Sold48d on market
78 Poinsettia Ave
San Mateo, CA, 94403 • San Mateo Village • San Mateo County
$2,268,000
$1271/sqft
4Beds
2Baths
1,784Sqft
0.13 acLot
1953Built
Property DNA
Contemporary Style
Built 1953 · 73 years of history
2-Car Garage
Attached · On Street
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
48 days on market
Established listing
$1,271/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1953
Mid-century modern home with contemporary updates, move-in ready and turnkey. Light-filled 4BR/2BA open floor plan featuring floor-to-ceiling windows in living, dining, and primary bedroom, plus skylights in kitchen and baths. Chefs kitchen offers oversized island with induction cooktop, high-powered hood, built-in panel wall with dual ovens plus steam oven, Bluetooth coffee maker, and generous cabinetry. Spacious primary suite includes walk-in closet and private patio access. Extensive custom storage throughout, including built-ins and upgraded shelving for easy organization. Spa-style bathrooms with dual sinks, curbless showers, and rainfall heads. Major upgrades include new roof (2020, 30-yr warranty), tankless water heater (2021), stainless steel gutter guards, remodeled garage with Polycuramine flooring, custom storage, lighting, and work area. Smart home features include Ring doorbell, Nest thermostat and outdoor cam, and Philips Hue smart lighting. Private backyard with modern floating deck, smart irrigation system, retractable hose reel, tall fencing, and creek backdrop. Convenient location near Hillsdale Shopping Center, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Caltrain, Hwy 101/92, and top-rated schools. Fiber internet available.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights creek backdrop, contemporary updates, and private patio access as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$14,227/month
Principal & Interest$11,203
Property Tax$2,268
Insurance$756
Down payment20% ($453,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.28% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,814,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1953
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingNone
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot5,750 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
StyleContemporary
Year built1953
Stories1
Systems
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingNone
RoofFlat, Bitumen
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, On Street
Garage2 spaces
FencingBack Yard,Gate,Wood
Lot5,750 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSan Mateo Village
ZoningR10006
Annual tax$25,283
Parcel040061100
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
High Ceilings
One Or More Skylights
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Electric Cooktop
Dishwasher
Exhaust Fan
Double Oven
Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Flooring
Tile
Vinyl Linoleum
Heating
Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
None
Laundry
Inside
Exterior Features
Exterior
Back Yard
Barbecue
Fenced
Parking
Attached
On Street
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Bedroom
PrimarySuiteRetreatWalkinCloset
Bathroom
DoubleSinksShoweroverTub1SkylightStallShowerTileUpdatedBaths
Dining Room
EatinKitchenFormalDiningRoom
Family Room
KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
ExhaustFanIslandSkylights
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market48
Est. value$2,265,400
Est. rent$6,707/mo
Tax rate1.12%
Price/sqft$1271
On marketJan 29, 2026
PostedJan 29, 2026
Last sold$2,268,000
MLS updatedApr 8, 2026
Tour days6
Views192
Favorites2
How are the schools in San Mateo?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
San Mateo, CA, 94403
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 19, 2026Sold$2,268,000$1,271MLSListings Inc
Feb 6, 2026Pending Sale$1,998,000$1,120MLSListings Inc
Jan 29, 2026Listed For Sale$1,998,000$1,120MLSListings Inc
Jun 30, 2020Sold$1,875,000$1,051MLSListings Inc
May 29, 2020Listed For Sale$1,899,888$1,065Real Estate Experts
Jul 23, 2018Sold$1,840,000$1,031MLSListings Inc
Jun 15, 2018Listed For Sale$1,650,000$925Remax Capital
Aug 30, 2017Sold$1,281,000$718Public Record
Jun 23, 2017Listed For Sale$1,200,000$673Reliance Realty Group
Sold$2,268,000
Feb 19, 2026•$1,271/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Pending Sale$1,998,000
Feb 6, 2026•$1,120/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,998,000
Jan 29, 2026•$1,120/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$1,875,000
Jun 30, 2020•$1,051/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,899,888
May 29, 2020•$1,065/sqft•Real Estate Experts
Sold$1,840,000
Jul 23, 2018•$1,031/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,650,000
Jun 15, 2018•$925/sqft•Remax Capital
Sold$1,281,000
Aug 30, 2017•$718/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$1,200,000
Jun 23, 2017•$673/sqft•Reliance Realty Group
Tax history
26 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025$25,283$2,050,584
Apr 9, 2024$24,568$2,010,378
Apr 9, 2023$24,124$1,970,959
Apr 9, 2022$24,295$1,932,313
Apr 9, 2021$23,860$1,894,425
Apr 9, 2020$22,460$1,876,800
Apr 9, 2019$21,909$1,840,000
Apr 9, 2018$14,988$1,281,000
Apr 9, 2017$3,776$277,757
Apr 9, 2016$3,862$272,311
Apr 9, 2015$3,627$268,222
Apr 9, 2014$3,627$262,969
Apr 9, 2013—$261,781
Apr 9, 2012—$256,649
Apr 9, 2011—$256,649
Apr 9, 2010—$249,738
Apr 9, 2009—$250,333
Apr 9, 2008—$245,426
Apr 9, 2007—$240,614
Apr 9, 2006—$235,897
Apr 9, 2005—$235,897
Apr 9, 2004—$226,738
Apr 9, 2003—$222,583
Apr 9, 2002—$218,220
Apr 9, 2001—$213,942
Apr 9, 2000—$209,748
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San Mateo, CA • San Mateo County
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