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listing_id: ML82004389
status: Closed
price: 4250000
beds: 5
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 1
sqft_living: 3090
sqft_lot: 8800
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1936
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "485 Dorchester Rd"
city: San Mateo
state: CA
zip: 94402
county: "San Mateo County"
lat: 37.566851
lng: -122.3444
days_on_market: 364
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Susan Herman"
list_office: "Compass"
list_agent_phone: "(650) 400-4383"
list_agent_license: 00688139
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-01-30
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | San Mateo County | San Mateo | 94402 | 485 Dorchester Rd

485 Dorchester Rd, San Mateo, CA 94402

MLS: ML82004389 | Status: Sold | Price: $4,250,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 3 /1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5 3 /1 3,090 8,800 1936

Remarks

Located in the prestigious and highly desirable San Mateo Park neighborhood, this architecturally stunning home, built in 1936, stands gracefully on a prominent corner lot. The property features inviting living spaces, including a dramatic living room with a large focus window and a cozy den with a fireplace, ideal for a home office or library. The elegant formal dining room is adorned with French doors and handsome molding, leading to an updated kitchen that is complemented by an adjacent breakfast room, perfect for morning meals. The main floor offers convenience with a large laundry room and a versatile space that can serve as a first-floor bedroom or family room, catering to various lifestyle needs. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite features a dressing room and en-suite bath, alongside three additional bedrooms and a full bath, providing ample space for family or guests. A generous bonus room located above the attached two-car garage serves as an ideal playroom or creative studio. Outside, a private yard with pool offers a serene retreat for outdoor relaxation and entertainment. Additionally, residents enjoy access to a shared tennis court. This home offers an exceptional living experience in one of the most desirable neighborhoods.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82004389
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom
Bathrooms Marble, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor
Kitchen Island, Pantry
Appliances Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Refrigerator
Dining Room Breakfast Room, Formal Dining Room
Family Room Other
Fireplace Wood Burning
Laundry Inside, In Utility Room
Cooling None
Heating Forced Air, Wall Furnace

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Tile
Foundation Concrete Perimeter, Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Style Spanish

Parking, School, and Other Information

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 R10010

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Susan Herman Austin Herman
Compass Compass
License #: 00688139 License #: 01845939
Phone: (650) 400-4383 Phone: (650) 773-8652

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
San Mateo Park Elementary School public K-5 0.18 mi 2
South Hillsborough School public K-5 0.53 mi 9
Washington Elementary School public K-5 0.97 mi 7
North Hillsborough School public K-5 1.05 mi 9
Crocker Middle School public 6-8 1.05 mi 8
San Mateo High School public 9-12 1.06 mi 9
Burlingame High School public 9-12 1.07 mi 10
McKinley Elementary School public K-5 1.12 mi 8
San Mateo Adult public UG 1.16 mi N/A
Baywood Elementary School public K-5 1.26 mi 7
Aragon High School public 9-12 1.40 mi 10
Roosevelt Elementary School public K-5 1.60 mi 6
North Shoreview Montessori Elementary School public K-8 1.62 mi 10
BSD Preschool public UG 1.64 mi N/A
Borel Middle School public 6-8 1.71 mi 8
Sunnybrae Elementary School public K-5 1.75 mi 2
West Hillsborough School public K-5 1.76 mi 9
Hoover Elementary public K-5 2.13 mi 8
Lincoln Elementary School public K-5 2.36 mi 8
LEAD Elementary public K-5 2.38 mi 2

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of January 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Susan Herman, (650) 400-4383.