Sold507d on market
837 Balboa Ln
Foster City, CA, 94404 • Explorers • San Mateo County
$1,220,000
$819/sqft
2Beds
2Baths
1,490Sqft
1975Built
Property DNA
Garden/Greenbelt Views
Garden/Greenbelt
Outdoor Living
Balcony/Patio
2-Car Garage
Detached · Garage Door Opener · Guest
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s)
Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
$945/mo HOA
Community Pool
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
1 views
People checking out this listing
507 days on market
Established listing
$819/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Condo · Built 1975
Located in the resort-style complex of The Islands is a top level 2 bed 2 bath stunning remodeled condo set at the edge of one of Foster City's most desirable waterways. Enter through the formal entryway to the open concept living spaces & soaring ceilings. An expansive, remodeled kitchen offers an abundance of solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops with breakfast bar, and a full suite of stainless-steel appliances. Spacious living room with focal point fireplace & adjacent dining room provide access to patio providing greenbelt & garden views. Spacious bedrooms offer an abundance of natural light, ample closet space & include a primary suite with space for a sitting area or office, private balcony & remodeled ensuite bathroom. Second updated bathroom and in-unit laundry room further enhances the home's functionality. 2 car garage, plentiful storage, solid wood crown moulding & multiple skylights. Home offers a "Universal Design" remodel to facilitate equal spaces for all. Monthly HOA $945 includes water, garbage, roof, foundation, decks and patios, fireplaces, exterior painting and maintenance, pool, spa, rec room, boat dock & private security patrol. Amazing location steps to HOA amenities & close to all that Foster City has to offer.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$8,549/month
Principal & Interest$5,977
Property Tax$1,220
Insurance$407
HOA$945
Down payment20% ($244,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $976,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeCondominium,
Year Built1975
HeatingCentral Forced Air
CoolingNone
Parking2 Garage spaces
HOA$945 monthly
Property
Home typeCondo
Sub-typeCondominium
Year built1975
Stories1
Systems
HeatingCentral Forced Air
CoolingNone
RoofComposition
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener, Guest
Garage2 spaces
Fireplaces1
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodExplorers
ZoningRMR3PD
Annual tax$14,413
Parcel105850090
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$945/mo
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
High Ceilings
One Or More Skylights
Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Electric Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Range Hood
Microwave
Built In Oven
Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Heating
Central Forced Air
Cooling
None
Laundry
Inside
Fireplace
Gas Log
Accessibility
Bathroom Features
Accessible Kitchen
Other
Accessible Doors
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached
Garage Door Opener
Guest
Patio & Porch
Balcony/Patio
Views
Garden/Greenbelt
Pool Features
Community
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Bedroom
PrimarySuiteRetreatWalkinCloset
Bathroom
DoubleSinksPrimaryStallShowersSkylightStallShower2plusUpdatedBaths
Dining Room
FormalDiningRoom
Family Room
NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
Countertop_GraniteSkylights
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market507
Est. value$1,225,800
Est. rent$4,141/mo
Tax rate1.12%
Price/sqft$819
On marketOct 10, 2024
PostedOct 11, 2024
Last sold$1,220,000
MLS updatedJan 4, 2025
Tour days6
Views1
How are the schools in Foster City?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Foster City, CA, 94404
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Nov 15, 2024Sold$1,220,000$819MLSListings Inc
Oct 30, 2024Pending Sale$1,198,000$804MLSListings Inc
Oct 17, 2024Contingent$1,198,000$804MLSListings Inc
Oct 11, 2024Listed For Sale$1,198,000$804MLSListings Inc
Sold$1,220,000
Nov 15, 2024•$819/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Pending Sale$1,198,000
Oct 30, 2024•$804/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Contingent$1,198,000
Oct 17, 2024•$804/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$1,198,000
Oct 11, 2024•$804/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Tax history
26 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025$14,413$1,220,000
Apr 7, 2024$4,911$431,581
Apr 7, 2023$4,809$423,119
Apr 7, 2022$4,750$414,823
Apr 7, 2021$4,692$406,690
Apr 7, 2020$4,986$402,521
Apr 7, 2019$4,732$394,629
Apr 7, 2018$4,352$386,892
Apr 7, 2017$4,301$379,306
Apr 7, 2016$4,411$371,869
Apr 7, 2015$4,196$366,284
Apr 7, 2014$4,196$359,110
Apr 7, 2013—$357,488
Apr 7, 2012—$350,480
Apr 7, 2011—$350,480
Apr 7, 2010—$341,042
Apr 7, 2009—$341,854
Apr 7, 2008—$335,152
Apr 7, 2007—$328,581
Apr 7, 2006—$322,139
Apr 7, 2005—$322,139
Apr 7, 2004—$309,631
Apr 7, 2003—$303,957
Apr 7, 2002—$297,998
Apr 7, 2001—$292,156
Apr 7, 2000—$286,429
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Foster City, CA • San Mateo County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
BurlingameDaly CityFoster CityMenlo ParkPacificaRedwood CitySan BrunoSan Carlos
Nearby zip codes
94404
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