256 Ruby Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070
OFF MARKET

256 Ruby Ave
San Carlos, CA 94070

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,130 sqft

$3,095,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $18,537/mo*
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$3,095,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $18,537/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,130 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 256 Ruby Ave.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Living Area
2,130 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,453
Parking
Garage

About this House

SPACIOUS WHITE OAKS HOME. Living room with fireplace. Adjoining sitting area with fireplace. Separate dining area. Remodeled eat-in kitchen. Large family room opening to private yard. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. 1 car garage. Offered at $1,235,000
256 Ruby Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,130 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $1,235,000 on Feb 21, 2008. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $3,095,800, with a rent estimate of $7,238/month.

Home Details for 256 Ruby Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5488 sqft

Price History for 256 Ruby Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/21/2008$1,235,000Sold
N/A
01/04/2008$1,235,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in San Carlos

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$2.66M
$33.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
106.3%
1.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.34K
$37MoM
Available listings
60
8MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$19,982
Assessment$1,622,184
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 256 Ruby Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
40 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
01/07/26
3
3
2,220
1623 Cordilleras Ave, San Carlos, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$2,670,000
10/08/25
4
2.5
1,913
2084 Saint Francis Way, San Carlos, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$2,808,888
03/11/26
3
2.5
1,720
373 Oakview Dr, San Carlos, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,925,000
12/05/25
4
3
2,015
2550 Eaton Ave, Redwood City, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
03/11/26
3
2
1,860
329 Oakview Dr, San Carlos, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$2,340,000
12/08/25
4
3
2,310
352 Oakview Dr, San Carlos, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$3,140,000
10/28/25
4
3
2,544
472 Emerald Ave, San Carlos, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$2,600,000
09/09/25
3
2
1,690
1471 Cordilleras Ave, San Carlos, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,500,000
10/30/25
3
3
1,600
2349 Eaton Ave, San Carlos, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$4,000,000
04/30/26
4
4.5
2,948

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about San Carlos

At least 229 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 47 % Say there are community events

