254 W 40th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA


Property Overview:

254 W 40th Ave is a single-family home in San Mateo, CA 94403, built in 1953. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,570 sq. ft. of living space (with some listings noting 2,274 sq. ft.). The home includes a parking garage and central heating system. The estimated home value is $1,337,000 – $1,616,576.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • 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%).
  • 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).
  • Job Market:

    • 67.9% white-collar jobs, 32.1% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • 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%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 51.6°F (January), 70.5°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 20.4 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $83,713.
    • Average annual spending: $61,232.

Property Features:

  • Timelessly treasured home, held in the same family for 54 years.
  • Freshly painted (inside and out) with new and refinished flooring and new lighting.
  • Incredible views from the property.
  • Family room, separate office, and dining room.
  • Spacious, fully fenced yard and enclosed front porch.
  • Walking distance to Mollie Stone’s, Bel-Mateo Shopping Center, and other amenities.
  • Easy access to Highway 101, 280, San Francisco Airport, and walking trails.

Location Benefits:

  • Convenient to grocery stores (Stop In Food Store, Green Acres, Mollie Stone’s), coffee shops (Starbucks, Ebar), and restaurants (Sole Ristorante Italiano, Fernando’s Mexican Restaurant, Yuzu).
  • Close to parks: Indian Springs Park, East Hillsdale Park, West Hillsdale Park.
  • Commuter-friendly with access to major highways and public transportation.
  • Ideal for families and those seeking a vibrant, established community in the heart of the Bay Area.

Price and Status History

date type price
1971-07-30 Rental 43500
2018-01-01 Rental 1935
2024-06-01 Price Estimation 1616576
2025-03-20 For Sale 1950000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

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Flood Risk Info

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AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

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