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Hillsdale

Hillsdale

Neighborhood in San Mateo, California

San Mateo County 94403
$1,733,706 Average Value
$275 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Hillsdale is The Heart of the Peninsula

The West Bay Area neighborhood of Hillsdale was promoted as “The Heart of the Peninsula” when its namesake shopping mall opened in the 1950s. But access to shopping isn’t the only thing this San Mateo community offers its residents; it also provides serene suburban living, with many housing options, less than 30 miles from San Francisco.
The West Bay Area neighborhood of Hillsdale was promoted as “The Heart of the Peninsula”
The West Bay Area neighborhood of Hillsdale was promoted as “The Heart of the Peninsula”
Hillsdale neighborhood provides serene suburban living, with many housing options.
Hillsdale neighborhood provides serene suburban living, with many housing options.
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Condos in Bay Meadows, single family homes nearby

In the neighborhood’s northern section sits Bay Meadows, a new live-work development built to take advantage of the nearby Caltrain station that shuttles commuters to and from San Francisco and San Jose. The southern section of Hillsdale consists of a grid of residential streets lined with single-family homes. Architectural styles include ranch and Craftsman, with stucco facades and barrel tile roofs. They sit close on narrow lots, with small front lawns landscaped with grass and shrubbery. The streets are dotted with mature trees and are lined with sidewalks, giving residents room to navigate the neighborhood on foot. Prices range from $1.1 million for 1,100 square feet to $3 million for 3,000 square feet. Condos and townhouses are also available, most concentrated in Bay Meadows, ranging from $600,000 for 600 square feet to $2 million for 2,500 square feet.
Nestled condominiums embrace the serene landscape with timeless elegance.
Nestled condominiums embrace the serene landscape with timeless elegance.
The streets are dotted with mature trees and lined with sidewalks.
The streets are dotted with mature trees and lined with sidewalks.
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George Hall Elementary teaches neighborhood's younger residents

Hillsdale’s younger residents may start their education at George Hall Elementary School and then continue to Abbott Middle School and Hillsdale High School. George Hall Elementary has a B-plus rating on Niche; Abbot Middle has a B, and Hillsdale High has an A-plus. Hillsdale High serves about 1,600 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 18-to-1. It offers multiple clubs and organizations, including Chess Club, Math Club, and Dance Club. Families considering private schools for their kids can choose from Montessori, faith-based and preparatory academies in the area.
George Hall Elementary School in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
George Hall Elementary School in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
The central campus of George Hall Elementary in San Mateo, CA.
The central campus of George Hall Elementary in San Mateo, CA.
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Fresh air at Laurie Meadows Park and Casanova Park

Among the parks in Hillsdale, one of the largest is Bay Meadows Park, a sprawling 12-acre green space offering many amenities. There are two picnic areas, where locals celebrate birthdays and baby showers together or enjoy a meal outside, a pond to relax by and a paved path that circles the park, where residents jog and walk their dogs. Farther south, Laurie Meadows Park and Casanova Park, which sit side-by-side, separated by a pedestrian/bicycle bridge over Laurel Creek, offer open fields and playgrounds where kids can burn off energy after school.
Casanova Park in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
Casanova Park in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
The Laurie Meadows Park sign in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
The Laurie Meadows Park sign in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
Children rollerblading at Laurie Meadows Park in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
Children rollerblading at Laurie Meadows Park in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
Laurie Meadows Park and Casanova Park, adjacent with a bridge over Laurel Creek.
Laurie Meadows Park and Casanova Park, adjacent with a bridge over Laurel Creek.
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Residents dine at Fieldwork Brewing Company

Residents pick up groceries at Whole Foods off Park Place or Trader Joe’s off West Hillsdale Boulevard. Near West Hillsdale Boulevard is Hillsdale Shopping Center, a large indoor mall offering popular retailers like Nordstrom, Macy’s, and Apple. For dining out, residents have many options inside and just outside the neighborhood. They enjoy craft beers and Detroit-style pizza off South Delaware Street at Fieldwork Brewing Company, and a few miles north of the neighborhood, they enjoy authentic Italian dishes at Pausa Bar & Cookery and nigiri at Sushi Yoshizumi.
Enjoy craft beers and Detroit-style pizza at Fieldwork Brewing Company.
Enjoy craft beers and Detroit-style pizza at Fieldwork Brewing Company.
Hillsdale residents pick up groceries at Whole Foods.
Hillsdale residents pick up groceries at Whole Foods.
Trader Joe's tantalizing treats transport taste buds to new heights of culinary delight.
Trader Joe's tantalizing treats transport taste buds to new heights of culinary delight.
Hillsdale Shopping Center, a large indoor mall offering popular retailers.
Hillsdale Shopping Center, a large indoor mall offering popular retailers.
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Near US-101, North El Camino Real, Caltrain

Major roadways surround Hillsdale: Route 101 to the east, North El Camino to the west and J. Arthur Younger Freeway to the north. These highways provide access to San Francisco, about 25 miles north, and San Jose, about 33 miles south. Those who’d rather travel by train can pick it up at the Caltrain Hillsdale Station off East 28th Avenue.
The intersection of Highway 101 and highway 92 east of Hillsdale neighborhood.
The intersection of Highway 101 and highway 92 east of Hillsdale neighborhood.
The Hillsdale Caltrain Station in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
The Hillsdale Caltrain Station in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Yolanda Zhang

    Yolanda Zhang

    Keller Williams Thrive

    (669) 260-5603

    36 Total Sales

    1 in Hillsdale

    $1,900,000 Price

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  • Julie Tsai Law

    Julie Tsai Law

    Compass

    (650) 603-5400

    127 Total Sales

    1 in Hillsdale

    $1,600,000 Price

    Julie Tsai Law
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  • Claire Haggarty

    Claire Haggarty

    N B T Realty Service

    (650) 977-2596

    16 Total Sales

    1 in Hillsdale

    $800,000 Price

    Claire Haggarty
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  • Susan Chong

    Susan Chong

    Compass

    (650) 649-6355

    46 Total Sales

    1 in Hillsdale

    $1,670,000 Price

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  • Carmen Miranda

    Carmen Miranda

    Compass

    (650) 780-3416

    92 Total Sales

    6 in Hillsdale

    $2.1M - $2.5M Price Range

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  • Vincent Martell Smith

    Vincent Martell Smith

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (650) 844-0799

    4 Total Sales

    1 in Hillsdale

    $1,645,000 Price

    Vincent Martell Smith
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Francisco International

14 min drive

Bus

El Camino Real & 27th Ave

Bus

Franklin Pkwy & Park Pl

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S Delaware St & Bermuda Dr

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El Camino Real & 31st Ave

Bus

Hillsdale Blvd & Saratoga Dr

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El Camino Real & Hillsdale Blvd

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28th Ave & Hillsdale Station

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Hillsdale US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Hillsdale Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Hillsdale, San Mateo sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillsdale, San Mateo over the last 12 months is $630,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$510,000
Median Sale Price
$630,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$718,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$100,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
80
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$275

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,942
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,489
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,092
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,100
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
856
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
13,791
Median Age
39
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$157,441
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$179,361

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94%
College Graduates
62.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

51 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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