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listing_id: ML82032976
status: Closed
price: 2268000
beds: 4
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1784
sqft_lot: 5750
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1953
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "78 Poinsettia Ave"
city: San Mateo
state: CA
zip: 94403
county: "San Mateo County"
lat: 37.538145
lng: -122.293705
days_on_market: 87
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Daniel Xi"
list_office: "Coldwell Banker Realty"
list_agent_phone: "(408) 623-0766"
list_agent_license: 01952134
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-04-08
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | San Mateo County | San Mateo | 94403 | 78 Poinsettia Ave

78 Poinsettia Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403

MLS: ML82032976 | Status: Sold | Price: $2,268,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 2 1,784 5,750 1953

Remarks

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.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82032976
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-in Closet
Bathrooms Double Sinks, Shower over Tub - 1, Skylight, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Bath(s)
Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Island, Skylight(s)
Appliances Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Family Room Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Flooring Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum
Laundry Inside
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air - Gas

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Flat, Bitumen
Foundation Slab
Style Contemporary

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, On Street, 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

Contact Information

Daniel Xi
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 01952134
Phone: (408) 623-0766

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
George Hall Elementary School public K-5 0.15 mi 9
Laurel Elementary School public K-5 0.74 mi 3
Fiesta Gardens International Elementary School public K-5 0.75 mi 4
Beresford Elementary School public K-5 0.87 mi 4
Abbott Middle School public 6-8 0.97 mi 4
College Park Elementary School public K-5 1.00 mi 9
Central Elementary School public K-5 1.14 mi 9
Hillsdale High School public 9-12 1.22 mi 9
Foster City Elementary School public K-5 1.23 mi 9
Meadow Heights Elementary School public K-5 1.26 mi 7
Nesbit Elementary School public K-8 1.36 mi 6
Parkside Montessori public PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 1.63 mi 9
Cipriani Elementary School public K-5 1.71 mi 8
Borel Middle School public 6-8 1.73 mi 8
Beach Park Elementary public K-5 1.80 mi 8
San Mateo County Special Education School public K-12 1.88 mi N/A
San Mateo County Rop School public 11-12 1.88 mi N/A
Bayside Academy public K-8 1.91 mi 6
Sunnybrae Elementary School public K-5 1.94 mi 2
Tierra Linda Middle School public 6-8 2.05 mi 10

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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 08, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Daniel Xi, (408) 623-0766.