$3,200
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217 8th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba | 1,310 SF |
About This Property
Looking to live the downtown lifestyle where a car is not required to shop, grab take-out or take a walk-in the park, then this is the condo for you as it is in the heart of downtown San Mateo and across from Central Park! First floor, 2-bedroom (one being a principal suite), 2 full bathrooms and 2 patios for your own outdoor space. Spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and generous countertop space. Laundry room inside unit. Mirrored closed doors in both bedrooms. 1-car parking in underground garage + 1 street parking permit. Building is secure with intercom inside unit to securely buzz in your guests. This is a fantastic location as you are close to everything, shops, restaurants, Draegers market and high-tech companies e.g., Survey Monkey in Bay Meadows. Centrally located for all your desired destinations and Caltrain on 2nd Ave. Yep, it's perfect.
217 8th Ave is a condo located in San Mateo County and the 94401 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Mateo-Foster City School District attendance zone.
Condo Features
- Fireplace
217 8th Ave,
San Mateo,
CA
94401
A food lover's dream, Downtown San Mateo is known for its award-winning food scene. Downtown San Mateo is filled with international grocery stores, but you’ll also love being able to indulge in a wide range of cuisines. Locals claim Downtown San Mateo has some of the best ramen spots in the Bay Area, while Michelin-starred restaurants make the area even trendier. As the heart of the city, Downtown San Mateo has chic bars and boutiques too. Downtown San Mateo is also home to the city’s biggest events and cultural celebrations.
Residents flock to San Mateo Central Park, which is a popular spot for concerts. Great for commuters, Downtown San Mateo has a train station that will take passengers throughout the Bay Area, including San Francisco, which is about 20 miles north of San Mateo. With palm-tree-lined streets and colorful murals, Downtown San Mateo has something for every renter to enjoy. Rental options range from upscale apartments with rooftops to charming bungalows.
Learn more about living in Downtown San MateoBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
Amenities
- Fireplace
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 11.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 12.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 12.3 mi |
217 8th Ave is within 7 minutes or 3.6 miles from College of San Mateo. It is also near Menlo College and Skyline College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
346 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
903 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,658 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
624 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in San Mateo include Millbrae (Caltrain Transfer Platform), located 5.0 miles from 217 8th Ave. 217 8th Ave is near San Francisco International, located 7.5 miles or 12 minutes away, and Metro Oakland International, located 25.5 miles or 33 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.0 mi |
| Drive: | 11 min | 7.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 7.3 mi | |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.5 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 7.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.5 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 33 min | 25.5 mi |
Walkability Near 217 8th Ave San Mateo, CA 94401
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
68
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 217 8th Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
217 8th Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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San Mateo Arboretum
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.2 mi |
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Japanese Tea Garden (San Mateo)
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Shoreline Parks
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Coyote Point Recreational Area
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi |
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CuriOdyssey
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi |
217 8th Ave has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including San Mateo Arboretum, Japanese Tea Garden (San Mateo), and Shoreline Parks.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 8.4 mi |
217 8th Ave has 3 hospitals within 8.4 miles, the nearest is San Mateo Medical Center which is 3.1 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 27 min | 19.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 45 min | 33.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 45 min | 33.2 mi |
217 8th Ave has 3 military bases within 33.2 miles, the nearest is Ames Research Center which is 19.8 miles away and a 27 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
217 8th Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401