Neighborhood

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo, CA

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3.0 /5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $2.15M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $87k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    13%

At a glance

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park is ranked #19 of 23 neighborhoods in San Mateo with an overall score of 3.0/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (3.9/5) and curb appeal (3.5/5), at a median home price of $2.15M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $87,000. It ranks 15th of 23 in San Mateo for schools. The trade-offs are safety (2.5/5) and schools (3.2/5).

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Neighborly Atmosphere, 1950s Charm, Community Parks

Sunnybrae presents a refreshing slice of suburban life with an inviting, friendly atmosphere. It's like a small-town scene nestled within the larger urban context, where neighbors know each other by name and the streets are lined with a mix of mature trees and well-tended gardens. The housing landscape here is characterized by charming homes predominantly from the 1950s, presenting a range of styles from classic bungalows to ranches, often with meticulously maintained lawns. These homes reflect a period of post-war optimism, with their practical designs and durable construction inviting a sense of nostalgia. The parks here are modest but cherished parts of the community fabric. Sunnybrae Park, in particular, with its playground and open spaces, acts as a green retreat for residents of all ages. It's the type of park where impromptu soccer games mix with family picnics and where community events bring together faces familiar and new. While Sunnybrae is largely quiet and peaceful, it does experience some of the common growing pains of popular suburban areas, like the increase in traffic during school runs and the hustle of the nearby commercial districts. Bringing it all into focus, Sunnybrae offers a comforting, neighborly appeal that's increasingly rare. It's a place where the sense of community is tangible, and the simple pleasures of suburban living are celebrated daily.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    3.9

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.6

Neighborhood Weather

77%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 77% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park ranks 18th of 23 for sunshine in San Mateo, and it out-suns about a third of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is September, averaging 74° highs, and it gets about 19 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
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Rank in San Mateo
18th of 23
Across the Bay Area
30th percentile
Rain per year
19 in
Warmest month
Sep 74° avg high
Summer day
55° → 72°F
Winter day
44° → 59°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Sunnybrae Elementary PrimaryK-5
Borel Middle Middle6-8
Aragon 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.

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Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park FAQs10 answers

Is Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park a good place to live?

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park ranks 19th of 23 neighborhoods in San Mateo with an overall Houseberry score of 3.0 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (3.9/5) and curb appeal (3.5/5). The trade-offs are safety (2.5/5) and schools (3.2/5).

Is Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park safe?

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo scores 2.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 18th of 23 neighborhoods in San Mateo.

What do homes in Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park cost?

The median home price in Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo is $2.15M, compared with $2.29M for San Mateo as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $87,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park rising or falling?

The median home price in Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo is up about 9.2% over the past 12 months, from $1.97M to $2.15M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park?

Schools serving Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo include Sunnybrae Elementary (1.3/5), Borel Middle (3.5/5) and Aragon High (5.0/5).

What is the weather like in Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park?

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 18th of 23 in San Mateo. Summer days run 55° to 72°F and winter days 44° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 19 inches a year.

Is Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park walkable to shops and restaurants?

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo scores 3.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.6 out of 5, 14th of 23 in San Mateo.

What is Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park known for?

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo is associated with Neighborly Atmosphere, 1950s Charm and Community Parks.

How does Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park compare to other San Mateo neighborhoods?

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park ranks 19th of 23 neighborhoods in San Mateo. It ranks 15th of 23 in San Mateo for schools (3.2/5) and scores lowest on safety (2.5/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in San Mateo are Aragon and Baywood.

What are the downsides of living in Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park?

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park, San Mateo scores lowest on safety (2.5/5) and schools (3.2/5).

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