Property Overview:
618 Dorchester Rd is a single-family home in San Mateo Park, San Mateo, CA, built in 1926. It features 4 bedrooms, bonus/playroom, 3.5 bathrooms, and approximately 3,250 sq. ft. of living space. The property includes a detached guest unit/garage (over 485 sq. ft.), central heating, and a range of luxury amenities. The estimated home value is $4,248,000.
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, Burlingame High, and Crocker Middle.- 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:
- Expansive 275’ deep lot with oodles of play areas and lush landscaping.
- Dramatic living & dining rooms—ideal for entertaining.
- Library, family room, office/playroom, computer room, and reading room for versatile living.
- Well-appointed, eat-in kitchen with premium Viking & Meile appliances and built-in gas fireplace.
- Large, secluded primary suite with sitting room, private deck/terrace, office space, walk-in closet, and luxury bathroom.
- Three additional bedrooms and bonus room share two remodeled bathrooms.
- Outdoor amenities:
- Swimming pool & oversized jacuzzi/spa
- Back patio with built-in Viking grill
- Gas firepit with cozy seating
- Large, flat turf yard
- Bar/entertaining area
- Front deck for afternoon sun
- Detached, fully insulated garage/guest unit:
- 485+ sq. ft., wired for A/V, full bathroom, water heater, furnace
- Additional features:
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Sonos speaker system
- Level 2 ChargePoint EV charger
- Short walk to Burlingame Avenue
Location Benefits:
- Prestigious San Mateo Park neighborhood with family-friendly community.
- Walkable to shopping, dining, and parks.
- Served by San Mateo-Foster City school district.
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to public transportation and major highways.
- Ideal for family living, entertaining, and work-from-home flexibility.