Built in 1959 by the renowned builder Joseph Eichler, this home stands as a testament to his mid-century modern design philosophy. Located on a generous size lot, the updated home remains a pristine example of Eichlers vision of boldness, change, and optimism offering superb indoor-outdoor living. Freshly painted inside and out, the home begins with a signature atrium that serves as a central outdoor living space, filling the adjacent interior spaces with natural light through sliding glass doors and windows on three sides. The main living areas have been reimagined to include a designer kitchen and great room in one airy open space, an adjoining living room with fireplace, and a formal dining room. The great room is sure to be a gathering hub with floor-to-ceiling window/ doors showcasing a sparkling pool and spa that is graced with a privacy surround of foliage, flowers and trees. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home also enjoys Bay and City views along with the amenities of the Highlands community. Easy access to 280 and 92 down to 101.
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
8,800 sq ftLot Size
$1,797Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Chad Krakow•DRE #01031528• Krakow Company
Contact: 650-222-7090
Bought with Jeanne Valera•DRE #01490209• Coldwell Banker Realty
Atrium off the entry door leads to kitchen/family room. To the left is the living room and dining area. All four bedrooms are located on the right side of the home. The backyard has a pool. Two car attached garage.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Steven Tillotson
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1531 Forge Rd
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82018948
Sep 15, 2025
Sold
$2,750,000
$1,528/sq ft
Sep 15, 2025
Sold
$2,750,000
$1,528/sq ft
Aug 27, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 27, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 22, 2025
Listed
$2,398,000
$1,332/sq ft
Aug 21, 2025
Listed
$2,398,000
$1,332/sq ft
Built in 1959 by the renowned builder Joseph Eichler, this home stands as a testament to his mid-century modern design philosophy. Located on a generous size lot, the updated home remains a pristine example of Eichlers vision of boldness, change, and optimism offering superb indoor-outdoor living. Freshly painted inside and out, the home begins with a signature atrium that serves as a central outdoor living space, filling the adjacent interior spaces with natural light through sliding glass doors and windows on three sides. The main living areas have been reimagined to include a designer kitchen and great room in one airy open space, an adjoining living room with fireplace, and a formal dining room. The great room is sure to be a gathering hub with floor-to-ceiling window/doors showcasing a sparkling pool and spa that is graced with a privacy surround of foliage, flowers and trees. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home also enjoys Bay and City views along with the amenities of the Highlands community. Easy access to 280 and 92 down to 101.
MLSListings #ML81763865
Oct 21, 2019
Sold
$1,790,000
$994/sq ft
Oct 21, 2019
Sold
$1,790,000
$994/sq ft
Sep 29, 2019
Pending
—
Sep 16, 2019
Price Changed
$1,849,888
$1,028/sq ft
Aug 8, 2019
Listed
$1,999,888
$1,111/sq ft
Aug 8, 2019
Listed
$1,849,888
$1,028/sq ft
Huge Price Reduction! Beautiful Eichler home in the San Mateo Highlands. This very desirable atrium model features 4 bedrooms and 2 baths and allows for an abundance of natural light. The charming kitchen opens to the family room featuring walls of windows leading to the private yard with swimming pool as well as the atrium. Separate dining room and large living room with fireplace. Large 2 car garage. Indoor laundry room. Newer roof (2018), new system for the radiant heated floors, upgraded electrical service. This home sits on large lot at approximately 8,800 sf with mature landscaping, and flower gardens, and on a quiet street within walking distance to Highlands Elementary School, and easy access to 280 freeway, Crystal Springs Shopping Center, and Highlands Recreation Center.
Public Records
Nov 16, 1987
Sold
$285,000
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 2, 1983
Sold
$100,000
$56/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1979
Sold
$138,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,798 (+1.5%)
$1,755,000 + $995,000
$2,750,000
2024
$23,448 (+2.1%)
$1,421,738 + $535,884
$1,957,622
2023
$22,976 (+1.6%)
$1,393,861 + $525,377
$1,919,238
2022
$22,620 (+1.6%)
$1,366,531 + $515,076
$1,881,607
2021
$22,254 (+3.1%)
$1,339,737 + $504,977
$1,844,714
2020
$21,585 (+212.0%)
$1,313,468 + $495,076
$1,808,544
2019
$6,917 (+2.4%)
$1,300,000 + $490,000
$1,790,000
2018
$6,752 (+1.9%)
$171,576 + $317,434
$489,010
2017
$6,628 (+1.8%)
$164,914 + $305,108
$470,022
2016
$6,511 (+1.8%)
$164,914 + $305,108
$470,022
2015
$6,393 (+2.0%)
$161,681 + $299,126
$460,807
2014
$6,266 (+2.3%)
$156,134 + $288,862
$444,996
2012
$6,122 (+4.0%)
$155,429 + $287,557
$442,986
2011
$5,886 (+1.1%)
$152,382 + $281,919
$434,301
2010
$5,821 (+4.2%)
$149,395 + $276,392
$425,787
2009
$5,586 (+3.9%)
$148,279 + $274,327
$422,606
2008
$5,376
$148,632 + $274,979
$423,611
Tax history for 1531 Forge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,798 (+1.5%)
$1,755,000 + $995,000
$2,750,000
2024
$23,448 (+2.1%)
$1,421,738 + $535,884
$1,957,622
2023
$22,976 (+1.6%)
$1,393,861 + $525,377
$1,919,238
2022
$22,620 (+1.6%)
$1,366,531 + $515,076
$1,881,607
2021
$22,254 (+3.1%)
$1,339,737 + $504,977
$1,844,714
2020
$21,585 (+212.0%)
$1,313,468 + $495,076
$1,808,544
2019
$6,917 (+2.4%)
$1,300,000 + $490,000
$1,790,000
2018
$6,752 (+1.9%)
$171,576 + $317,434
$489,010
2017
$6,628 (+1.8%)
$164,914 + $305,108
$470,022
2016
$6,511 (+1.8%)
$164,914 + $305,108
$470,022
2015
$6,393 (+2.0%)
$161,681 + $299,126
$460,807
2014
$6,266 (+2.3%)
$156,134 + $288,862
$444,996
2012
$6,122 (+4.0%)
$155,429 + $287,557
$442,986
2011
$5,886 (+1.1%)
$152,382 + $281,919
$434,301
2010
$5,821 (+4.2%)
$149,395 + $276,392
$425,787
2009
$5,586 (+3.9%)
$148,279 + $274,327
$422,606
2008
$5,376
$148,632 + $274,979
$423,611
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1969
Sq. Ft.
1,800
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
041041230
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Dec 6, 2013 • Final
Building
Tear off the existing roof and install new insulation and a built-up roofing system. The new roof must be rated class B or better.
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 Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Gas Log
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Radiant Floors
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Bay, Water
Roof: Other (See Remarks)
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Other
Pool Information
Has Pool
Pool Description: In-Ground
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.202
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R10008
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Private/Mutual
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: San Mateo-Foster City Elementary
High School District: San Mateo Union High
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,800
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1969
County: San Mateo County
APN: 041041230
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Highlands Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Borel Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
Aragon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 85° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$3.07M – $3.72M
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