Property Overview:
3720 Fernwood St is a single-family home in the San Mateo Knolls neighborhood of San Mateo, CA, built in 1951. The home features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 2,140 sq. ft. of living space (county records show 2 bed/2 bath, 1,440 sq. ft.). Additional features include a 2-car garage, central heating, and a large 10,614 sq. ft. lot. The estimated home value is $2,068,000 (last sold for $1,689,000 in 2017).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Population:
- Community of 38,894 residents (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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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: Abbott Middle, Hillsdale High, Laurel Elementary
- 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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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $83,713
- Average annual spending: $61,232
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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
Property Features:
- Upgraded 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with open floor plan connecting kitchen, living, and dining areas
- Granite kitchen with bay window and island bar
- Master bath: Marble wall tile, heated tile flooring
- Second upper bath: Jetted tub
- All bedrooms with spacious closets
- Hardwood floors and recessed lighting throughout
- Separate family room downstairs, adjacent to third bedroom and full bath (ideal for guests or multi-generational living)
- Bonus laundry/office room combo on lower level
- Beautifully landscaped, decked backyard with large entertaining deck
- Woodsy setting with fruit trees; lot extends beyond fence and backs up to a serene creek
- Newly planted privacy trees
- Side stairs from upper level to backyard
- Treehouse-like views from top floor for privacy and tranquility
Location Benefits:
- Prime San Mateo location in a peaceful residential setting
- Easy access to shopping, dining, mall, and major freeways
- Commuter-friendly and ideal for family living and entertaining
- Luxury, privacy, and convenience in a sought-after neighborhood