241 42nd Ave

$2,998,888
Price
5
Beds
2,855 Sq. Ft.
$1,050 / Sq. Ft.
2,855
Sq. Ft.
$1,050
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Magnificent 5-bedroom estate located in the highly desirable neighborhood. As you step inside, you are greeted by an abundance of natural light pouring through a huge picture window, illuminating the elegant living room & dining area. The heart of the home is the open chefs kitchen and great room combo with a vaulted ceiling, skylights, high-end cabinets, granite countertops, massive kitchen island, surround sound for 3 TVs, perfect for both luxury daily living and grand-scale gatherings. The secluded...Magnificent 5-bedroom estate located in the highly desirable neighborhood. As you step inside, you are greeted by an abundance of natural light pouring through a huge picture window, illuminating the elegant living room & dining area. The heart of the home is the open chefs kitchen and great room combo with a vaulted ceiling, skylights, high-end cabinets, granite countertops, massive kitchen island, surround sound for 3 TVs, perfect for both luxury daily living and grand-scale gatherings. The secluded master suite completed with a den, spacious bathroom with a bathtub for ultimate relaxation. On the opposite side of the home, a separate wing has 4 bedrooms, 2 with en-suite, hallway bathroom with a jacuzzi, providing privacy and ample space for a large family or guests. Sprawling over 14,000 sf lot. One-of-a-kind backyard has an amazing cascading river waterfall that leads to the top of the hill with a panoramic view of the Bay. At the top is a venue features a Disneyland-inspired bar, TV, BBQ grill, a kitchen with a microwave, 2 refrigerators, a hot tub and even a toilet. Ideal location midway between San Francisco and Silicon Valley. This highly loved home is your personal sanctuary and the ultimate venue for hosting unforgettable events with views that will capture your heart.
  1. Listed by Jeannie Hu • DRE #01261536 • Brokerage DRE #00840464 • Realty World Dominion • 650-400-8007

Property Details for 241 42nd Avenue

MLS City Name
SAN MATEO
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
0
View
Bay, Bridge, City Lights
Cross Street
Alameda De Las P

Open Houses

Saturday, Dec 13th

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

Sunday, Dec 14th

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 12/11/2025 03:30 PM

Property Details for 241 42nd Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #ML82021452
Days on Compass92
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,257 SF
CountySan Mateo County

Location

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Building Information for 241 42nd Avenue

Stories1Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.33 AC / 14,257 SF

Payment Calculator

$17,446 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,819

Property Taxes

$2,627

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 241 42nd Avenue

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Basement - Finished, Basement - Unfinished, Den / Study / Office, Great Room, Storage
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Granite, Oversized Tub, Primary - Tub with Jets, Split Bath, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom, Tub with Jets, Updated Bath
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Primary Bedroom, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+, Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Dining Area in Living Room, Dining Bar, Eat in Kitchen
  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hookups - Gas, Hookups - Ice Maker, Island, Microwave, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 0
Features
  • Amenities: High Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Video / Audio System, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar
  • Communications: Audio / Video Prewired
  • Energy Features: Energy Star HVAC, Skylight
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Laundry: Gas Hookup, In Garage, Tub / Sink, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 2855
  • Pool: No
  • Pool Type: Spa - Above Ground, Spa - Electric, Spa - Fiberglass, Spa - Jetted, Spa / Hot Tub
  • Security Features: Fire System - Sprinkler, Secured Garage / Parking, Security Alarm
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central AC, Multi-Zone
  • Heating: Central Forced Air, Fireplace
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Property Condition: Built / Remodeled Green
  • Area Text: Westwood Knolls Etc.
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 241
  • Street Name: 42nd
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 425
Second Unit Information
  • Second Unit Description: Hilltop bar
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 2855
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 70
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco
  • Zoning Detail: R10006
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 042-251-070
  • County Name: San Mateo
  • City Name: SAN MATEO
  • City Postal ID: 62
  • Postal Code: 94403
  • Elementary School: 652
  • Elementary School District: 938
  • Middle School Text: Abbott Middle
  • High School District Text: San Mateo Union High
  • High School Text: Hillsdale High
Lot Information
  • Fencing: Fenced, Gate, Wood
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .33
  • Lot Description: Grade - Gently Sloped, Grade - Sloped Up, Views
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, BBQ Area, Deck, Fenced, Outdoor Kitchen

