809 E 5th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94402
SOLD
APR 24, 2026

809 E 5th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94402

Central Business District
  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,325 sqft

$2,400,000

Last Sold: Apr 24, 2026
9% over list $2.2M
$722/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $14,362/mo*
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$2,400,000

Last Sold: Apr 24, 2026
9% over list $2.2M
$722/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $14,362/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
4 Baths
3,325 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Located on a lovely, tree-lined street, this truly exceptional home is just a short walk to vibrant downtown San Mateo, known for its excellent restaurants, shopping & nearby Central Park. Blending timeless character with modern comfort, the home offers a spacious & highly versatile floor plan with multiple living areas. The main level welcomes you through a striking carousel-shaped entry that opens to a bright & inviting living room, a formal dining room, office, full bathroom, and laundry room. The open kitchen flows seamlessly to the beautifully landscaped backyard. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms, an additional full bathroom & a cozy bonus room currently set up as a nursery. The lower level features an expansive bonus space with a full bathroom, dining area & a kitchenette (without stove). This flexible area is ideal for guests, a family or media room. Outside, the property offers beautifully landscaped front & back yards, along with a long, electronically gated, driveway perfect for RV parking. The driveway leads to a large two-car garage. Above the garage is a charming, light-filled one-bedroom in-law unit, adding even more flexibility to this remarkable property. With its unique character, generous space and prime location, this special home is not to be missed.
809 E 5th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94402 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,325 sqft single-family home in Central Business District, built in 1907. It last sold for $2,400,000 on Apr 24, 2026 (9% above the $2,198,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2022 with an asking price of $2,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 4, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,405,000, with a rent estimate of $5,896/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$722/sqft
Listed
115 days ago

Home Details for 809 E 5th Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3325 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Public Utilities, Water PublicAppliances: Washer/DryerLaundry: In Garage,In Utility Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Other Location, Wood Burning
Gas & Electric
Gas: PublicUtilities
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionFoundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Electric Gate
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1907
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 033166050

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,198,000Price Per Sqft: $722/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: SanMateo
School Information
Elementary School District: SanMateoFosterCityElementaryHigh School District: SanMateoUnionHighWalk Score: 95

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3325

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5646 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: ExclusiveRightToSell

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: ML82038316
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Kathy Wall 01163766, (415) 608-4168
Intero Real Estate Services, (650) 589-1000
Michael Darling 01267936, (650) 400-8521
Intero Real Estate Services, (650) 589-1000
Bought with: Christopher Eckert 01456626, (650) 627-3799, KW Advisors, (650) 627-3700
Source: MLSListings Inc, MLS#ML82038316

Price History for 809 E 5th Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/24/2026$2,400,000Sold
MLSListings Inc #ML82038316
03/25/2026$2,198,000PendingMLSListings Inc #ML82038316
03/12/2026$2,198,000Listed For SaleMLSListings Inc #ML82038316
05/04/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
04/21/2022$2,200Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
05/11/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
04/30/2021$1,950Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager

Market trends in San Mateo

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.69M
$148KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
106.7%
2.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.11K
$47MoM
Available listings
200
9MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,267
Assessment$220,858
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 809 E 5th Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
827 S Idaho St, San Mateo, CA
0.31
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$2,460,000
09/25/25
4
4
2,362
621 S Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA
0.18
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$2,250,000
12/16/25
3
2
1,890
1100 9th Ave, San Mateo, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$2,400,000
02/13/26
3
3.5
1,580
712 S Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$2,305,000
11/14/25
3
1.5
1,870
909 S Grant St, San Mateo, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$2,330,000
11/17/25
4
4
1,704
818 W Grant Pl, San Mateo, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$2,670,000
04/02/26
3
2.5
2,082
706 S Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$2,025,000
08/22/25
3
1.5
1,630
918 S Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$2,385,918
08/12/25
4
2
2,015
930 Rosewood Dr, San Mateo, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$2,800,000
10/21/25
3
2.5
2,320

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Neighborhood Overview

Central Business District
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What Locals Say about Central Business District

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 100 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

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  • Katherine Rivera
    "I live in downtown San Mateo. San Mateo is a nice place, but I have mixed feelings about it. There are many restaurants, grocery stores, and activities to enjoy. The bus and train stations are very close, which is convenient. However, I dislike that some people throw too much garbage or furniture onto the sidewalks. I believe it's very important to keep the neighborhood clean and safe. Another issue is the frequent theft of packages. I live next to the creek and often see homeless people entering through my building to access the creek. I don’t think that's safe. "
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  • Borfang s.
    "Maybe cars on the big street! But I think overall the area is pretty safe! Neighbors are great and friendly! :)"
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  • Abby B.
    "Lots of restaurants and shops in the area, decent amount of pedestrian traffic, close to Caltrain, feels very safe."
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  • Bellahk
    "easy to go to work good school, good people, feel safe, you see police driving around and make sure everything ok"
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Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2026-07-05 04:24:17 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.