Property Overview:
13 Hillbarn Ct is a single-family home in San Mateo, CA, built in 1953. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,249 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and a central heating system. The estimated home value is $2,199,000 (last sold for $802,000 in 2014). The property is currently unlivable due to significant foundation settlement and long-term roof leaks that have damaged the interior.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 6.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Laurel Elementary, Abbott Middle, Hillsdale High, and San Mateo County Special Education.- Average SAT score: 1076 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 67.9% white-collar jobs, 32.1% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 38,894 (7% growth since 2000).
- 64% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (16.07%); second largest: 25-34 years (14.94%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.6°F (January), 70.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $83,713.
- Average annual spending: $61,232.
Property Features:
- Cul-de-sac lot with bay views in Westwood Knolls.
- Recently renovated (in some listings):
- Open-concept great room/kitchen with center island and stainless steel appliances.
- Engineered hardwood or luxury vinyl flooring.
- Glass doors to deck with bay views.
- Main level: 3 bedrooms (including primary suite), 2 full bathrooms.
- Lower level: Family room with access to lush backyard, 2 additional bedrooms, laundry room, and full bathroom.
- Upgrades: Residential fire sprinklers, new appliances, fresh paint, recessed lighting, new landscaping, backyard fencing, and storage shed.
- Parking: Attached garage.
- Unlivable in current condition due to foundation and roof issues (per some reports).
Location Benefits:
- Quiet cul-de-sac in a desirable neighborhood.
- Walking distance to Hillsdale Mall, grocery stores, parks, restaurants, and schools.
- Easy access to El Camino Real, Highway 101, and Peninsula Golf Club (all within 10 minutes).
- Family-friendly community with strong schools and amenities.