This inviting home at 121 Avila Road offers ample space, a sophisticated floor plan, and elegant design details in the desirable Aragon neighborhood of San Mateo. On the first floor, the living room features a stone fireplace, barrel ceilings, and a large bay window with light throughout the day. Across the hall, the formal dining room accommodates a large group for entertaining. The sizeable eat-in kitchen has an island, tile floors and stone countertops as well as French doors that open onto a deck. The second floor contains the primary bedroom with abundant closet space, built in desk, and a window seat. This floor also has a bright second bedroom with plenty of closet space. The third floor includes a bedroom with built-ins, and second full bathroom. The lower level has a charming office/game room and half bathroom with French doors leading to the backyard. The extraordinary backyard boasts a gorgeous trellis, lawn, patio, deck and entertainment bar. The property offers convenient access to downtown San Mateo, commute routes, and a strong school system.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
5,000 sq ftLot Size
$1,655Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Maria Scott•DRE #01281152• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 650-207-9841
Bought with Sandi Smith•DRE #01261980• Gateway Properties
NEW PRICE. .. NEW OPPORTUNITY! Discover Aragon's charming Avila Road. Snuggled on a quiet block in one of San Mateo's premier neighborhoods, this 1937 home retains its classic style while offering today's most desired upgrades. Elegant formal rooms, newly remodeled kitchen, cozy family room, level accessible yard and great schools too!
Public Records
Mar 28, 2007
Sold
$1,539,000
$775/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 1979
Sold
$151,000
$76/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$41,956 (+63.2%)
$2,685,116 + $930,273
$3,615,389
2024
$25,701 (+1.9%)
$2,632,467 + $912,033
$3,544,500
2023
$25,224 (+1.4%)
$1,055,314 + $1,055,314
$2,110,628
2022
$24,867 (+0.4%)
$1,034,622 + $1,034,622
$2,069,244
2021
$24,777 (+4.0%)
$1,014,336 + $1,014,336
$2,028,672
2020
$23,820 (+3.2%)
$994,448 + $994,448
$1,988,896
2019
$23,089 (+3.4%)
$984,252 + $984,252
$1,968,504
2018
$22,323 (+11.3%)
$964,953 + $964,953
$1,929,906
2017
$20,066 (−0.3%)
$850,000 + $850,000
$1,700,000
2016
$20,125 (+12.9%)
$850,000 + $850,000
$1,700,000
2015
$17,820 (+5.4%)
$850,000 + $850,000
$1,700,000
2014
$16,900 (+1.6%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2012
$16,637 (+0.9%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2011
$16,494 (+0.3%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2010
$16,452 (−11.9%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2009
$18,677 (+5.9%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2008
$17,633
$819,500 + $819,500
$1,639,000
Tax history for 121 Avila Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$41,956 (+63.2%)
$2,685,116 + $930,273
$3,615,389
2024
$25,701 (+1.9%)
$2,632,467 + $912,033
$3,544,500
2023
$25,224 (+1.4%)
$1,055,314 + $1,055,314
$2,110,628
2022
$24,867 (+0.4%)
$1,034,622 + $1,034,622
$2,069,244
2021
$24,777 (+4.0%)
$1,014,336 + $1,014,336
$2,028,672
2020
$23,820 (+3.2%)
$994,448 + $994,448
$1,988,896
2019
$23,089 (+3.4%)
$984,252 + $984,252
$1,968,504
2018
$22,323 (+11.3%)
$964,953 + $964,953
$1,929,906
2017
$20,066 (−0.3%)
$850,000 + $850,000
$1,700,000
2016
$20,125 (+12.9%)
$850,000 + $850,000
$1,700,000
2015
$17,820 (+5.4%)
$850,000 + $850,000
$1,700,000
2014
$16,900 (+1.6%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2012
$16,637 (+0.9%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2011
$16,494 (+0.3%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2010
$16,452 (−11.9%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2009
$18,677 (+5.9%)
$703,000 + $703,000
$1,406,000
2008
$17,633
$819,500 + $819,500
$1,639,000
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1952
Sq. Ft.
1,620
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
034263050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
R1C
Single-Family Residence Districts
The R1 Single-Family Residence Districts are intended to create, preserve and enhance areas suitable for single-family dwellings with a substantial presence of open space and opportunities for outdoor living. The R1 districts are intended to protect the character and variety of neighborhoods, preserve privacy and prevent burdens on public facilities, while allowing reasonable housing opportunities for families.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Mobile home park
Oct 1, 2021 • Final
Single family (alteration/repair) - foundation repair
Perform construction work in accordance with the approved plan set and the California Existing Building Code.
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 1
Garage (Maximum): 1
Parking Description: Attached Garage, On Street
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower
Room Information
Den/Study/Office
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Granite), Dishwasher, Island, Microwave, Oven Range (Gas), Refrigerator(s)
Interior Features
Laundry: In Garage, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced Back
Roof: Composition, Tar and Gravel
Building Information
Style: Traditional
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Post & Pier
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,987
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 74244
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.1148
Lot Description: Grade (Level)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: R1
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: Yes
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School: Baywood Elementary
Elementary School District: San Mateo-Foster City Elementary
Middle School: Borel Middle
High School: Aragon High
High School District: San Mateo Union High
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,620
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 1952
County: San Mateo County
APN: 034263050
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Baywood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Borel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Aragon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Local insights from Redfin agents
San Mateo stayed one of the Peninsula's busiest markets. Homes averaged 110% of asking price, and buyers continue to compete for updated homes in neighborhoods like Aragon, Baywood and Beresford Park.