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Baywood Neighborhood Guide San Mateo, CA

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About Baywood

Baywood is a charming and upscale neighborhood in central San Mateo, California. It is known for its beautiful tree-lined streets, and grand homes mainly built between the 1920s and 1950s. Notable nearby areas include the downtown San Mateo with its vibrant array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The neighborhood is ideally located near major roads such as El Camino Real and Highway 92, offering easy access to the rest of the Bay Area.

What You Will Love about Baywood, San Mateo, California/

  • The historic charm of the neighborhood with its impressive architecture and scenic streets.
  • Proximity to downtown San Mateo, offering a plethora of dining, shopping, and leisure opportunities.
  • Convenient access to major roads and highways, making commutes and regional travel easier.
  • The neighborhood's friendly, welcoming, and community-oriented atmosphere.

What’s Nearby

Baywood is located near downtown San Mateo, boasting a multitude of restaurants, boutiques, and cultural venues. Central Park, a local favorite, is also nearby, offering picnic areas, tennis courts, and the beautiful Japanese Tea Garden. Baywood is also a short drive away from Hillsdale Shopping Center and the Poplar Creek Golf Course.

Lifestyle

Life in Baywood tends to be peaceful and relaxed, with a strong sense of community amongst residents. The neighborhood offers a perfect blend of residential calmness yet is in close proximity to the vibrant downtown area, bringing a balance of serene living and urban convenience. The Baywood lifestyle is ideally suited for those seeking a family-friendly neighborhood with a touch of elegance and history.

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Rental Trends in Baywood

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$2724$2983$2933$3138$2895$3004$2842$2830$2910$3021$3064$3033$2847
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Last updated 9/12/2024
24 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 283 restaurants, 33 grocery stores, and 22 parks within a mile of the Baywood neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Dean's Produce

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    44 E 4th Ave

  • GROCERY
    Suruki Supermarket

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Meat and Seafood Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    71 E 4th Ave

  • GROCERY
    Franklin Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    219 S San Mateo Dr

  • GROCERY
    The Produce Stand

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    219 S San Mateo Dr

  • GROCERY
    BYRDS Filling Sta

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    204 2nd Ave

  • GROCERY
    Draeger's Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.6 miles

    222 E 4th Ave

Baywood Apartments and Rentals

24 Rental properties in Baywood, San Mateo, CA.

  • West 5th Apartments property

    $2,770+

    West 5th Apartments

    1–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    691–1490 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • 55 West Fifth Apartments property

    $2,941+

    55 West Fifth Apartments

    1–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    691–2042 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • Casa Baywood Apartments property

    $2,565+

    Casa Baywood Apartments

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    600–1500 Sqft

    Available 9/15

  • 316 N El Camino Real 221 property

    $3,200

    316 N El Camino Real 221

    2 Beds • 2 Baths

    1030 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 119 Bridge Rd property

    $39,000

    119 Bridge Rd

    11 Beds • 12.5 Baths

    14710 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 304 S Humboldt St property

    $5,500

    304 S Humboldt St

    3 Beds • 3 Baths

    1580 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

24 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
24.4%
182.1%
utilities
17.4%
47.5%
food
6.8%
22.5%
transportation
6%
40.2%
healthcare
16.1%
25%

Baywood Demographics

people in their homes

Baywood Reviews

people smiling

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes

    Say 2 of 2 renters

24 Properties Available for Rent

Baywood Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

93/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

64/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

45/100
2 train stops

San Mateo Caltrain Station

Train Stop

385 1st Ave

Hayward Park Station

Train Stop

401 Concar Dr

Source: foursquare.com

Baywood Schools

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