Why Live in Westwood Knolls
Westwood Knolls in San Mateo features cottages, ranch, and raised ranch-style houses built in the 1940s and 1950s, typically with three or four bedrooms and ranging from 1,200 to 1,600 square feet. Expanded homes or those with finished basements can exceed 2,500 square feet. The neighborhood's steep streets often end in cul-de-sacs and are landscaped with trees, shrubs, and flowers. Indian Springs Park offers views of downtown San Francisco, play areas, and a paved trail for walking and biking. West Hillsdale Park has a basketball court and open grassy areas, while Laurelwood Park features multi-use trails leading to Sugarloaf Mountain’s peak. The Hillsdale Shopping Center along El Camino Real hosts over 120 retailers, a Cinepolis movie theatre, and various events. Dining options include Maverick Jack’s and Romolo’s Cannoli, and Bel Mateo Bowl provides bowling and arcade games. The neighborhood is connected by sidewalks and bike lanes, with bus stops along major roads and the Hillsdale CalTrain station 1 mile north. Route 92, Interstate 280, and Highway 101 provide easy access to San Francisco and San Jose. Hillsdale High School is highly rated. The San Mateo Medical Center is centrally located, and San Francisco International Airport is 13 miles north.
Home Trends in Westwood Knolls, CA
On average, homes in Westwood Knolls, San Mateo sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Westwood Knolls, San Mateo over the last 12 months is $1,945,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,945,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,972,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,091
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$1,849,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%