Property Overview:
485 Dorchester Rd is a single-family home in San Mateo, CA, built in 1936. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,090 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and a central heating system. The estimated home value is $2,481,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 7.4% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.4% (slightly higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include San Mateo Park Elementary, Crocker Middle, and San Mateo High.- Average SAT score: 1076 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 69.3% white-collar jobs, 30.7% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.6% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 23,121 (3% growth since 2000).
- 66% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.88%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.56%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 50.8°F (January), 68.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 19.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $102,281.
- Average annual spending: $69,902.
Property Features:
- Architecturally stunning home on a prominent corner lot in San Mateo Park.
- Dramatic living room with large focus window.
- Cozy den with fireplace, ideal for a home office or library.
- Formal dining room with French doors and elegant molding.
- Updated kitchen with adjacent breakfast room.
- Main floor includes a large laundry room and a versatile space (bedroom or family room).
- Upstairs:
- Luxurious primary suite with dressing room and en-suite bath.
- Three additional bedrooms and a full bath.
- Bonus room above the attached two-car garage (ideal for playroom or creative studio).
- Private yard with pool for outdoor relaxation and entertainment.
- Shared tennis court access for residents.
Location Benefits:
- Located in the prestigious San Mateo Park neighborhood.
- Family-friendly community with a high percentage of families with children.
- Safe and desirable area with strong schools and amenities.
- Convenient access to local parks, schools, and community features.
- Perfect for luxury living, entertaining, and outdoor enjoyment.