Property History for 241 42nd Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82021452

$2,998,888
Sep 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82021452

$2,998,888
Jul 31, 2017

Sold

EBRD #ML81656557

$2,280,000
Jul 31, 2017

Sold

MLSListings #ML81656557

$2,280,000
Jul 17, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #602623229

$2,280,000
Jun 30, 2017

Pending

MLSListings #ML81656557

Jun 30, 2017

Pending

EBRD #ML81656557

Jun 19, 2017

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81656557

$2,195,000
Jun 19, 2017

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81656557

$2,195,000
Nov 5, 2000

Withdrawn

RESFAR #80028858

Aug 23, 2000

Sold

EBRD #ML80032750

$699,950
Aug 23, 2000

Sold

RESFAR #80032750

$699,950
Aug 23, 2000

Sold

MLSListings #ML80032750

$699,950
Aug 4, 2000

Pending

RESFAR #80032750

Aug 4, 2000

Pending

MLSListings #ML80032750

Aug 4, 2000

Pending

EBRD #ML80032750

Jul 27, 2000

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80032750

$649,950
Jul 27, 2000

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80028858

Jul 27, 2000

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80032750

$649,950
Jul 27, 2000

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80028858

Jul 27, 2000

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80032750

$649,950
Jul 5, 2000

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80028858

$599,000
Jul 5, 2000

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80028858

$599,000
Jul 5, 2000

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80028858

$599,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/12/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82021452

$2,998,888
09/12/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82021452

$2,998,888
07/31/2017

Sold

EBRD #ML81656557

$2,280,000
07/31/2017

Sold

MLSListings #ML81656557

$2,280,000
07/17/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #602623229

$2,280,000
06/30/2017

Pending

MLSListings #ML81656557

06/30/2017

Pending

EBRD #ML81656557

06/19/2017

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81656557

$2,195,000
06/19/2017

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81656557

$2,195,000
11/05/2000

Withdrawn

RESFAR #80028858

08/23/2000

Sold

EBRD #ML80032750

$699,950
08/23/2000

Sold

RESFAR #80032750

$699,950
08/23/2000

Sold

MLSListings #ML80032750

$699,950
08/04/2000

Pending

RESFAR #80032750

08/04/2000

Pending

MLSListings #ML80032750

08/04/2000

Pending

EBRD #ML80032750

07/27/2000

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80032750

$649,950
07/27/2000

Withdrawn

MLSListings #ML80028858

07/27/2000

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80032750

$649,950
07/27/2000

Withdrawn

EBRD #ML80028858

07/27/2000

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80032750

$649,950
07/05/2000

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML80028858

$599,000
07/05/2000

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #80028858

$599,000
07/05/2000

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML80028858

$599,000

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

Public Records for 241 42nd Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,934,307Additions$659,938Total$2,594,245
Tax Record2024$31,521 ($2,627 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,777 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,777 SqFtStories1Lot Size14,257 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1981ZoningR10006CountySAN MATEOAPN042-251-070Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 241 42nd 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
Laurel Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Abbott Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hillsdale High School
Public9 to 12

Beach Park Elementary
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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241 42nd Avenue is a single family home for sale in San Mateo, CA 94403. This property was listed for sale on September 12, 2025 by Realty World Dominion, it's currently listed at $2,998,888. It has been on the market for a total of 92 days and was last sold on July 31, 2017. This listing's school districts are San Mateo-Foster City School District, San Mateo Union High School District. Nearby schools include Laurel Elementary School, Abbott Middle School and Hillsdale High School. 241 42nd Avenue is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 2,855 sqft single family home built in 1955.

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Listing Courtesy of Realty World Dominion, Jeannie Hu, DRE #01261536

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