster City. “It feels more intimate and residential,” says Flouty. "The streets are quieter with less through traffic.” The neighborhood is about 2 miles from both state Route 92 and U.S. Route 101. Route 92 and the nearby San Mateo-Hayward Bridge allow for direct commuting to the East Bay, while the 101 connects the area to San Francisco, Palo Alto and San Jose. While all of these cities are within a 30-mile drive, traffic on weekdays can significantly impact drive times, especially to San Francisco. The SamTrans 54 bus runs along Beach Park Boulevard, which passes just north of the neighborhood and connects to the Hillsdale Caltrain Station in San Mateo. While Foster City is famously bike-friendly due to its flat terrain and extensive path system, a car remains a necessity for most residents due to the segmented nature of the peninsula's commercial and residential zones.
The local public schools are very highly rated
The neighborhood is served by top-rated San Mateo-Foster City School District public schools, including Foster City Elementary and Beach Park Elementary schools. Both are half a mile from the neighborhood, making for easy drop-offs. The district also offers school choice.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Harbor Side
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Harbor Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harbor Side, Foster City sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Harbor Side, Foster City over the last 12 months is $1,900,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,850,000
Median Sale Price
$1,900,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,900,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,214
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
557
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1977
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,943
On par with the national average
1,929
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,430
Median Age
48
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$198,499
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$198,856
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
College Graduates
70.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
47.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
