638 Oregon Ave

$3,999,000
Price
4
Beds
2,585 Sq. Ft.
$1,547 / Sq. Ft.
2,585
Sq. Ft.
$1,547
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Reimagined from the ground up, 638 Oregon Avenue pairs timeless craftsmanship with modern living. Interiors boast nine-foot ceilings, crown molding, wainscoting, and custom-built cabinetry that showcase meticulous attention to detail. Designer lighting and a chefs kitchen set the tone for effortless everyday living and entertaining. This residence has been thoughtfully outfitted with an array of smart home technologies for seamless convenience, including Sonos speakers in every room, Lutron RA lighting...Reimagined from the ground up, 638 Oregon Avenue pairs timeless craftsmanship with modern living. Interiors boast nine-foot ceilings, crown molding, wainscoting, and custom-built cabinetry that showcase meticulous attention to detail. Designer lighting and a chefs kitchen set the tone for effortless everyday living and entertaining. This residence has been thoughtfully outfitted with an array of smart home technologies for seamless convenience, including Sonos speakers in every room, Lutron RA lighting controls, Nest thermostats, Hue exterior motion lights, and remote-controlled solar shades on both the backyard and upper landing. Every comfort has been considered: heated tile floors in the primary and guest bathrooms, radiant floor heating, central air conditioning, and a whole-house water filtration system with a brand-new tank. Additional features include a tankless water heater, a central vacuum system, and a two-car garage with ample storage. Set just blocks from award-winning Baywood Elementary and Aragon High School, this exceptional home offers refined living in one of San Mateos most sought-after neighborhoods.
  1. Listed by Phil Chen • DRE #01715177 • Brokerage DRE #02101181 • Christie's International Real Estate Sereno • 415-271-1920

Property Details for 638 Oregon Avenue

MLS City Name
San Mateo
Building Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
2
View
Bay
Cross Street
Bucknell
LISTING UPDATED: 12/08/2025 03:20 AM

Property Details for 638 Oregon Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #ML82025329
Days on Compass55
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,000 SF
CountySan Mateo County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, Phil Chen, DRE #01715177
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Building Information for 638 Oregon Avenue

Stories1Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$23,593 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$19,760

Property Taxes

$3,833

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 638 Oregon Avenue

Features
Room Information
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Granite, Stall Shower, Shower and Tub, Tile, Tub, Stone, Updated Bath
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Marble, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Cooktop - Gas, Garbage Disposal, Hookups - Gas, Hood Over Range, Island, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Walk-in Closet, Video / Audio System, High Ceiling
  • Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Ceiling Insulation, Energy Star Appliances, Tankless Water Heater, Energy Star HVAC, Energy Star Lighting, Smart Home System, Double Pane Windows
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Laundry: Upper Floor
  • Living SqFt: 2585
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Heating: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer Septic: Other
  • Utilities: Other
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Off-Street Parking
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows, Stone
  • Area Text: Baywood Knolls
  • Roof: Other
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 638
  • Street Name: Oregon
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 437
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 2585
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 77
Development Information
  • Construction Type: Stone, Wood
  • Zoning Detail: R10006
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 034-052-190
  • County Name: San Mateo
  • City Name: San Mateo
  • City Postal ID: 62
  • Postal Code: 94402
  • Elementary School District: 938
  • High School District Text: San Mateo Union High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Other
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .14
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Sprinklers - Lawn, Sprinklers - Auto

Property History for 638 Oregon Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML82025329

$3,999,000
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82025329

$3,999,000
Oct 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82025329

$4,200,000
Oct 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82025329

$4,200,000
Aug 19, 2019

Sold

MLSListings #ML81765087

$3,400,000
Aug 19, 2019

Pending

MLSListings #ML81765087

Aug 18, 2019

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81765087

$3,400,000
Jul 30, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #651562059

$3,400,000

+20.4% / yr

Mar 2, 2016

Sold

EBRD #ML81547651

$2,850,000
Mar 2, 2016

Sold

MLSListings #ML81547651

$2,850,000
Feb 3, 2016

Pending

EBRD #ML81547651

Feb 3, 2016

Pending

MLSListings #ML81547651

Jan 20, 2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81547651

$2,850,000
Jan 20, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81547651

$2,850,000
Sep 14, 2012

Sold

MLSListings #ML81229810

$950,000
Sep 14, 2012

Sold

RESFAR #81229810

$950,000
Sep 14, 2012

Sold

EBRD #ML81229810

$950,000
Sep 11, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #338893333

$950,000
Aug 11, 2012

Pending

EBRD #ML81229810

Aug 11, 2012

Pending

RESFAR #81229810

Aug 11, 2012

Pending

MLSListings #ML81229810

Aug 9, 2012

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81229810

$908,500
Aug 9, 2012

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81229810

$908,500
Aug 9, 2012

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81229810

$908,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2025

Price Change

EBRD #ML82025329

$3,999,000
12/01/2025

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82025329

$3,999,000
10/20/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML82025329

$4,200,000
10/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82025329

$4,200,000
08/19/2019

Sold

MLSListings #ML81765087

$3,400,000
08/19/2019

Pending

MLSListings #ML81765087

08/18/2019

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81765087

$3,400,000
07/30/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #651562059

$3,400,000

+20.4% / yr

03/02/2016

Sold

EBRD #ML81547651

$2,850,000
03/02/2016

Sold

MLSListings #ML81547651

$2,850,000
02/03/2016

Pending

EBRD #ML81547651

02/03/2016

Pending

MLSListings #ML81547651

01/20/2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81547651

$2,850,000
01/20/2016

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81547651

$2,850,000
09/14/2012

Sold

MLSListings #ML81229810

$950,000
09/14/2012

Sold

RESFAR #81229810

$950,000
09/14/2012

Sold

EBRD #ML81229810

$950,000
09/11/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #338893333

$950,000
08/11/2012

Pending

EBRD #ML81229810

08/11/2012

Pending

RESFAR #81229810

08/11/2012

Pending

MLSListings #ML81229810

08/09/2012

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #81229810

$908,500
08/09/2012

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81229810

$908,500
08/09/2012

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81229810

$908,500

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

Public Records for 638 Oregon Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,640,468Additions$2,077,925Total$3,718,393
Tax Record2024$45,991 ($3,833 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,430 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,430 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated2016ZoningR10006CountySAN MATEOAPN034-052-190

Schools near 638 Oregon 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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638 Oregon Avenue is a single family home for sale in San Mateo, CA 94402. This property was listed for sale on October 20, 2025 by Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, it's currently listed at $3,999,000. It has been on the market for a total of 55 days and was last sold on August 19, 2019. This listing's school districts are San Mateo-Foster City School District, San Mateo Union High School District. Nearby schools include Baywood Elementary School, Borel Middle School and Aragon High School. 638 Oregon Avenue is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,585 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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Listing Courtesy of Christie's International Real Estate Sereno, Phil Chen, DRE #01715177

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