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Off market oct 2020 for $3.2M

$4,478,799

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•

3,149

sq ft

525 Fordham Rd, San Mateo, CA 94402

About this home

Classy, comfortable, and INVITING! 525 Fordham Road is a Mediterranean treasure. Occupying a prestigious location within the highly desirable Baywood neighborhood, this classic Mediterranean home is remarkable! The combination of traditional detailing and modern updates provide a comfortable and elegant atmosphere. The main level features 3 bedrooms, 2 full and one-half bathrooms, a gorgeous dramatic living room, beautiful formal dining room, breakfast room, and large chefs kitchen. Opening to the charming backyard, the lower level hosts the expansive family room, a full bathroom, large guest bedroom, office space, and laundry room. The ultimate recreational space! A private driveway leads to a detached, two-car garage, the house has storage galore, and this fabulous location is a leisurely stroll to award-winning Baywood Elementary, Borel Middle, and Aragon High schools, Central Park, and vibrant downtown San Mateo shopping and dining.

Single-familyProperty Type

1929Year Built

7,200 sq ftLot Size

$1,422Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Greg Damelio •DRE #01223334 • Compass

Contact: 650-245-8700

Bought with Simon Bhangal •DRE #01357760 • Redfin

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•Source:MLSListings #ML81807520

Redfin Estimate

$4,478,799

$1.3M since sold in October 2020$11K since September

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This home's estimate is 16.8% higher than the average sale price ($3.83M) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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B
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C
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D
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E
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F
4 beds3 baths1,740 sq ft
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Market trends in 94402, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

105.8%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$2.7M

$109K MoM

Avg. days on market

12d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 525 Fordham Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML81807520

Oct 2, 2020

Sold

$3,200,000

$1,016/sq ft

Sep 3, 2020

Pending

—

Aug 24, 2020

Listed

$3,080,000

$978/sq ft

MLSListings #ML80927692

Aug 11, 2009

Sold

$1,790,000

$568/sq ft

Jul 23, 2009

Pending

—

Jun 30, 2009

Contingent

—

Jun 8, 2009

Listed

$1,798,000

$571/sq ft

Fantastic Mediterranean home exudes style on one of Baywood’s premiere streets. Dramatic living room with coved ceilings & a grand mantel over the fireplace, European Country style eat-in kitchen w/ custom cabinetry & gourmet chef appliances, and a large DR. Spacious FR flows effortlessly to the landscaped yard & patio. Completely remodeled 4 bed 3.5 bath home with HW floors in a great location!

MLSListings #ML80220244

Jun 26, 2002

Sold

$1,300,000

$413/sq ft

May 21, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Apr 25, 2002

Listed

$1,299,000

$413/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 23, 2000

Sold

$1,200,000

$381/sq ft

MLSListings #ML80021633

Jun 23, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Jun 5, 2000

Sold

$1,200,000

$381/sq ft

May 23, 2000

Listed

$959,000

$305/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 21, 1996

Sold

$608,500

$193/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 11, 1984

Sold

$240,000

$76/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 11, 1984

Sold

$100,000

$32/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$40,973 (+1.0%)

$1,876,936 + $1,656,120

$3,533,056

2024

$40,586 (+2.5%)

$1,840,134 + $1,623,648

$3,463,782

2023

$39,581 (+1.1%)

$1,804,053 + $1,591,812

$3,395,865

2022

$39,159 (+1.1%)

$1,768,680 + $1,560,600

$3,329,280

2021

$38,746 (+48.4%)

$1,734,000 + $1,530,000

$3,264,000

2020

$26,101 (+4.3%)

$1,700,000 + $1,500,000

$3,200,000

2019

$25,030 (+3.6%)

$1,056,359 + $1,056,359

$2,112,718

2018

$24,149 (+0.9%)

$1,035,647 + $1,035,647

$2,071,294

2017

$23,942 (+2.6%)

$995,433 + $995,433

$1,990,866

2016

$23,328 (+3.0%)

$995,433 + $995,433

$1,990,866

2015

$22,638 (+2.2%)

$975,915 + $975,915

$1,951,830

2014

$22,146 (+4.2%)

