This classic Tudor-style home has been updated with modern styling and amenities and is located on a beautiful tree-lined street in a prestigious Peninsula neighborhood. Formal entryway leads to an inviting living room with hardwood floors, beamed ceilings and a marble fireplace. The formal dining room opens to the gorgeously-remodeled gourmet kitchen with top of-the-line appliances, including a Bertazzoni Heritage Collection 6-burner oven, wine fridge and large center island. This generous lot frames a private setting for relaxation or play with 2 patios along with a fabulous yard with lush grass and pavers perfect for entertaining. Excellent proximity to downtown San Mateo shops, parks , transportation and top schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
7,200 sq ftLot Size
$1,323Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Karson•DRE #01775831• Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Contact: 650-759-4644
Bought with Sandra Comaroto•DRE #01791546• Compass
This classic Tudor-style home has been updated with modern styling and amenities and is located on a beautiful tree-lined street in a prestigious Peninsula neighborhood. Formal entryway leads to an inviting living room with hardwood floors, beamed ceilings and a marble fireplace. The formal dining room opens to the gorgeously-remodeled gourmet kitchen with top of-the-line appliances, including a Bertazzoni Heritage Collection 6-burner oven, wine fridge and large center island. This generous lot frames a private setting for relaxation or play with 2 patios along with a fabulous yard with lush grass and pavers perfect for entertaining. Excellent proximity to downtown San Mateo shops, parks , transportation and top schools.
MLSListings #ML81643918
May 24, 2017
Sold
$2,220,000
$639/sq ft
Apr 24, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 31, 2017
Listed
$2,499,000
$719/sq ft
+24
Beautiful Baywood English Tudor. Built in 1930 it maintains all its original integrity. The stellar craftsmenship will not disappoint. 5 Bed 3 bath with separate Maids/Nanny quarters, or in law area. Walk in closets in every large bedroom, high ceilings, original herringbone hardwood floors, large deck for entertaining w/ SF Bay Area view. Room to expand with an abundance of unfinished attic space and basement. Rare large lot with private parking in the back. Walking distance to downtown San Mateo and within top rated Baywood Schools. On the market for the first time in 40 years. Homes rarely come up for sale on this street! Will fly off the market fast!
Public Records
Feb 4, 1974
Sold
$79,000
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$39,195 (+2.1%)
$2,147,081 + $1,160,583
$3,307,664
2024
$38,375 (+2.4%)
$2,104,982 + $1,137,827
$3,242,809
2023
$37,474 (+1.2%)
$2,063,708 + $1,115,517
$3,179,225
2022
$37,041 (+0.4%)
$2,023,244 + $1,093,645
$3,116,889
2021
$36,893 (+3.9%)
$1,983,573 + $1,072,201
$3,055,774
2020
$35,507 (+3.6%)
$1,944,680 + $1,051,178
$2,995,858
2019
$34,287 (+29.9%)
$1,924,740 + $1,040,400
$2,965,140
2018
$26,386 (+589.2%)
$1,887,000 + $1,020,000
$2,907,000
2017
$3,829 (+5.2%)
$43,296 + $139,724
$183,020
2016
$3,638 (+12.1%)
$43,296 + $139,724
$183,020
2015
$3,244 (+13.3%)
$42,448 + $136,985
$179,433
2014
$2,864 (+1.4%)
$40,992 + $132,285
$173,277
2012
$2,826 (+14.7%)
$40,807 + $131,688
$172,495
2011
$2,464 (−1.7%)
$40,007 + $129,106
$169,113
2010
$2,506 (+9.3%)
$39,223 + $126,575
$165,798
2009
$2,293 (−4.6%)
$38,930 + $125,630
$164,560
2008
$2,405
$39,023 + $125,929
$164,952
Tax history for 609 Fordham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$39,195 (+2.1%)
$2,147,081 + $1,160,583
$3,307,664
2024
$38,375 (+2.4%)
$2,104,982 + $1,137,827
$3,242,809
2023
$37,474 (+1.2%)
$2,063,708 + $1,115,517
$3,179,225
2022
$37,041 (+0.4%)
$2,023,244 + $1,093,645
$3,116,889
2021
$36,893 (+3.9%)
$1,983,573 + $1,072,201
$3,055,774
2020
$35,507 (+3.6%)
$1,944,680 + $1,051,178
$2,995,858
2019
$34,287 (+29.9%)
$1,924,740 + $1,040,400
$2,965,140
2018
$26,386 (+589.2%)
$1,887,000 + $1,020,000
$2,907,000
2017
$3,829 (+5.2%)
$43,296 + $139,724
$183,020
2016
$3,638 (+12.1%)
$43,296 + $139,724
$183,020
2015
$3,244 (+13.3%)
$42,448 + $136,985
$179,433
2014
$2,864 (+1.4%)
$40,992 + $132,285
$173,277
2012
$2,826 (+14.7%)
$40,807 + $131,688
$172,495
2011
$2,464 (−1.7%)
$40,007 + $129,106
$169,113
2010
$2,506 (+9.3%)
$39,223 + $126,575
$165,798
2009
$2,293 (−4.6%)
$38,930 + $125,630
$164,560
2008
$2,405
$39,023 + $125,929
$164,952
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,200 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1945
Sq. Ft.
2,960
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Mateo County
APN
034104160
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
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
Feb 14, 2022 • Final
Electrical, plumbing & mechanical - plumbing
Gas
Plumbing
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport (Minimum): 2
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Room Information
Family Room Description: Other (See Remarks)
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Island
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,475
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 583614
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.1653
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R10006
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer Available
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: San Mateo-Foster City Elementary
High School District: San Mateo Union High
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,960
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,200 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1945
County: San Mateo County
APN: 034104160
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
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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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.