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$942,919$767 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $633,000 on Sep 20, 2004

253 COMMONS LN

FOSTER CITY, CA 94404
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,230 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
968 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$943K
$851K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$633,000 · Sep 20, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,629 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$899,974 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$449,987
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$449,987
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$882,328
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,003,860

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySAN MATEO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Aluminum
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Audubon Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Bowditch Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
San Mateo High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: San Mateo-Foster City Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94404These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.469

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,562
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,017 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$165,214
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$197,174
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

253 Commons Ln measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 84% of homes in San Mateo 94404
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in San Mateo 94404
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in San Mateo 94404
  • Among the smallest lots in San Mateo County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in San Mateo 94404

What homes are worth in San Mateo 94404

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$590K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in San Mateo 94404.

How it measures up in San Mateo 94404

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Mateo 94404.

Estimated value$942,919
CheaperTypical $1,572,791Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$767
CheaperTypical $915Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,230 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,670 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size968 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 253 Commons Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMetro CenterSan Mateo 94404San Mateo County
Estimated valuepricier than$942,91946% of homes16% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76761% of homes18% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,230 ft²38% of homes16% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than968 ft²25% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than198768% of homes90% of homes86% of homes

About 253 Commons Ln

How much is 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA is $942,919 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $851,046 to $1,034,793. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA last sell?

253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA last sold on Sep 20, 2004 for $633,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA?

253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,230 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA built?

253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA?

253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA is assigned to Audubon Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Bowditch Middle School (middle), rated A; San Mateo High School (high), rated A. All sit in San Mateo-Foster City Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA compare to other homes in San Mateo 94404?

Among the 10,362 homes in San Mateo 94404, it is worth more than 16% of them ($942,919 against a typical $1,572,791), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($767 against a typical $915), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,230 ft² against a typical 1,670 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (968 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1987 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of San Mateo County, it is worth more than 16% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Commons Ln, Foster City, CA was $10,629. The county assessed it at $899,974.

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