San Mateo, California

Mariners Island.

San Mateo's lagoon-side neighborhood, where water views and marina calm meet quick access to the whole Peninsula.

The neighborhood

The lagoon-side neighborhood

Mariners Island sits along San Mateo's lagoon and marina district: a waterfront community of condos, townhomes and apartments with water views, marina slips and a nautical calm. It is the city's most maritime address.

Buyers are water lovers, SFO commuters and professionals who want the marina lifestyle with 101 at the door. The combination of water, amenities and location is the draw.

Marina district slips & waterfront paths

Water views lagoon vistas

101 access commuter convenience

At a glance: Mariners Island

Mariners Island is San Mateo's lagoon-side marina neighborhood of waterfront homes, known for water views and nautical calm.

A sense of place

Why Mariners Island endures

Marina living with 101 access is San Mateo's rarest residential flavor. Mariners Island's water setting keeps it distinct.

Nautical life Marina slips and paths.

Water vistas Lagoon views from home.

SFO proximity Quick airport access.

01 / Education

Schools near Mariners Island 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.

Top-rated school near Mariners Island, San Mateo

District resources

Schools serving Mariners Island

Mariners Island is served by the San Mateo-Foster City School District and San Mateo Union High School District. Verify by exact address.

San Mateo-Foster City School District

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

Official site

San Mateo Union High School District

Aragon, Hillsdale, San Mateo High and more.

Official site

College of San Mateo

Community college with bay-view campus.

Official site

City of San Mateo

Libraries, recreation and community services.

Official site

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

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

Official site

Coyote Point Recreation Area

Bayfront park with beaches, marina and the CuriOdyssey museum.

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.

Sawyer Camp Trail

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

Coyote Point Bay Trail

Bayfront paths with skyline and shoreline views.

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 Mariners Island

The marina and lagoon anchor daily life; downtown and Coyote Point cover the rest.

Waterfront home in Mariners Island, San Mateo — The Mariners Island waterfront

Lagoon-side townhome in Mariners Island, San Mateo — Nautical calm, city access

Marina & lagoon

Slips, paths and water views.

Coyote Point

Bayfront park nearby.

Downtown San Mateo

Dining minutes away.

Map & getting around

Getting around Mariners Island.

Mariners Island sits on the lagoon in east San Mateo, with Highway 101 as the main route.

10 min

Downtown San Mateo

10 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions

10 min

San Mateo Caltrain

10 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions

10 min

SFO Airport

10 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions

25 min

Stanford University

25 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions

20 min

Meta, Menlo Park

20 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions

20 min

San Francisco

20 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions

32 min

San Jose Airport

32 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions

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

Market snapshot

Home values in Mariners Island.

Mariners Island trades on marina living: citywide the median is about $1.85M, and waterfront homes here command premiums for lagoon and marina access.

$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 Mariners Island?

Buyers: marina-area condos need thorough HOA diligence. We review reserves, insurance and building health.

Sellers: sell the nautical life. We market slips, views and marina calm.

Call (650) 274-1134 Email Simon

Seller guidance

Selling your Mariners Island home?

Buyers: weigh water frontage premiums. We help you price the view.

Sellers: your buyer wants the water. We stage and photograph for it.

Call (650) 274-1134 Email Simon

Buyer & seller questions

Mariners Island real estate FAQ.

What is Mariners Island known for?

Mariners Island is known as San Mateo's lagoon-side marina neighborhood, with waterfront homes, slips and nautical calm.

Which schools serve Mariners Island?

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

How much do homes cost in Mariners Island?

Pricing varies by waterfront position; marina-area homes command premiums in San Mateo's market.

Is Mariners Island near SFO?

Yes. SFO is about 10 minutes away, making it popular with frequent travelers.

How is the commute from Mariners Island?

Highway 101 is minutes away, serving SFO, San Francisco and the Peninsula.

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Local guidance

Explore Mariners Island with Simon Sahi.

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