$942,427 + $942,427

$1,884,854

2012

$21,257 (+2.8%)

$938,168 + $938,168

$1,876,336

2011

$20,679 (+0.4%)

$919,773 + $919,773

$1,839,546

2010

$20,605 (+21.0%)

$901,739 + $901,739

$1,803,478

2009

$17,031 (+3.6%)

$895,000 + $895,000

$1,790,000

2008

$16,442

$745,669 + $745,669

$1,491,338

Tax history for 525 Fordham Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$40,973 (+1.0%)

$1,876,936 + $1,656,120

$3,533,056

2024

$40,586 (+2.5%)

$1,840,134 + $1,623,648

$3,463,782

2023

$39,581 (+1.1%)

$1,804,053 + $1,591,812

$3,395,865

2022

$39,159 (+1.1%)

$1,768,680 + $1,560,600

$3,329,280

2021

$38,746 (+48.4%)

$1,734,000 + $1,530,000

$3,264,000

2020

$26,101 (+4.3%)

$1,700,000 + $1,500,000

$3,200,000

2019

$25,030 (+3.6%)

$1,056,359 + $1,056,359

$2,112,718

2018

$24,149 (+0.9%)

$1,035,647 + $1,035,647

$2,071,294

2017

$23,942 (+2.6%)

$995,433 + $995,433

$1,990,866

2016

$23,328 (+3.0%)

$995,433 + $995,433

$1,990,866

2015

$22,638 (+2.2%)

$975,915 + $975,915

$1,951,830

2014

$22,146 (+4.2%)

$942,427 + $942,427

$1,884,854

2012

$21,257 (+2.8%)

$938,168 + $938,168

$1,876,336

2011

$20,679 (+0.4%)

$919,773 + $919,773

$1,839,546

2010

$20,605 (+21.0%)

$901,739 + $901,739

$1,803,478

2009

$17,031 (+3.6%)

$895,000 + $895,000

$1,790,000

2008

$16,442

$745,669 + $745,669

$1,491,338

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,200

Year renovated

1940

Sq. Ft.

3,149

Year built

1929

Style

Single Family Residential

County

San Mateo County

APN

034104210

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views

Last updated by owner on Nov 20, 2021.

R1B

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

May 4, 2023 • Final

Single family (alteration/repair) - kitchen & bath remodel (flat)

Remodel a guest bathroom shower by removing the existing one-piece fiberglass unit. Remove and replace the shower valve. Install a new waterproof acrylic shower pan and waterproof solid surface walls.

Bathroom

Plumbing

Remodel

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Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Detached, Gate/Door Opener, Off-Street Parking
Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite/Retreat

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Bath(s)

Room Information
Attic, Storage
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Cooktop (Gas), Countertop (Stone), Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Oven (Built-In), Refrigerator(s)

Interior Features
Laundry: Inside, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Whole House Fan
Heating: Central Forced Air

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: City Lights, Neighborhood
Fencing: Fenced Back
Roof: Tile
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Balcony/Patio, Deck, Fenced, Sprinkler(s) (Auto)

Building Information
Style: Mediterranean
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame
Concrete Perimeter and Slab

Property Features
Amenities: Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,149

Property Information
Property Primary ID: 278012

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.1653
Lot Description: Grade (Gently Sloped)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R10006

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: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,149
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 7,200 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 1940
County: San Mateo County
APN: 034104210
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views

Home facts updated by owner on Nov 20, 2021

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes

Around this home

Schools

Baywood Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

Borel Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Aragon High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 86° expected this year, 15 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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$4.26M – $5.15M

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Home values near 525 Fordham Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
520 Fordham Rd, San Mateo, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3340 Sq. Ft.	$3,512,852
523 Fordham Rd, San Mateo, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3220 Sq. Ft.	$3,890,623

Address	Redfin Estimate
600 Fordham Rd, San Mateo, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1830 Sq. Ft.	$3,236,485
603 Fordham Rd, San Mateo, CA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3890 Sq. Ft.	$4,972,327

Address	Redfin Estimate
540 Fordham Rd, San Mateo, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2672 Sq. Ft.	$3,744,443
545 Fordham Rd, San Mateo, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2866 Sq. Ft.	$4,531,080

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