Foothill Terrace San Mateo Homes and Neighborhood Guide
San Mateo neighborhood guide
Foothill Terrace climbs the hills west of Alameda de las Pulgas, near where Highway 92 cuts through the San Mateo foothills. Streets curve with the slope, and some homes look out toward the bay. It is a small, mostly residential area, with the busier Alameda corridor and its schools and shops just below. Aragon High School sits right in the neighborhood on the Hillsborough border, with Baywood Elementary just to its north.
The College of San Mateo, which moved to its 153 acre hilltop campus off West Hillsdale Boulevard in 1963, is a short drive south across Highway 92. Beresford Park and its recreation center are a short drive south. Highway 92 makes it easy to head east to the bay and the San Mateo Bridge, or west to Interstate 280.
Foothill Terrace is shaded. Borders are approximate, see the San Mateo map for the full picture.
At a glance
- Hillside streets west of Alameda de las Pulgas
- Some homes with views toward the bay
- Quick access to Highway 92 and Interstate 280
- Near the College of San Mateo campus
Homes and Streets
Homes sit on hillside lots west of the Alameda, so many streets have grades and curves, with houses stepped up or down from the street. Some homes have views toward the bay. Lot shapes and home sizes vary with the terrain. Information on the original builders is limited, so buyers should review each property's history and permits individually.
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Parks and Open Space
Public Schools Nearby
School assignments follow district attendance boundaries, which can split a neighborhood and change over time. Always confirm the school for a specific address with the district, for example the San Mateo-Foster City School District.
Getting Around
Highway 92 runs along the area, connecting to Interstate 280 and Highway 101. Hayward Park and Hillsdale Caltrain stations are both a short drive east.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Foothill Terrace FAQ
Where is Foothill Terrace in San Mateo?
Foothill Terrace climbs the hills west of Alameda de las Pulgas, near where Highway 92 cuts through the San Mateo foothills. Streets curve with the slope, and some homes look out toward the bay.
What are homes like in Foothill Terrace?
Homes sit on hillside lots west of the Alameda, so many streets have grades and curves, with houses stepped up or down from the street. Some homes have views toward the bay.
What public schools are near Foothill Terrace?
Public schools near Foothill Terrace include Baywood Elementary School (grades K-5), Borel Middle School (grades 6-8) and Aragon High School (grades 9-12). School assignments follow district attendance boundaries and can change, so confirm the school for a specific address with the San Mateo-Foster City School District.
What parks are near Foothill Terrace?
Parks and open space near Foothill Terrace include Beresford Park and Center and Laurelwood/Sugarloaf Park.
How do I get around from Foothill Terrace?
Highway 92 runs along the area, connecting to Interstate 280 and Highway 101. Hayward Park and Hillsdale Caltrain stations are both a short drive east.
How can I find homes for sale in Foothill Terrace?
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Updated October 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: City of San Mateo, College of San Mateo, San Mateo-Foster City School District, San Mateo Union High School District. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.