This private paradise is now available in the heart of Belmont. The home is thoughtfully placed on a very private lot, which is just under one acre. In this bright custom home, you will find an updated chefs kitchen with all new appliances, 3 oversized bedrooms, 2 full updated bathrooms, an updated half bath and new light fixtures on the main level. On the garage level you will find a 6 car garage and two separate living quarters. Living quarter (A) includes bedroom, bathroom, walk in closet and bar. Living quarter (B) includes bedroom, walk-in closet, bathroom, kitchen/ dining/living area. Continuing on the garage level you will find additional finished rooms that could easily be transformed into a wine cellar, theater, gym etc. The backyard is an entertainers dream with a sparkling pool and spa, with plenty of space for possible outdoor kitchen and/or gardens. The possibilities are endless at 838 Covington Road. Buyer to verify sq.ft.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$893Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Marie Allen•DRE #02020718• Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
4.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.99 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
5,570
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
044281400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Nov 23, 2015 • Final
Res
Tear off and replace the roof with a Class A cool roof system.
Roofing
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 & Garage Information
Parking Total: 11
Parking Features: Garage Facing Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
Heating: Radiant, MultiZone, Hot Water, Gas, Fireplace(s), Central, Baseboard
Interior Features
Appliances: Wine Refrigerator, Self/Cont Clean Oven, Microwave, Ice Maker, Hood Over Range, Gas Water Heater, Gas Plumbed, Gas Cook Top, Disposal, Dishwasher, Built-In Refrigerator, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Electric Oven
Green Energy Efficient: Windows, Water Heater, Thermostat, Roof, Lighting, Insulation, Heating, Exposure/Shade, Construction, Appliances
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas Log, Family Room, Double Sided, Dining Room
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Formal Entry, Cathedral Ceiling
Laundry Features: Space For Frzr/Refr, Sink, Inside Area, Gas Hook-Up, Cabinets
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Covered Patio
Window Features: Window Screens, Dual Pane Full
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Room Type: Storage, Possible Guest, Office, Living Room, Library, In Law Apartment, Home Theater, Guest Quarters, Game Room, Family Room
Living Room Features: Sunken, Cathedral/Vaulted
Kitchen Features: Stone Counter, Slab Counter, Quartz Counter, Pantry Closet, Island, Breakfast Room, Breakfast Area
Family Room Features: Sunken, Cathedral/Vaulted
Dining Room Features: Formal Area
Basement: Full
Main Level: Retreat, Master Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Full Bath(s), Family Room, Dining Room, Bedroom(s)
Lower Level: Retreat, Master Bedroom, Kitchen, Garage, Full Bath(s), Family Room, Bedroom(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Fencing: Wood, Chain Link, Back Yard
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: Yes
Has Spa: Yes
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Subtype Description: Custom, Attached
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Original
Year Built: 1,986
Has ADU/2nd Unit
Land Information
Land Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Secluded, Low Maintenance, Landscape Front, Landscape Back, Auto Sprinkler Rear, Auto Sprinkler F&R
Lot Size Square Feet: 43,721
Lot Size Acres: 1.0037
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry, 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer
Irrigation Source: Irrigation Connected
Water Source: Public
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: San Mateo
Elementary School District: Belmont-Redwood Shores
Middle Or Junior School District: Belmont-Redwood Shores
Location Information
Postal Code: 94002
County Or Parish: San Mateo
CrossStreet: Alameda de las Plugas
Directions: From 101 to Ralston- Right on Alameda then left on Covington Rd. Home is at the very end of the circular driveway.
State Or Province: CA
Street Number Numeric: 838
Unparsed Address: 838 Covington Rd, Belmont, CA 94002
Street Address Filtered: 838 Covington Rd
Community Information
Senior Community YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,570
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.99 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 1993
County: San Mateo County
APN: 044281400
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Selling Agent
Buyer Agent Full Name: Vicky Yu
Around this home
Schools
Cipriani Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Ralston Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Carlmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
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