Welcome to this stunning top-floor end-unit nestled in the desirable Islands J community of Foster City. From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the open & airy feel created by soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, & a thoughtfully designed floor plan. Beautifully updated throughout, this 2 bed, 2 bath home features new flooring, fresh paint, & a modern kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances & ample cabinetry. The open concept living & dining areas provide the perfect setting for everyday living & entertaining, with a cozy fireplace & access to a tranquil balcony overlooking the serene greenbelt & pool. The spacious primary suite offers a serene retreat with a custom built-in closet wall & a beautifully updated ensuite bathroom, thoughtfully illuminated by a skylight & featuring a convenient separate water closet. Highlights include a dedicated laundry room, dual paned windows, ample storage, plus a 1 car garage + guest parking. Enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool & spa, clubhouse, & private boat dock perfect for enjoying the exceptional opportunities for boating & water recreation. Ideally located near top-rated Foster City schools, shopping, parks, biking/walking trails including the Bay Trail, & major commuter freeways. Welcome home!
CondoProperty Type
1975Year Built
1,650 sq ftLot Size
$809Price/Sq.Ft.
$975/moHOA Dues
1 car garageParking
Listed by Sternsmith Sternsmith Group•DRE #70016718• Compass
Explorers, located between Foster City Boulevard and Shell Boulevard, is a waterfront and residential Foster City neighborhood with lagoon-side paths and low-slung mid-century townhomes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Foster City Dog Park and the curve of Shell Boulevard, where joggers, cyclists, and stroller traffic trace the waterline. Architectural lines stay clean and coastal, with planned streetscapes and frequent glimpses of sailboats and kayaks. Edgewater Place anchors the local routine with a compact mix of services and casual bites. Nearby, the Foster City Lagoon and Leo J. Ryan Park set the pace for outdoor time and community gatherings. Commutes and errands often funnel toward Hillsdale Boulevard and the Bridgepointe area.
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Offer insights
681 Portofino Ln · $1,099,000
$1.1M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.1M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
37 days
The average home goes pending in 37 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.3%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Vaulted ceilings
Skylights
Gas-started fireplace
Bedrooms
Primary suite/retreat (2 bedrooms total)
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
Oversized tub
Shower over tub
Skylight in bath
Stall shower
Tub in master bedroom
Updated bathrooms
Laundry & utility
Inside laundry with washer and dryer
Heating & cooling
Electric heating
Exterior features
Balcony or patio
Boat dock
Community pool and heated spa/jetted hot tub
Cabana/dressing room for pool area
Home design
Condominium ownership
Single-story unit
Flat/low-pitch roof
Parking
Detached garage (1 space)
Carport (4 spaces)
Gate/door opener
Guest/visitor parking
Construction
Concrete slab foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer; sewer connected
Public utilities available
HOA & community
Member of Manor Association
Monthly HOA fee (listed)
HOA fee covers common area electricity and gas, exterior painting, fencing, garbage, gas, hot water, common area insurance, common area and exterior maintenance, road maintenance, management fee, pools/spa/tennis, reserves, roof, sewer, and water/sewer
HOA amenities include boat dock, clubhouse, community pool, garden/greenbelt/trails, and sauna/spa/hot tub
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Welcome to this stunning top-floor end-unit nestled in the desirable Islands J community of Foster City. From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the open & airy feel created by soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, & a thoughtfully designed floor plan. Beautifully updated throughout, this 2 bed, 2 bath home features new flooring, fresh paint, & a modern kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances & ample cabinetry. The open concept living & dining areas provide the perfect setting for everyday living & entertaining, with a cozy fireplace & access to a tranquil balcony overlooking the serene greenbelt & pool. The spacious primary suite offers a serene retreat with a custom built-in closet wall & a beautifully updated ensuite bathroom, thoughtfully illuminated by a skylight & featuring a convenient separate water closet. Highlights include a dedicated laundry room, dual paned windows, ample storage, plus a 1 car garage + guest parking. Enjoy resort-style amenities including a pool & spa, clubhouse, & private boat dock perfect for enjoying the exceptional opportunities for boating & water recreation. Ideally located near top-rated Foster City schools, shopping, parks, biking/walking trails including the Bay Trail, & major commuter freeways. Welcome home!
