San Mateo, California

Shoreview.

San Mateo's bayfront community, where mid-century homes meet shoreline parks and some of the city's most accessible values.

The neighborhood

The bayfront community

Shoreview occupies San Mateo's eastern shore: a mid-century community of ranch homes and townhomes near the bay, with Shoreview Park's waterfront and the bay trail at its edge. It is the city's most affordable path to single-family living.

Buyers find value, bay breezes and quick 101 access to the whole Peninsula. The neighborhood's parks and community spirit make it a genuine alternative to pricier west-side streets.

Bayfront parks shoreline trails & views
Mid-century homes ranches & townhomes
Accessible values San Mateo value entry

At a glance: Shoreview

Shoreview is San Mateo's bayfront community of mid-century homes near shoreline parks, known for value and bay access.

A sense of place

Why Shoreview endures

Bayfront land with accessible values is permanently strategic. Shoreview's shoreline parks and 101 access keep demand structural.

Shoreline access Bay trail at the edge.
Park system Shoreview Park's waterfront.
Commuter position 101 minutes away.

01 / Education

Schools near Shoreview 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 Shoreview, San Mateo
District resources

Schools serving Shoreview

Shoreview 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.

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.

Shoreview Park waterfront, San Mateo
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 Shoreview

Shoreview Park covers waterfront play; 101 covers the commute; downtown covers dining.

Ranch home in Shoreview, San Mateo
The Shoreview ranch
Townhome in Shoreview, San Mateo
Value on the bayfront
01

Shoreview Park

Waterfront park and trails.

02

Bay Trail

Shoreline paths.

03

Coyote Point

Bayfront park nearby.

Map & getting around

Getting around Shoreview.

Shoreview sits in east San Mateo near Highway 101, with the bay trail and 101 as the main routes.

10 min

Downtown San Mateo

10 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions
10 min

San Mateo Caltrain

10 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions
12 min

SFO Airport

12 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
22 min

San Francisco

22 min drive · San Mateo area

Directions
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 Shoreview.

Shoreview is San Mateo's value shore: citywide the median is about $1.85M, and Shoreview offers the most accessible single-family entries with bayfront upside.

$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 Shoreview?

Buyers: Shoreview rewards local knowledge. We diligence flood, lot and renovation scope on bayfront blocks.

Sellers: market the bayfront story. We sell shoreline parks, value and 101 access.

Seller guidance

Selling your Shoreview home?

Buyers: renovation plays work here. We help you underwrite scope honestly.

Sellers: presentation lifts this segment. We advise high-ROI updates.

Buyer & seller questions

Shoreview real estate FAQ.

What is Shoreview known for?

Shoreview is known as San Mateo's bayfront community with mid-century homes, shoreline parks and accessible values.

Which schools serve Shoreview?

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

How much do homes cost in Shoreview?

Shoreview offers San Mateo's most accessible single-family values, below the city's ~$1.85M median.

Is Shoreview near the bay?

Yes. Shoreline parks and the bay trail sit at the neighborhood's edge.

How is the commute from Shoreview?

Highway 101 is minutes away, serving the whole Peninsula.

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