242 Amherst Avenue

San Mateo, CA 94402

$3,100,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,960 Sq. Ft.
$1,582 / Sq. Ft.
1,960
Sq. Ft.
$1,582
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to Baywood Haven - a fully renovated Mid-Century Modern home on lower Baywood's premier street just blocks to downtown amenities. A rare jewel in this neighborhood of some of the finest homes, set on a large corner lot wrapped with tall privacy hedges. Clean lines, floor-to-ceiling windows, paneled & beamed ceiling in the kitchen are signatures of the Mid-Century design. Wonderfully open & flowing floor plan with counter seating in the living/dining room that connects to the true Gourmet...Welcome to Baywood Haven - a fully renovated Mid-Century Modern home on lower Baywood's premier street just blocks to downtown amenities. A rare jewel in this neighborhood of some of the finest homes, set on a large corner lot wrapped with tall privacy hedges. Clean lines, floor-to-ceiling windows, paneled & beamed ceiling in the kitchen are signatures of the Mid-Century design. Wonderfully open & flowing floor plan with counter seating in the living/dining room that connects to the true Gourmet Kitchen. High-end appliances by Thermador and Wolf, space for casual dining, & multiple French doors to the grounds & central patio that doubles as an outdoor living room. 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms include the perfect guest quarters & lovely primary suite plus there is a 120 sq.ft. detached She Shed / Studio or Office. Luxurious livability for the Mid-Century Modern Aficionado in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods on the Peninsula. Perfect for daily living & celebratory gatherings!
  1. Listed by Alan Canas • DRE #01793936 • Brokerage DRE #01908304 • Coldwell Banker Realty • 415-298-8940

Property Details for 242 Amherst Avenue

MLS City Name
SAN MATEO
Building Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary, Modern / High Tech
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Neighborhood
Cross Street
Fairfax

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Alan Canas, DRE #01793936

Sold By Syme Group Real Estate Services, Scott Syme, DRE #00868157

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LISTING UPDATED: 12/01/2022 10:39 AM

Property Details for 242 Amherst Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #ML81912876
Days on Compass1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,450 SF
CountySan Mateo County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Alan Canas, DRE #01793936

Sold By Syme Group Real Estate Services, Scott Syme, DRE #00868157

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Building Information for 242 Amherst Avenue

Stories1Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,450 SF

Payment Calculator

$20,019 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$16,918

Property Taxes

$3,101

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 242 Amherst Avenue

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Artist Studio, Bonus / Hobby Room, Formal Entry, Office Area, Storage, Other
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower - 2+, Tile, Updated Bath
  • Bedrooms: 3.0
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Area, Dining Area in Living Room, Eat in Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Possible Bedrooms: .00
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 3
Features
  • Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Toilet
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Gas Log, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1960
  • Pool: No
  • Special Features: Parking
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows
  • Secondary Living Space SqFt: 120
  • Area Text: Baywood/Parrott Park
  • Property Faces: East
  • Roof: Tar and Gravel
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 242
  • Street Name: Amherst
  • Street Suffix: Avenue
  • Area ID: 438
Second Unit Information
  • Second Unit Description: She Shed-Office
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1960
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 72
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R10006
Location Information
  • City Limits: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 034-081-080
  • 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
  • Current Rent: $0
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: .22
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Courtyard, Fenced, Sprinklers - Lawn
Listing Info
Rental Info
  • Lease Type: Net

Property History for 242 Amherst Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 242 Amherst Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$2,240,000Additions$860,000Total$3,100,000
Tax Record2023$37,210 ($3,101 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,960 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,960 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,450 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950ZoningR10006CountySAN MATEOAPN034-081-080

Schools near 242 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

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Alan Canas, DRE #01793936

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