Property Overview:
1253 Shoal Dr is a single-family waterfront home in San Mateo, CA, built in 1974. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5–3 bathrooms, and approximately 1,690 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a 2-car garage, central heating, and a private boat dock. The estimated home value is $1,429,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 2.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Bayside Academy, Borel Middle, and Aragon High (top-rated).- Average SAT score: 1076 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 76.7% white-collar jobs, 23.3% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 32,202 (13% growth since 2000)
- 62% families with children
- Largest age group: 35–44 years (17.43%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 51.2°F (January), 73.2°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 21.4 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $108,169
- Average annual spending: $73,732
Property Features:
- Resort-style waterfront living with rare private boat dock
- 2-level Trex deck with updated stainless cable railing
- Kayak, paddleboard, and cruise directly from your backyard
- Light-filled interior with open floor plan
- Bamboo & engineered wood floors
- Living room with fireplace and 2 French doors to deck
- Kitchen: Granite counters, slate tile backsplash, island, wood cabinetry, stainless appliances (including gas range)
- Dining area plus flexible room (ideal for office or gatherings)
- Upstairs: Master bedroom + 2 bedrooms with water views
- Updated bathrooms
- Front deck & garden, side gated access to rear deck
- New roof (2019)
- Community amenities: Pool, hot tub, tennis & basketball courts, near 9-hole golf course, optional clubhouse
Location Benefits:
- Mariners Island: Ideal for boating and outdoor activities
- Convenient access to freeways, Silicon Valley, tech companies, and downtown SF
- 8 miles to SF airport
- Walk to BridgePointe shopping, restaurants, and parks
- Safe, family-friendly community with strong schools and amenities
Additional Notes:
- Conservatorship sale (court confirmation required in 2008; offer accepted with $737,128 overbid)
- Solid structure, overall good condition, but may benefit from aesthetic upgrades and minor repairs
- Seller may consider buyer concessions