San Mateo, California

Baywood-Aragon.

One of San Mateo's most loved neighborhoods, where tree-lined streets, top schools and a true village feel meet near Aragon High.

The neighborhood

The village neighborhood

Baywood-Aragon blends two beloved pockets: Baywood's village shops and Aragon's hillside streets near the high school. Mature trees shade classic ranch homes and cottages, and the neighborhood's community spirit — from the Baywood shopping village to school events — is the real amenity.

Buyers prize the top-rated schools, the walkable village and the central San Mateo location. It is family-first San Mateo at its most charming.

Village shops Baywood's local main street
Top schools near Aragon High
Tree-lined streets mature canopy throughout

At a glance: Baywood-Aragon

Baywood-Aragon is San Mateo's beloved village neighborhood of tree-lined streets and top schools near Aragon High and the Baywood shops.

A sense of place

Why Baywood-Aragon endures

Village charm plus top schools plus centrality is San Mateo's most loved formula. Baywood-Aragon's community keeps families for decades.

Baywood village Shops, cafes and services.
School pride Aragon High at the hill's top.
Neighborly blocks A true community feel.

01 / Education

Schools near Baywood-Aragon homes.

Public school placement is determined by the local districts and can change. Confirm the exact property address directly with the district before relying on an assignment.

Aragon High School area, San Mateo
District resources

Schools serving Baywood-Aragon

Baywood-Aragon is served by the San Mateo-Foster City School District and San Mateo Union High School District, including nearby Aragon High School.

San Mateo-Foster City School District

K-8 district serving San Mateo; verify assignment by address.

San Mateo Union High School District

Aragon, Hillsdale, San Mateo High and more.

College of San Mateo

Community college with bay-view campus.

City of San Mateo

Libraries, recreation and community services.

02 / Parks

Parks near San Mateo homes.

San Mateo pairs a vibrant downtown with an exceptional park system, from the Japanese Garden to bayfront shores.

Central Park near Baywood-Aragon
01

Central Park

Downtown's 16-acre green with the Japanese Garden, tennis and playgrounds.

Official site
02

Coyote Point Recreation Area

Bayfront park with beaches, marina and the CuriOdyssey museum.

03

Sawyer Camp Trail

The beloved 6-mile lakeside trail along Crystal Springs.

Park hours and facility access can change seasonally. Check the official pages before visiting.

Nearby outdoors

Trails around San Mateo.

Lakeside paths, bayfront trails and foothill ridges give San Mateo outdoor options in every direction.

01

Sawyer Camp Trail

6 miles along Crystal Springs Reservoir, made for weekend rides.

02

Coyote Point Bay Trail

Bayfront paths with skyline and shoreline views.

03

Sugarloaf Mountain

Laurelwood's trailhead to panoramic bay views.

Trail conditions, seasonal closures and access rules can change. Check the linked official resources before heading out.

03 / Local life

Everyday life in Baywood-Aragon

The Baywood shops cover daily needs; Central Park and the bayfront cover green time.

Ranch home in Baywood-Aragon, San Mateo
The Baywood-Aragon ranch
Cottage in Baywood-Aragon, San Mateo
Village streets, top schools
01

Baywood shops

Village cafes and services.

02

Central Park

Japanese Garden downtown.

03

Coyote Point

Bayfront park and beaches.

Map & getting around

Getting around Baywood-Aragon.

Baywood-Aragon sits in central San Mateo near Alameda de las Pulgas, with El Camino Real, 92 and nearby 280 as the main routes.

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Downtown San Mateo

8 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions
8 min

San Mateo Caltrain

8 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions
15 min

SFO Airport

15 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions
22 min

Stanford University

22 min drive · San Mateo area

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18 min

Meta, Menlo Park

18 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions
25 min

San Francisco

25 min drive · San Mateo area

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30 min

San Jose Airport

30 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions
Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Tap Directions for live routing.

Market snapshot

Home values in Baywood-Aragon.

Baywood-Aragon trades at San Mateo's beloved premium: citywide the median is about $1.85M, and these village streets with top schools command strong premiums.

$141K

Median household income

Citywide approx. · U.S. Census data

$1.85M

Median home price

Citywide approx. · Realtor.com, Sept 2026

$2.7M+

High-end price point

Citywide approx. · recent luxury-tier sales

Figures are approximate as of Sept 2026. Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Realtor.com market data.

Buyer guidance

Buying a home in Baywood-Aragon?

Buyers: Baywood-Aragon listings attract families fast. We get you in early and help you compete cleanly.

Sellers: market the village story. We sell the Baywood shops, the schools and the community as one.

Seller guidance

Selling your Baywood-Aragon home?

Buyers: consider both Baywood and Aragon sides. Each has its own character — we help you find your fit.

Sellers: family buyers decide on feeling. We stage warm and welcoming.

Buyer & seller questions

Baywood-Aragon real estate FAQ.

What is Baywood-Aragon known for?

Baywood-Aragon is known for its village shops, tree-lined streets, top schools and community spirit in central San Mateo.

Which schools serve Baywood-Aragon?

The San Mateo-Foster City and San Mateo Union High School Districts, including nearby Aragon High. Verify by exact address.

How much do homes cost in Baywood-Aragon?

San Mateo's citywide median is about $1.85M. Baywood-Aragon's village charm and schools command strong premiums.

Is Baywood walkable?

The Baywood shopping village is walkable from nearby streets, with cafes and services at hand.

How is the commute from Baywood-Aragon?

El Camino Real, Highway 92 and nearby 280 connect to the whole Peninsula.

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Local guidance

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