Home | San Mateo County | San Mateo | 94402 | 500 Virginia Ave
MLS: ML81980076 | Status: Sold | Price: $4,250,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 3 /1
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 /1 | 4,790 | 10,200 | 1927 |
Step into a piece of history at 500 Virginia Ave in Baywood, a 1928 masterpiece by Thomas A. Cavanagh. Known as the "Master Model Home" for its innovative design, this English Country style residence drew over 50,000 visitors in its first month. The homes grandeur greets you with a formal entry, stone flooring, and hand-carved doors. The living room boasts a stone fireplace, wood-beamed ceiling, and large leaded glass windows. The grand dining room is perfect for entertaining. The main floor also features a generous kitchen, breakfast room, family room, powder room, laundry room, and an ensuite bedroom. Upstairs, the primary suite offers two walk-in closets and bay views, along with two additional bedrooms, a shared bath, and a bonus room or office. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home includes an elevator, ample storage, and a 2-car garage. The landscaped grounds feature a gated entry, pool, yard, and deck. NOTE: County sf shows 4790, Floor plan done by Butch Patel shows 4324. Buyer to satisfy themselves
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML81980076 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bedrooms | Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-in Closet |
| Bathrooms | Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Tub in Primary Bedroom, Half on Ground Floor |
| Kitchen | Countertop - Solid Surface / Corian, Pantry |
| Appliances | Cooktop - Electric, Cooktop - Gas, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| Dining Room | Breakfast Room, Formal Dining Room |
| Family Room | Separate Family Room |
| Fireplace | Living Room |
| Flooring | Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum |
| Laundry | In Utility Room |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Other |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Concrete Perimeter |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | San Mateo-Foster City Elementary |
| High School District | San Mateo Union High |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | R10006 |
| Listing Agent | Co-Listing Agent |
|---|---|
| Susan Herman | Austin Herman |
| Compass | Compass |
| License #: 00688139 | License #: 01845939 |
| Phone: (650) 400-4383 | Phone: (650) 773-8652 |
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