1794 Adams Street, San Mateo, California 94403, San Mateo, - bed, bath
ACTIVE$1,375,000
1794 Adams Street, San Mateo, California 94403
5Beds
3Baths
1,978Sqft
5,000Lot
Year Built
1954
Close
-
List price
$1.38M
Original List price
$1.38M
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML82026463
Home ConditionFair
Features
Deck
View-
About this home
Opportunity to make your own vision and have a turn key property. Recently refreshed with new interior and exterior paint, new carpet, and updated lighting, this property is move-in ready while leaving room for your personal touches and upgrades over time. With its generous floor plan, bright living spaces, and versatile layout, this home provides the perfect setting to grow into or enhance to your liking. The backyard offers ample outdoor potential -awaiting your vision, ideal for entertaining or gardening. Located near top-rated schools, downtown San Mateo, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this home combines space, location, and opportunity - a smart move for those looking to upgrade into a larger home at an attainable price point.
Price History
Date
Event
Price
10/31/25
Listing
$1,375,000
Neighborhood Comparison
| Subject | Average Home | Neighbourhood Ranking (81 Listings) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5 | 3 | 95% |
| Baths | 3 | 2 | 62% |
| Square foot | 1,978 | 1,750 | 65% |
| Lot Size | 5,000 | 6,000 | 21% |
| Price | $1.38M | $2.15M | 5% |
| Price per square foot | $695 | $1,281.5 | 1% |
| Built year | 1954 | 9760977 | 56% |
| HOA | |||
| Days on market | 4 | 127 | 1% |
Condition Rating
Fair
The property, built in 1954, has received recent cosmetic updates such as new paint, carpet, and lighting, making it move-in ready. However, the kitchen features white appliances, dated granite countertops, and a checkered tile floor, suggesting a renovation that is likely 15-30 years old. The bathrooms are clean and functional but also feature basic, outdated fixtures and finishes. While well-maintained, the key areas of the kitchen and bathrooms show significant signs of being outdated and would benefit from minor to moderate updates to align with current styles and preferences.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Prime Location: Strategically located near top-rated schools (including Aragon High School with an 8/10 rating), vibrant downtown San Mateo, diverse shopping and dining options, and convenient commuter routes, enhancing desirability and long-term value.
Move-in Ready with Customization Potential: Recently refreshed with new interior/exterior paint, new carpet, and updated lighting, allowing for immediate occupancy while providing a canvas for future personalized upgrades and touches.
Spacious & Versatile Layout: Features a generous floor plan with bright living spaces and a versatile layout, accommodating various family needs and offering room to grow.
Significant Outdoor Potential: The ample backyard space offers considerable potential for landscaping, entertaining, or gardening, awaiting a buyer's vision to transform it into an ideal outdoor oasis.
Attainable Price Point: Positioned as a smart opportunity for those looking to upgrade into a larger home in San Mateo at an attainable price point, suggesting good value for the area and property size.
Cons
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1978, other record living area = 1140. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 5, other record bedroom count = 3.
Mixed Elementary School Ratings: While the high school is well-rated, two nearby elementary schools (Horrall and Parkside) have lower ratings (2 and 4 respectively), which may be a concern for families with young children.
Older Construction: Built in 1954, the property, despite recent cosmetic refreshes, may still possess older infrastructure (e.g., plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems) that could require significant future investment for modernization.
Undeveloped Backyard: The backyard is described as 'awaiting your vision,' indicating it is currently undeveloped and will require additional financial investment and effort to create a finished, functional outdoor living space.