Property Overview:
1855 Maxine Ave is a single-family home in San Mateo, CA, built in 1955. It features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,500 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,662 sq. ft. corner lot. The home includes a detached two-car garage, optional fourth bedroom/in-law quarters, solar panels, A/C, and a well-manicured courtyard with a white picket fence. The estimated home value is $1,426,000 (last sold for $1,100,000 in 2016).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.2% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 4.7% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Bayside Academy, Borel Middle, and San Mateo High.- State average SAT score: 975.
- Sought-after Aragon High School nearby.
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Job Market:
- 54.6% white-collar jobs, 45.4% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 32,760 (11% growth since 2000).
- 56% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (18.03%); second largest: 35-44 years (16.22%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.0°F (January), 66.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.4 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $61,942.
- Average annual spending: $49,596.
Property Features:
- Bright and spacious layout with vaulted ceilings and white walls (blank canvas for decorating).
- Carpeted bedrooms and marble kitchen countertops.
- Working fireplace in the living area.
- Optional fourth bedroom/in-law quarters for flexible living.
- Detached two-car garage (potential for ADU, guest house, or office).
- Solar panels and central A/C for energy efficiency and comfort.
- Skillfully landscaped front yard with white picket fence and courtyard.
- Remodeled bathrooms with custom tile work, Toto toilets, and jacuzzi-style tub.
- Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas range, granite countertops, garden window, and skylight.
- Double pane windows, laminate floors, and freshly painted interior.
- Laundry room with front-loading LG washer & dryer.
- Sprinkler system, storage shed with solar lighting, and spacious patio for outdoor entertaining.
Location Benefits:
- Desirable South Shoreview neighborhood.
- Superb location: Close to Highway 101, large shopping center, and downtown San Mateo.
- Commuter-friendly and ideal for family living and entertaining.
- Rare opportunity to own in a sought-after community with strong growth and family presence.