Tucked along a private paved brick lane just off coveted Crystal Springs Road, 1050 Merner is a serene retreat surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping. Offering 4 bedrooms main plus a 1-bedroom ADU, the home is filled with natural light and features recessed lighting throughout, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Designed for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining, the outdoor spaces are equally impressive. The expansive wood patio provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining and gatherings beneath the trees, while stairs lead down to a secondary yard complete with a playground and sandbox, creating endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Inside, the spacious primary suite offers a relaxing escape with a walk-in closet and beautifully appointed en-suite bath. The versatile ADU and separate studio/office provide exceptional flexibility for guests, a gym, creative workspace, or au pair quarters. A two-car garage offers ample storage and convenient parking. Ideally located with easy access to Alameda de las Pulgas, Highways 92 and 280, and just minutes from both downtown San Mateo and downtown Burlingame, this property combines privacy, functionality, and convenience in one exceptional offering.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$1,108Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Phil Chen•DRE #01715177• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
This home is very private with it's own gated driveway on a private road. There is plenty of space to spread out throughout the property inside and outdoors from play spaces, fire pits, and trex type of decks. There's a detached office space adjacent...
to the garage for quiet meetings. There are guest quarters above the home, perfect for visitors or an au pair. Newer bathroom tiles. A well maintained home close to Hwy 92 and 280 with occasional car noise from Crystal Springs audible from outside.
Hillsborough Park, located between El Camino Real and Skyline Boulevard, is a residential and wooded Hillsborough neighborhood with winding lanes and large-lot estates. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Hillsborough Town Center on El Camino Real, where a small cluster of cafes, boutiques, and everyday services sets a low-key rhythm. Architecture leans toward classic California ranch homes, Tudor-inspired residences, and custom builds tucked behind mature oaks. The setting feels quiet and green, with steep, tree-lined streets and long driveways shaping the streetscape. Burlingame Country Club and the Crystal Springs Golf Course add a private, fairway-and-cypress backdrop nearby. For a cultural anchor, the Carolands Mansion brings Gilded Age scale to the local landscape.
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Market insights
1050 Merner Rd · $3,500,000
DAYS ON MARKET
20 days
The average home goes pending in 14 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
106.6%
Most homes are selling 7% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$3,500,000
Median sale price in this area is $2,144,304. (39% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
11% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Den/Study/Office
Separate family room
Accessory dwelling unit
Skylight
Storage shed/structure
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Primary bedroom on ground floor
Walk-in closet
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Double sinks
Marble surfaces
Oversized tub in primary bathroom
Shower and tub
Tile
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Freezer
Gas oven/range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Central forced air (gas)
Exterior features
Backyard
Barbecue area
Drought-tolerant landscaping
Home design
Detached property
Single-story
Raised foundation
Parking
Detached 2-car garage
Uncovered parking
Construction
Shingle roof
Raised foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Public utilities
Other
Zoning: R10025
Electricity and solar
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82048490
Jun 22, 2026
Pending
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Jun 22, 2026
Pending
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Jun 2, 2026
Listed
$3,500,000
$1,108/sq ft
Jun 2, 2026
Listed
$3,500,000
$1,108/sq ft
Tucked along a private paved brick lane just off coveted Crystal Springs Road, 1050 Merner is a serene retreat surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping. Offering 4 bedrooms main plus a 1-bedroom ADU, the home is filled with natural light and features recessed lighting throughout, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Designed for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining, the outdoor spaces are equally impressive. The expansive wood patio provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining and gatherings beneath the trees, while stairs lead down to a secondary yard complete with a playground and sandbox, creating endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Inside, the spacious primary suite offers a relaxing escape with a walk-in closet and beautifully appointed en-suite bath. The versatile ADU and separate studio/office provide exceptional flexibility for guests, a gym, creative workspace, or au pair quarters. A two-car garage offers ample storage and convenient parking. Ideally located with easy access to Alameda de las Pulgas, Highways 92 and 280, and just minutes from both downtown San Mateo and downtown Burlingame, this property combines privacy, functionality, and convenience in one exceptional offering.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80829093
May 25, 2026
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80155984
May 25, 2026
Listing Removed
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MLSListings #ML80919972
Oct 1, 2009
Sold
$889,900
$282/sq ft
Oct 1, 2009
Sold
$889,900
$282/sq ft
Sep 23, 2009
Pending
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Sep 1, 2009
Relisted
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Jul 22, 2009
Pending
—
Jul 2, 2009
Contingent
—
Jun 26, 2009
Price Changed
$889,900
$282/sq ft
Jun 2, 2009
Price Changed
$999,999
$316/sq ft
Apr 23, 2009
Listed
$1,064,000
$337/sq ft
Apr 22, 2009
Listed
$889,900
$282/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80158175
Dec 27, 2001
Sold
$950,000
$301/sq ft
Dec 27, 2001
Listing Removed
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Dec 16, 2001
Sold
$950,000
$301/sq ft
Oct 27, 2001
Listed
$849,950
$269/sq ft
Oct 27, 2001
Listed
$849,950
$269/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80142302
Oct 10, 2001
Sold
$795,000
$252/sq ft
Oct 10, 2001
Sold
$795,000
$252/sq ft
Oct 9, 2001
Listing Removed
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Jul 28, 2001
Listed
$795,000
$252/sq ft
Jul 28, 2001
Listed
$795,000
$252/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 5, 1996
Sold
$250,000
$79/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 14, 1974
Sold
$58,000
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,117 (+2.4%)
$1,129,466 + $305,784
$1,435,250
2024
$21,607 (+2.0%)
$1,129,466 + $305,784
$1,435,250
2023
$21,191 (+4.1%)
$1,107,320 + $299,789
$1,407,109
2022
$20,366 (+2.5%)
$1,085,608 + $293,912
$1,379,520
2021
$19,867 (+2.0%)
$1,064,322 + $288,150
$1,352,472
2020
$19,473 (+2.8%)
$1,043,453 + $282,501
$1,325,954
2019
$18,950 (+3.3%)
$1,032,754 + $279,605
$1,312,359
2018
$18,343 (+2.4%)
$1,012,504 + $274,124
$1,286,628
2017
$17,906 (+3.3%)
$973,188 + $263,481
$1,236,669
2016
$17,340 (+2.2%)
$973,188 + $263,481
$1,236,669
2015
$16,961 (+2.9%)
$954,106 + $258,316
$1,212,422
2014
$16,478 (+10.7%)
$921,367 + $249,454
$1,170,821
2012
$14,882 (+7.0%)
$917,203 + $248,328
$1,165,531
2011
$13,903 (−30.0%)
$899,219 + $158,459
$1,057,678
2010
$19,857 (+0.6%)
$881,588 + $125,941
$1,007,529
2009
$19,740 (−5.1%)
$1,450,000 + $125,000
$1,575,000
2008
$20,796
$1,500,000 + $75,000
$1,575,000
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,350
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,350
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
031280010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
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Electrical
May 21, 2026 • Final
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 86° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Hillsborough, CA • 94010
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.2 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1050 Merner Rd
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