316 N El Camino Real 105, San Mateo, California 94401, San Mateo, 94401 - 2 bed, 2 bath
316 N El Camino Real 105
San Mateo, California 94401
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 316 N El Camino Real 105, San Mateo, California 94401 is currently available with a list price of $750,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the San Mateo Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is move-in ready.
The property is move-in ready and has been significantly updated despite its 1974 construction. The kitchen features modern granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, while the bathrooms have been modernized with updated vanities and fixtures. The interior shows well-maintained laminate flooring and fresh paint, fitting the criteria for a property that has undergone extensive renovation within the last 5 to 15 years.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Investment Potential
The HOA has no rental cap or waitlist, offering owners exceptional flexibility to lease the unit immediately, which is a rare and highly desirable feature in the San Mateo condo market.
- Prime Peninsula Location
Ideally situated between the vibrant downtown areas of San Mateo and Burlingame, providing convenient access to Caltrain and major commuter routes like Highways 101 and 92.
- Modernized Living Features
The unit features an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, plus the rare HOA-approved option to install an in-unit washer and dryer.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Potential Traffic Noise
Located on El Camino Real, a major arterial road, residents may experience consistent ambient traffic noise despite the unit's position at the back of the building.
- First-Floor Privacy
As a ground-floor unit, it may offer less privacy and perceived security compared to upper-level residences within the same complex.
About 316 N El Camino Real 105
Tucked quietly along the side-back of the building, this updated first-floor 2BD/2BA condo offers both privacy and convenience. The modern kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that opens to the spacious living and dining areas. The Highlander community offers secure entry with cameras, elevator access, a recreation room, pool, outdoor BBQ area, landscaped green space, and one designated space in the gated underground garage. Rare features: In-unit washer/dryers are permitted with HOA architectural application and board approval, and the HOA has no rental cap or waitlist, allowing owners the unique flexibility to lease their unit without quota limitations. Ideally located between downtown San Mateo and Burlingame Avenue with convenient access to Caltrain and Highways 101 and 92.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Condominium
- Year Built
- 1974
- Lot Size
- -
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $546.0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
San Mateo Unified Schools
San Mateo Park Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
Borel Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1.5 mi
San Mateo High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.5 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 990 | 1,047.5 | 48% |
| Lot Size | - | - | 50% |
| Price | $750.0K | $526.5K | 76% |
| Price per sq ft | $758 | $600 | 72% |
| Built year | 1974 | 1988 | 28% |
| HOA | $546.0 | $909 | 11% |
| Days on market | 9 | 214 | 2% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 26, 2026
$750,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Jun 16, 2020
$842,000
Public Record
Sold
May 7, 2015
$615,000
Public Record
Sold
Aug 26, 2008
$407,500
Public Record
Sold
Sep 21, 2005
$515,000
Public Record
Sold
Feb 28, 2001
$360,000
Public Record
Sold
Apr 3, 1998
$212,000
Public Record