Charming Western Hills Retreat | 837 Covington Road Experience Peninsula living at its finest in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled in Belmonts coveted Country Club neighborhood. Located in the serene Western Hills on an approximately 5,532 SF lot, this approximately 1,455 SF residence offers a rare blend of privacy, charm, and small-town ambiance. The thoughtfully designed layout features a private upstairs primary suite, while the lush grounds showcase mature landscaping, vibrant gardens, and an abundance of fruit trees. Ideally situated for convenient Peninsula commuting, the home is just minutes from Highways 280 and 101, Carlmont Shopping Center, parks, and highly regarded Belmont schools. Originally built in 1949, this timeless property offers comfort, character, and a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Peninsula.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
5,559 sq ftLot Size
$1,237Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Young•DRE #02165958• eXp Realty of California Inc
Contact: 650-430-4099
Bought with Richard Bustos•DRE #02243000• Turbohome Brokerage Inc.
Est. $5,140 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 837 Covington Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82046496
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$1,800,000
$1,237/sq ft
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$1,800,000
$1,237/sq ft
Jun 4, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2026
Pending
—
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$1,799,888
$1,237/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$1,799,888
$1,237/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Listed
$1,988,888
$1,367/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Listed
$1,988,888
$1,367/sq ft
Charming Western Hills Retreat | 837 Covington Road Experience Peninsula living at its finest in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled in Belmonts coveted Country Club neighborhood. Located in the serene Western Hills on an approximately 5,532 SF lot, this approximately 1,455 SF residence offers a rare blend of privacy, charm, and small-town ambiance. The thoughtfully designed layout features a private upstairs primary suite, while the lush grounds showcase mature landscaping, vibrant gardens, and an abundance of fruit trees. Ideally situated for convenient Peninsula commuting, the home is just minutes from Highways 280 and 101, Carlmont Shopping Center, parks, and highly regarded Belmont schools. Originally built in 1949, this timeless property offers comfort, character, and a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Peninsula.
Public Records
Jun 2, 1989
Sold
$320,000
$220/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 18, 1986
Sold
$174,000
$120/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,414 (+4.9%)
$306,246 + $362,755
$669,001
2024
$8,976 (+2.5%)
$300,242 + $355,643
$655,885
2023
$8,757 (+4.6%)
$294,355 + $348,670
$643,025
2022
$8,370 (+0.9%)
$288,584 + $341,834
$630,418
2021
$8,298 (+3.2%)
$282,926 + $335,132
$618,058
2020
$8,038 (+2.0%)
$277,379 + $328,561
$605,940
2019
$7,881 (+3.7%)
$274,535 + $325,193
$599,728
2018
$7,597 (+3.2%)
$269,152 + $318,817
$587,969
2017
$7,365 (+2.0%)
$258,701 + $306,438
$565,139
2016
$7,220 (−0.4%)
$258,701 + $306,438
$565,139
2015
$7,252 (+4.2%)
$253,629 + $300,430
$554,059
2014
$6,963 (+3.9%)
$244,927 + $290,122
$535,049
2012
$6,704 (+2.4%)
$243,821 + $288,811
$532,632
2011
$6,546 (+7.0%)
$239,041 + $283,149
$522,190
2010
$6,119 (+2.0%)
$234,354 + $277,598
$511,952
2009
$6,002 (+2.7%)
$232,603 + $275,524
$508,127
2008
$5,846
$233,156 + $276,179
$509,335
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,559 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1954
Sq. Ft.
1,450
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
044283200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Jun 30, 2010 • Final
Res
Perform a remodel of a bathroom.
Bathroom
Nov 23, 1999 • Final
Old
Remove and replace a water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Detached, On Street
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Tub w/Jets
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area in Family Room
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air (Gas)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,455
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 744418
Lot Information
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R10006
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Cipriani Elementary
Elementary School District: Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary
Middle School: Ralston Intermediate
High School: Carlmont High
High School District: Sequoia Union High
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,450
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,559 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1954
County: San Mateo County
APN: 044283200
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cipriani Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Ralston Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Carlmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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