ZUMPER1 #1
Jun 18, 2025
Rental Removed
$4,400
$3/sq ft
Jun 13, 2025
Listed for Rent
$4,400
$3/sq ft
Greater Lansing AoR #ML81685470
Dec 26, 2017
Sold
$1,098,000
$809/sq ft
Dec 26, 2017
Sold
$1,098,000
$809/sq ft
Dec 26, 2017
Sold
$1,098,000
$809/sq ft
Dec 5, 2017
Contingent
—
Nov 24, 2017
Listed
$1,028,000
$757/sq ft
Nov 24, 2017
Listed
$1,028,000
$757/sq ft
Nov 24, 2017
Listed
$1,028,000
$757/sq ft
Ring in the New Year in your new home! This gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is ideally located in the prestigious Islands community of Foster City. From the moment you step through the door, you will be enamored with the open feeling from the vaulted ceilings. The abundance of natural light from skylights and new double-pane windows welcome you into a cozy and sophisticated living room with a gas fireplace. The recently remodeled kitchen includes new appliances, counter tops, cabinets and is adjacent to the dining room. From the dining room, you can step out on to a balcony with soothing views of the greenbelt. The luxurious master bedroom has an updated en suite bathroom with oversized soaking tub and a skylight. Freshly painted and new carpet throughout. Other features include: laundry room, 1 car garage and visitor parking. Close to shopping, parks and award winning schools.
Public Records
Mar 8, 2005
Sold
$660,000
$486/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80506653
Mar 8, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Mar 8, 2005
Sold
$660,000
$486/sq ft
Feb 22, 2005
Sold
$660,000
$486/sq ft
Feb 11, 2005
Listed
$579,000
$426/sq ft
Feb 11, 2005
Listed
$579,000
$426/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 6, 1995
Sold
$242,500
$179/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 14, 1994
Sold
$253,000
$186/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 16, 1988
Sold
$248,000
$183/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 23, 1985
Sold
$171,000
$126/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,829 (+1.5%)
$382,292 + $892,022
$1,274,314
2024
$14,617 (+2.7%)
$374,797 + $874,532
$1,249,329
2023
$14,234 (+1.3%)
$367,449 + $857,385
$1,224,834
2022
$14,046 (+1.3%)
$360,245 + $840,574
$1,200,819
2021
$13,863 (+2.8%)
$353,182 + $824,093
$1,177,275
2020
$13,482 (+5.5%)
$346,257 + $807,935
$1,154,192
2019
$12,774 (+4.2%)
$342,707 + $799,651
$1,142,358
2018
$12,254 (+37.1%)
$335,988 + $783,972
$1,119,960
2017
$8,935 (−0.2%)
$237,802 + $554,880
$792,682
2016
$8,953 (+2.4%)
$237,802 + $554,880
$792,682
2015
$8,744 (+2.6%)
$233,140 + $544,000
$777,140
2014
$8,521 (+55.3%)
$225,141 + $525,333
$750,474
2012
$5,486 (−17.3%)
$143,500 + $336,500
$480,000
2011
$6,633 (−3.4%)
$144,000 + $336,000
$480,000
2010
$6,869 (−7.3%)
$175,000 + $410,000
$585,000
2009
$7,412 (−3.1%)
$183,300 + $427,700
$611,000
2008
$7,653
$203,000 + $472,000
$675,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1975
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,358
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,358
Year built
1975
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
San Mateo County
APN
106050090
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
R-3/PD
Medium Density Multiple-Family Residence - Planned Development Combining District
The PD or planned development combining district is designed to accommodate various types of development, such as single-family residential developments, multiple housing development, neighborhood and community shopping centers, professional and administrative areas, commercial service centers, and industrial parks and other uses or a combination of uses which can be made appropriately a part of a planned development. The district is established to allow flexibility of design which is in accordance with the objectives and spirit of the general plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Jun 24, 2019 • Final
Building residential
Install LED lights and a new electrical subpanel. Replace a closet and perform drywall and painting work.
Electrical
Remodel
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.
Local insights from Redfin agents
Buyers have a few more options than they did a year ago, but Foster City's waterfront lifestyle continues to attract steady demand. Well-maintained homes near the lagoons are still the first to capture buyers' attention.