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  • nat
    "great family town - good down town - great place to live "
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  • Z6c4p89svr
    "Lots of people who don’t drive well, always looking at their phones while driving. Safe otherwise, plenty of parks for kids to play in. "
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  • Patrick McConnell
    "Halloween, Hometown Days, Art & Wine Faire, Goblin Walk, Sunday farmers market, Music in the Park at Burton Park"
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  • Cindygholt
    "Many people walk their dogs through the neighborhood to the park up the street. There are coyotes in the canyon though and people should be careful with small pets. "
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  • Cindygholt
    "Most people work from home now. Commute is busy around local schools during pick up and drop off times. Easy access to highways 101 and 280. "
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  • Liz Maples
    "It’s easy to get around. The neighborhoods are easy to navigate and it’s easy to commute to different towns."
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  • Rp772s6hrf
    "Dogs are welcome at alfresco restaurants. Water bowls set invitingly up and down the business row of Laurel St."
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  • Vokabayashi
    "Close to Sam Trans stop. CalTrain station ~1.5 miles away. Easy access to Highway 101 and 280. Easy access to SFO. "
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  • Peter Crosby
    "There’s so much fentanyl hidden under the surface. I wish you would all recognize that. Bedbugs are rampant."
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  • Bahadircelebi
    "Working in Santa Clara. It wakes 20 minutes without traffic. 30 minutes average. 45min during rush hour. "
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  • nat
    "A few dog parks with off leash options - most open space requires a leash. Lots of outside dining that allows pets. "
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  • Osheenie
    "Lots of community activities! Plus community center with summer camps for the kids. Downtown area is very convenient and has good restaurants and shops."
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  • Andersonteam4
    "This neighborhood has many friendly families, amazing schools with amazing teachers! Always clean and safe. Almost all homes are well kept, you need to be rich to live here. Rent for a home is over $5k a month. On a 3 and 2 "
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  • Nat
    "Concert in the park is great. Art and wine is a blast. The farmers market is a great way to get fresh food. - Halloween and Xmas "
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  • Lauren W.
    "Very dog friendly. Everybody has one. Off leash top of reserve at Pulgas Ridge. Several on leash dog friendly parks."
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  • Parsa K. A. A.
    "Hometown days, Halloween, Christmas and downtown farmer’s market every week during the summer. Brittan Park also has concerts often"
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  • Andersonteam
    "We like it when dog companions pick up their poop, use a leash Always and don’t let their doggies chase our cats!! "
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  • Dawsonmiller5150
    "There are very nice and maintained parks close by, neighborhoods are always clean. Very little traffic in early morning hours. "
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  • Joshua
    "We have block parties every year and the city picks up the insurance. We also have a home town days parade "
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  • Tina S.
    "Holiday communal events and farmers market allow you to mix and mingle with your neighbors. There are nice monthly events at the local library for children. "
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  • Cortesmjf
    "Not a lot of traffic, unless it’s downtown during busy hours. I love San Carlos and hope to be here for a long while. "
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  • Greg H.
    "Small town feel feel like you know everyone . Nice restaurants and stores but still not over the top, though feels like it’s pushing the limits with all the new housing. Schools are great, family friendly town with great weather "
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  • Michelle T.
    "Good schools, good restaurants, beautiful. Good weather. Close to 101 or 280. Community resources"
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  • Chris M.
    "Small town feel Great schools Great downtown More affordable than PA or MP However, surprisingly not very diverse... "
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  • Nat
    "Great place to raise kids - one of the reasons I moved here. Elementary and middle schools are top-notch. AYSO / little league, etc... all great."
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  • Alex M.
    "so many excellent local parks to take your dog! the city hall has a great dog park, and is a nice place to meet other locals in the evenings. also many restaurants in town are dog friendly as well."
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  • Tanya1976
    "Welcome nice place quiet friendly service great location down town nice to walk a lot of restaurants "
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  • Mehri Ansari
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 15 years and I loved it. It is clean, quiet, safe, people are friendly. The only reason I moved was for work. I hope to come back and live in this area again."
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  • emmu
    "Safe neighborhood, but not a lot of kids activities happening. Lots if cars driving relatively fast."
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  • S.
    "San Carlos used to be a cute small town in the Bay Area. Unfortunately, along with the rest of this area, it’s been over run with people. Too many people moved here, too many town houses are being built and the traffic is terrible. No one has any patience while driving, and often do not wait for me and my daughter to cross in crosswalks. It’s sad to see this quaint town has lost all its character."
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  • Vokabayashi
    "I have no commute, as I am retired. However, when I was employed, I walked to work, since I live 0.75 mile from my residence. Very convenient. This is the ideal situation. "
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  • Vokabayashi
    "Hometown Days Downtown Redwood City is nearby...always so,etching interesting going on there. We enjoy dining both in SanCarlos and Redwood City. "
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  • Hosgur
    "Make sure they are extra cautious crossing Holly&Laurel streets. People usually tend not to stop at the stop lights. They go very fast."
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  • Danrkay
    "Yes San Carlos is the city of entitled New yuppies. There are some hit chicks but you better have some money"
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  • Robin V.
    "good access to freeways & wonderful downtown! Beautiful hiking trails. Great community...& safe neighborhoods"
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  • Nicholas P.
    "Safe, clean, quiet neighborhood - would be a great place to raise a family. Wish the prices weren’t so high. "
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Frequently asked questions about 256 Ruby Ave

  • What is 256 Ruby Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 256 Ruby Ave in San Carlos, CA is $3,095,800.
  • What is the price history for 256 Ruby Ave?
    256 Ruby Ave in San Carlos, CA last sold for $1,235,000 in February 2008.
  • Is San Carlos a buyer's or seller's market?
    San Carlos is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in San Carlos?
    The median sale price in San Carlos is $2.66M. That is down $33.33K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 256 Ruby Ave?
    The lot at 256 Ruby Ave in San Carlos, CA is about 0.13 acres (5,488 sq ft).
  • Does 256 Ruby Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 256 Ruby Ave in San Carlos, CA has a garage.