Property Overview:
140 23rd Ave is a single-family residence in San Mateo, CA 94403, built in 1939. It features 2 bedrooms, 1.5–2 bathrooms, and 1,510 sq. ft. of living space on a 6,750 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a parking garage and central heating system. The estimated home value is $1,799,000. The property is R2 zoned and last sold for $1,652,000 in August 2020.
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%)
- Low overall crime risk; 5 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile
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Schools:
- Nearby schools: Beresford Elementary, Abbott Middle, Aragon High, Borel Middle, Hillsdale High
- Excellent school ratings
- 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:
- Very high earthquake risk
- Very low tornado risk
- Minimal flood 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:
- Charming Beresford Manor home with refinished hardwood floors, rich window casings, and classic molding
- Formal living room with picture window and fireplace
- Intimate dining room accessed through an archway
- Updated kitchen: white cabinets, quartz counters, subway tile backsplash, bathed in natural light
- Breakfast area opens to family room with second fireplace and French doors to large deck and expansive yard—ideal for entertaining
- Upstairs: 2 bedrooms and updated bath with quartz vanity and tub/shower
- Downstairs bonus space with full bath—flexible as home office, guestroom, or playroom
- Traditional, small-community vibe in Beresford Manor
- Minutes to schools, shops, dining, Beresford Park, Downtown San Mateo, and Hillsdale Shopping Center
- Easy access to major commuter routes; centrally located between San Francisco and Silicon Valley
Location Benefits:
- Commuter-friendly: Quick access to major highways and public transportation
- Family-oriented neighborhood with excellent schools and low crime
- Vibrant local amenities: Parks, shopping, dining, and community events
- Desirable R2 zoning for potential future flexibility