$1,480,249Average Value$850Average Price per Sq Ft8Homes For Sale
Isle Cove offers a high-rise lifestyle with expansive waterfront views
Isle Cove is a mostly residential Foster City neighborhood of high-rise condo complexes, apartment buildings and master-planned communities that offer sprawling views of the surrounding waterways. Luxury developments often have their own parks and amenities, though locals can also enjoy the various lagoons and rivers using the waterfront walkways or visit Edgewater Park at the neighborhood’s center. In addition to the parks and walkways, the neighborhood is conveniently located near the freeway, major shopping centers and several top-rated schools.
Curved streets define Isle Cove, offering easy access to its scenic waterways.
Edgewater Park lies at Isle Cove’s center, giving residents easy outdoor access.
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Mostly a mix of condos, apartments and townhomes
Apartments and condos comprise the majority of housing in Isle Cove, including several luxury high-rise complexes from the late 20th century, which offer views of the water. Smaller units, measuring between 950 and 1,500 square feet, can range from $560,000 to $1 million, while larger units with better views can range from $1.2 million to $1.6 million. There are also several townhome complexes, mostly from the 1970s, with two-, three- and four-bedroom properties ranging from $1.1 million to $1.8 million. Detached single-family homes rarely go on the market, with only two homes selling in recent years for between $2.7 million and $3 million.
Isle Cove, California offers luxury condominiums for refined living.
Isle Cove townhome communities are nestled among mature, leafy trees.
Isle Cove’s single-family homes typically include indoor garages.
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Local schools score an A rating or higher
Foster City Elementary earns an A from Niche and has a very active Parent-Teacher Association, which helps organize many events throughout the year. The annual Falcon Fest is an end-of-year tradition with carnival games, face painting and snacks. The A-rated Bowditch Middle offers after-school volleyball and flag football teams, along with a drama program. The A-plus-rated Hillsdale High has career-oriented programs in computer science and video production, and offers more than 60 after-school clubs. Extracurricular options range from a competitive robotics team to the Trader Joe’s Club, where students talk about their favorite obscure snacks and organize charity food drives.
Foster City Elementary serves Isle Cove K–5 students and holds an A Niche grade.
Bowditch Middle School educates Isle Cove grades 6–8 with a 20 to 1 student-teacher ratio.
Hillsdale High School stands out with its modern design and welcoming entrance.
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Well-maintained community parks and waterfront trails
Many individual condo associations and communities offer private amenities, such as pools and tennis courts, but Edgewater Park is the primary public space within the neighborhood. Located next to Foster City Elementary, the park includes playgrounds, ball fields, and basketball and tennis courts. Smaller spaces like Shell Cove and Arcturus parks have pocket playgrounds. The waterways surrounding Isle Cove are lined with paved walking paths, providing residents with a scenic spot to walk their pets or ride their bikes.
Edgewater Park in Isle Cove boasts a vibrant, colorful basketball court.
Cyclists relish scenic trails along the lagoons in Foster City’s Isle Cove neighborhood.
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Several nearby shopping centers with restaurants and big-box stores
There’s a small shopping plaza at the corner of Beach Park and Edgewater boulevards, featuring many local restaurants like Waterfront Pizza, a popular Mediterranean eatery and hookah bar. There’s also Warehouse Buffet, which serves Korean barbecue and hot pot. Safeway is the nearest grocery store and Bridgepointe Shopping Center is a few miles north, anchored by Target and other large national retailers.
Bridgepointe Shopping Center offers abundant retail near Isle Cove in Foster City.
Warehouse Buffet provides a chic, stylish dining experience in Isle Cove.
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Easy access to state Route 92
State Route 92 runs along the neighborhood’s edge, bridging San Francisco Bay. Larger city centers in the area include San Francisco, about 20 miles away, and San Jose, about 30 miles away. The San Mateo County Transit District operates nearby bus routes. San Mateo Medical Center is located a few miles south and San Francisco International Airport is less than 10 miles away.
The Hillsdale Caltrain station connects Isle Cove residents to the Bay Area.
The San Mateo County Transit District operates nearby bus routes connecting Isle Cove residents to the greater Bay Area.
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Free summer concert series at the Leo Ryan Park amphitheater
Just outside of Isle Cove, Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park hosts an annual free summer concert series at the park's amphitheater. Held every Friday for six weeks, the lineup includes a variety of genres and styles, often including cover bands and dance music groups.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Isle Cove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Isle Cove, San Mateo sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Isle Cove, San Mateo over the last 12 months is $1,407,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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