San Mateo Village Homes and Neighborhood Guide

San Mateo neighborhood guide

San Mateo Village is a residential pocket in southern San Mateo, east of the Caltrain tracks and close to the Belmont city line. It is mostly single family homes on flat, regular blocks. The area sits between the rail line and the Glendale Village streets that run out toward Highway 101, so getting onto the freeway or over to the train is simple.

George Hall Elementary on San Miguel Way is close by. To the east, Laurie Meadows Park and Casanova Park are a short walk away, with fields, playgrounds, a dog park and a basketball court between them. Hillsdale Shopping Center and the Bay Meadows town square are a quick trip north, and Belmont's shops are just over the city line to the south.

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San Mateo Village is shaded. Borders are approximate, see the San Mateo map for the full picture.

At a glance

  • Mostly single family homes on flat streets
  • Close to George Hall Elementary on San Miguel Way
  • Near Laurie Meadows Park and Casanova Park
  • Quick access to Highway 101 and the Belmont line

Homes and Streets

The housing stock is mostly single family homes on level streets with regular lots, laid out in a grid of short blocks east of the rail line. Homes vary in age and have been remodeled over time, so condition and size differ from street to street. A few multi unit buildings sit near the larger roads.

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Parks and Open Space

Laurie Meadows ParkPlayground, picnic tables, ball field, soccer and a dog park
Casanova ParkPlayground, picnic tables, basketball court and restrooms
East Hillsdale ParkSmall neighborhood park on 31st Avenue

Public Schools Nearby

George Hall Elementary SchoolGrades K-5, San Mateo-Foster City School District. Closest district elementary; verify by address.
Abbott Middle SchoolGrades 6-8, San Mateo-Foster City School District. Likely middle school; verify.
Hillsdale High SchoolGrades 9-12, San Mateo Union High School District. Nearest district high school; verify.

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

Hillsdale Caltrain station is a short trip north and Belmont station is just south. Highway 101 is a few blocks east, with Highway 92 to the north.

Nearby Neighborhoods

San Mateo Village FAQ

Where is San Mateo Village in San Mateo?

San Mateo Village is a residential pocket in southern San Mateo, east of the Caltrain tracks and close to the Belmont city line. It is mostly single family homes on flat, regular blocks.

What are homes like in San Mateo Village?

The housing stock is mostly single family homes on level streets with regular lots, laid out in a grid of short blocks east of the rail line. Homes vary in age and have been remodeled over time, so condition and size differ from street to street.

What public schools are near San Mateo Village?

Public schools near San Mateo Village include George Hall Elementary School (grades K-5), Abbott Middle School (grades 6-8) and Hillsdale 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 San Mateo Village?

Parks and open space near San Mateo Village include Laurie Meadows Park, Casanova Park and East Hillsdale Park.

How do I get around from San Mateo Village?

Hillsdale Caltrain station is a short trip north and Belmont station is just south. Highway 101 is a few blocks east, with Highway 92 to the north.

How can I find homes for sale in San Mateo Village?

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Updated October 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.

Sources: City of San Mateo, San Mateo-Foster City School District, Wikipedia. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.