Neighborhood

Fiesta Gardens, San Mateo, CA

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3.0 /5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.54M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $68k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -13%

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review

Key Words:

Tight-knit community, Post-WWII Ranch Houses, Community events

Welcome to Fiesta Gardens, a neighborhood in San Mateo that lives up to its celebratory name with a tight-knit community vibe that’s hard to find elsewhere. It’s the kind of place where neighbors know each other by name and the streets are lined with well-kept homes that exhibit a suburban charm. Homes in Fiesta Gardens typically reflect the post-World War II boom, with many single-story ranch-style houses dominating the landscape. The neighborhood association is active and organizes events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community. A standout event is the annual Fiesta Gardens Yard Sale, where the whole neighborhood participates, turning their front yards into mini marketplaces — it’s a hit with both locals and visitors, and epitomizes the neighborhood's friendly and communal spirit. Traffic can be a bit busier during peak hours, especially on the main roads bordering the neighborhood, but it's a small price to pay for such an inclusive and active community life.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
George Hall Elementary PrimaryK-5
Sunnybrae Elementary PrimaryK-5
Abbott Middle Middle6-8
Borel Middle Middle6-8
Hillsdale High High9-12

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    4.3

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    4

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.2

Overall Amenities score: 3.8

Median Price

0.20.40.60.81.0$-4$-2$2$4

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