236 Amherst Ave

$4,900,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3,150 Sq. Ft.
$1,556 / Sq. Ft.
3,150
Sq. Ft.
$1,556
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The height of Baywood elegance, 236 Amherst Avenue is a 1930 Spanish Revival that was entirely rebuilt less than a decade ago. With no expense spared, the property features new windows, electrical systems, designer appliances, and only the highest-end finishes. Architectural details such as a cathedral ceiling in the living room and a bedroom suite with a balcony layer old-world charm throughout the home. Refined taste transforms the spacious home, adding sophistication to the five bedrooms and three...The height of Baywood elegance, 236 Amherst Avenue is a 1930 Spanish Revival that was entirely rebuilt less than a decade ago. With no expense spared, the property features new windows, electrical systems, designer appliances, and only the highest-end finishes. Architectural details such as a cathedral ceiling in the living room and a bedroom suite with a balcony layer old-world charm throughout the home. Refined taste transforms the spacious home, adding sophistication to the five bedrooms and three bathrooms, formal living room and dining room, and additional living spaces. The oversized family room opens onto the thoughtfully designed outdoor lounge area and freshly landscaped backyard. The home also contains a bonus room and gym, a two-car garage, and ample storage space throughout. New landscaping enhances the beautiful exterior of the home. 236 Amherst is a comfortable and polished home within walking distance to the best of downtown San Mateo.
  1. Listed by Maria Scott • DRE #01281152 • Brokerage DRE #01908304 • Coldwell Banker Realty • 650-207-9841

Property Details for 236 Amherst Avenue

MLS City Name
SAN MATEO
Building Type
Detached
Style
Mediterranean
Garage Spaces
2
View
Neighborhood
Cross Street
Fairfax
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 02:24 PM

Property Details for 236 Amherst Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #ML82027591
Days on Compass1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,497 SF
CountySan Mateo County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Maria Scott, DRE #01281152

Sold By Compass, Michele Oravec, DRE #01999680

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Building Information for 236 Amherst Avenue

Stories3Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,497 SF

Payment Calculator

$27,553 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$24,213

Property Taxes

$3,340

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 236 Amherst Avenue

Features
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Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Formal Entry, Laundry Room, Storage, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Marble, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Marble, Microwave, Oven - Gas, Wine Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 3
Features
  • Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
  • Energy Features: Tankless Water Heater
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Stone, Other
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 3150
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: Fire System - Sprinkler
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Heating: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Electric Car Hookup, On Street
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Baywood/Parrott Park
  • Roof: Tile
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • TIC Agreement: No
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 236
  • Street Name: Amherst
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 438
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 3
  • Structure SqFt: 3150
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 95
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Zoning Detail: R10006
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 034-081-070
  • County Name: San Mateo
  • City Name: SAN MATEO
  • City Postal ID: 62
  • Postal Code: 94402
  • Elementary School: 608
  • Elementary School District: 938
  • Middle School Text: Borel Middle
  • High School District Text: San Mateo Union High
  • High School Text: Aragon High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Post and Pier
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .15
  • Lot Description: Grade - Mostly Level
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Fire Pit, Sprinklers - Auto

Property History for 236 Amherst Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 10, 2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82027591

$4,900,000
Dec 10, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82027591

$4,900,000
Nov 15, 2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82027591

Nov 15, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82027591

Nov 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82027591

$4,450,000
Nov 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82027591

$4,450,000
Apr 15, 2021

Sold

MLSListings #ML81833572

$3,900,000
Apr 15, 2021

Sold

EBRD #ML81833572

$3,900,000
Apr 8, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #696607225

$3,900,000

+12.0% / yr

Mar 16, 2021

Pending

EBRD #ML81833572

Mar 16, 2021

Pending

MLSListings #ML81833572

Mar 11, 2021

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81833572

$3,795,000
Mar 11, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81833572

$3,795,000
Apr 25, 2014

Sold

RESFAR #81409052

$1,770,000
Apr 25, 2014

Sold

MLSListings #ML81409052

$1,770,000
Apr 25, 2014

Sold

EBRD #ML81409052

$1,770,000
Apr 14, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #415353769

$1,770,000
Mar 28, 2014

Pending

EBRD #ML81409052

Mar 28, 2014

Pending

MLSListings #ML81409052

Mar 28, 2014

Pending

RESFAR #81409052

Mar 21, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81409052

$1,749,000
Mar 21, 2014

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81409052

$1,749,000
Mar 21, 2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81409052

$1,749,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/10/2025

Sold

EBRD #ML82027591

$4,900,000
12/10/2025

Sold

MLSListings #ML82027591

$4,900,000
11/15/2025

Pending

EBRD #ML82027591

11/15/2025

Pending

MLSListings #ML82027591

11/14/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82027591

$4,450,000
11/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82027591

$4,450,000
04/15/2021

Sold

MLSListings #ML81833572

$3,900,000
04/15/2021

Sold

EBRD #ML81833572

$3,900,000
04/08/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #696607225

$3,900,000

+12.0% / yr

03/16/2021

Pending

EBRD #ML81833572

03/16/2021

Pending

MLSListings #ML81833572

03/11/2021

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81833572

$3,795,000
03/11/2021

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81833572

$3,795,000
04/25/2014

Sold

RESFAR #81409052

$1,770,000
04/25/2014

Sold

MLSListings #ML81409052

$1,770,000
04/25/2014

Sold

EBRD #ML81409052

$1,770,000
04/14/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #415353769

$1,770,000
03/28/2014

Pending

EBRD #ML81409052

03/28/2014

Pending

MLSListings #ML81409052

03/28/2014

Pending

RESFAR #81409052

03/21/2014

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81409052

$1,749,000
03/21/2014

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81409052

$1,749,000
03/21/2014

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81409052

$1,749,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 236 Amherst Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,495,781Additions$1,972,643Total$3,468,424
Tax Record2024$40,086 ($3,340 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt3,150 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,150 SqFtStories3Lot Size6,497 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated2016ZoningR10006CountySAN MATEOAPN034-081-070Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 236 Amherst Avenue

This home is within San Mateo Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Baywood Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Borel Middle School
Public6 to 8

Aragon High School
Public9 to 12

College Park Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Maria Scott, DRE #01281152

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