Sold371d on market
1521 Birch Ave
San Mateo, CA, 94402 • Sunnybrae • San Mateo County
$1,760,000
$1492/sqft
3Beds
1Baths
1,180Sqft
0.11 acLot
1947Built
Property DNA
Country English,Ranch Style
Built 1947 · 79 years of history
Outdoor Living
Balcony/Patio
1-Car Garage
Attached · Enclosed · Garage Door Opener · Off Street · On Street
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
9 views
People checking out this listing
371 days on market
Established listing
$1,492/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1947
Charming newly refurbished single level residence on a quiet street in prime Sunnybrae neighborhood! Notable curb appeal highlighted by an abundance of fragrant tree roses & wide aggregate driveway. Formal tiled entry leads to spacious LVRM comprised of refinished hardwood floor, focal point fireplace & custom plantation shutters. DR has built-in China cabinets adjacent to an open style kitchen w tiled counters, abundant cabinetry & a 5 burner gas range stove top w vent hood. Versatile floor plan reveals a central hallway w recessed lights, skylight & built-in bookshelf w cabinets. Updated hallway bath offers enclosed shower w seating bench & built-in linen cabinet. Ample size bedrooms w new neutral wall to wall carpet. Dual pane windows, crown molding, fresh neutral decorator paint throughout, new light fixtures & easy maintenance luxury vinyl flooring. Aggregate rear side patio for year round outdoor entertaining. Sun-drenched level yard w area for adding a large vegetable garden. Orange, lemon & apple trees. Attached one car garage with laundry area, utility sink, work bench, storage cabinets + a pull down ladder leading to extensive storage above garage. Fabulous mid-peninsula location! Close to all commuter routes, Trader Joes & downtown SM amenities! Expansion potential!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights focal point fireplace, new light fixtures, and built-in bookshelf as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$11,083/month
Principal & Interest$8,736
Property Tax$1,760
Insurance$587
Down payment20% ($352,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.32% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,408,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1947
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingNone
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot4,725 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
StyleCountry English,Ranch
Year built1947
Stories1
Systems
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
Water / SewerPublic / Private Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street
Garage1 spaces
Fireplaces1
FencingBack Yard,Gate,Mixed Height Type,Not Surveyed,Wood
Lot4,725 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSunnybrae
ZoningR10006
Annual tax$3,686
Parcel035085110
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
One Or More Skylights
Appliances
Gas Cooktop
Dishwasher
Exhaust Fan
Disposal
Microwave
Self Cleaning Oven
Electric Oven/Range
Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Laminate
Vinyl Linoleum
Heating
Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
None
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
In Garage
Tub/Sink
Fireplace
Living Room
Wood Burning
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Back Yard
Barbecue
Fenced
Parking
Attached
Enclosed
Garage Door Opener
Off Street
On Street
Patio & Porch
Balcony/Patio
Lot Features
Mostly Level
Utilities
Natural Gas Available
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
IndividualGasMeters
NaturalGas
PublicUtilities
Other Structures
None
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Bedroom
GroundFloorBedroomBedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
SolidSurfaceStallShowerTileUpdatedBathsFullonGroundFloor
Dining Room
BreakfastRoomFormalDiningRoom
Family Room
NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
Countertop_TileExhaustFanPantry
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market371
Est. value$1,876,900
Est. rent$4,537/mo
Tax rate1.12%
Price/sqft$1492
On marketFeb 26, 2025
PostedFeb 26, 2025
Last sold$1,760,000
MLS updatedJan 29, 2026
Tour days6
Views9
How are the schools in San Mateo?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
San Mateo, CA, 94402
Price history
2 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 1, 2025Sold$1,760,000$1,492MLSListings Inc
Mar 20, 2025Pending Sale$1,548,000$1,312MLSListings Inc
Sold$1,760,000
Apr 1, 2025•$1,492/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Pending Sale$1,548,000
Mar 20, 2025•$1,312/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Tax history
26 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$3,686$94,865
Apr 8, 2024$3,950$93,006
Apr 8, 2023$3,274$91,183
Apr 8, 2022$4,170$89,396
Apr 8, 2021$4,307$87,644
Apr 8, 2020$3,360$86,746
Apr 8, 2019$2,558$85,046
Apr 8, 2018$2,536$83,379
Apr 8, 2017$2,558$81,745
Apr 8, 2016$1,973$80,143
Apr 8, 2015$2,169$78,940
Apr 8, 2014$2,169$77,395
Apr 8, 2013—$77,046
Apr 8, 2012—$75,536
Apr 8, 2011—$75,536
Apr 8, 2010—$73,503
Apr 8, 2009—$73,679
Apr 8, 2008—$72,235
Apr 8, 2007—$70,820
Apr 8, 2006—$69,433
Apr 8, 2005—$69,433
Apr 8, 2004—$66,738
Apr 8, 2003—$65,516
Apr 8, 2002—$64,233
Apr 8, 2001—$62,975
Apr 8, 2000—$61,741
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
San Mateo, CA • San Mateo County
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Nearby zip codes
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