279 W 39th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA


Property Overview:

279 W 39th Ave is a single-family home in San Mateo, CA 94403, built in 1930. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and between 1,650–1,950 sq. ft. of living space. The home sits on a large lot (approx. 14,208–15,000 sq. ft.) and includes a parking garage. The estimated home value ranges from $1,611,909 to $2,309,000.


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:

  • Main House:

    • 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms
    • Formal dining room, den/study, living room with woodburning fireplace
    • Updated kitchen
    • Large, level yard with beautiful views
    • Gated long driveway and ample off-street parking
    • Neutral color hardwood floors
    • Large windows for natural light and scenic views
  • Guest House/ADU:

    • 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, kitchen, deck
    • Permit status uncertain (has existed for 57 years)
    • Potential for rental income or flexible use
  • Expansion Potential:

    • Vast lot offers possibilities for expansion or customization

Location Benefits:

  • Convenient to amenities:
    • Grocery stores: Stop In Food Store, Green Acres, Trader Joe’s
    • Coffee shops: Starbucks, Ebar, Comebuy Drinks
    • Restaurants: Sole Ristorante Italiano, Fernando’s Mexican Restaurant, Yuzu
  • Near parks: Indian Springs Park, East Hillsdale Park, West Hillsdale Park
  • Commuter-friendly: Easy access to local schools, shopping, and recreation
  • Rental estimate: $4,237–$5,578/month
  • Desirable San Mateo community with strong family presence and growth potential

Price and Status History

date type price
2009-06-08 For Sale 990000
2009-06-25 For Sale 925000
2009-07-18 For Sale 899000
2009-08-31 For Sale 849000
2009-09-08 Pending NaN
2009-11-08 For Sale 799950
2009-11-17 Pending NaN
2009-11-24 Sold 750000
2024-03-09 For Sale 1888000
2024-03-17 For Sale NaN
2024-03-29 Pending NaN
2024-05-09 Sold 1750000
2024-05-24 Sold 1750000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

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Toxic Release Inventory

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Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
A 0 0 0 0
AE 0 0 1 2
AH 0 0 0 1
AO 0 0 0 2
VE 0 0 0 0

Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
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

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
San Andreas - Peninsula Montara Mountain 0 0 1
San Andreas - Peninsula Palo Alto 0 0 1
San Andreas - Peninsula San Mateo 0 0 1
San Andreas - Peninsula Woodside 0 0 1

Landslide Risk Info

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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 1 1

Wild fire Risk Info

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High 0 0 0 1
Very High 0 0 0 10

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