$1,550,000
SOLD JUN 6, 2025
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,150 Sq Ft
6,251 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,348 Per Sq Ft

29% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Capuchino High School Rated A-
  • Quartz Countertops
  • 5-minute walk to Grundy Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to 522 Cypress Avenue, a beautifully updated single-family home in one of San Brunos most desirable neighborhoods. This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence offers 1,150 square feet of comfortable living space on an expansive 6,250 square foot lotproviding rare room to spread out, both indoors and out. Inside, youre welcomed by a bright, open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and the standout feature of the home: a modern, thoughtfully remodeled kitchen with a clear view of the spacious backyard. This layout is perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The private wing includes two generously sized bedrooms and a stylishly updated bathroom. Surrounding the property is lush greenery, offering a peaceful sense of privacy and natural beauty in both the front and back yards. Step outside to enjoy the oversized backyard complete with a deckideal for outdoor dining or relaxing. An additional detached garage and separate studio offer flexibility for a home office, creative space, or workshop. Just minutes from YouTube Headquarters, Bayhill Shopping Center, and San Bruno City Park, with easy access to Highways 280 and 101, this home blends tranquility with unbeatable convenience. Seize the opportunity to own this turn-key gem.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Caitlin McGinty

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01965149 Listed on: 05/15/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Anthony Koutsos

KW Advisors License #01347469

KW Advisors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 6,251 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R10006

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Off-Site Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,150 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Art Studio
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 020-252-230

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

6,251 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1150
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Zoning Description: R10006
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Electric, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1150
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Artist Studio
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Shower and Tub, Tile, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Off-Site Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 020-252-230
  • Lot Acres: 0.1435
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6250.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6250.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: San Mateo Union High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2025
Closed on
May 28, 2025
Sold by
Fornesi Jeffery W and Roberts Emily E
Bought by
Benjamin Hirashima Revocable Living Trust and Hirashima
Seller's Agent
Caitlin McGinty
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Koutsos
KW Advisors
List Price
$1,198,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$352,000
29.38%
Views
47
Current Estimated Value
$1,503,874

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$46,126
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.71%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2020
Sold by
Fornesi Jeffery W and Roberts Emily E
Bought by
Fornesi Jeffery W and Roberts Emily E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$426,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2015
Sold by
Fornesi Jeffrey W
Bought by
Fornesi Jeffrey W and Roberts Emily E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$465,000
Interest Rate
3.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 2004
Sold by
Mckinnon Kevin Thomas
Bought by
Fornesi Jeffrey W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$471,150
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 1999
Sold by
Mckinnon Deborah A
Bought by
Mckinnon Kevin Thomas

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 1994
Sold by
Holzgang Michael
Bought by
Mckinnon Kevin Thomas and Mckinnon Deborah Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
7.1%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,550,000 Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Placer Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Wfg National Title
Grant Deed $631,500 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $230,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $426,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $465,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $471,150 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $180,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Sold $1,550,000 +29.4% $1,348 / Sq Ft
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $1,198,000 -- $1,042 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,721 $900,458 $440,119 $460,339
2023 $10,721 $865,496 $423,030 $442,466
2022 $9,364 $848,527 $414,736 $433,791
2021 $9,243 $831,890 $406,604 $425,286
2020 $9,156 $823,361 $402,435 $420,926
2019 $9,005 $807,219 $394,545 $412,674
2018 $8,556 $791,392 $386,809 $404,583
2017 $8,464 $775,876 $379,225 $396,651
2016 $8,293 $760,665 $371,790 $388,875
2015 $7,535 $690,000 $337,000 $353,000
2014 $6,912 $630,000 $307,500 $322,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82007019

MLSListings

APN: 020-252-230

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