Enchanting Downtown Bungalow and Independent ADU

235 Ramona Street, San Mateo

Offered at $1,498,000

Just one-half mile from downtown San Mateo, this enchanting bungalow with a detached ADU offers charm, flexibility, and a setting that enhances everyday living. Classic curb appeal creates an immediate impression, anchored by a welcoming covered front porch, refreshed landscaping, and a signature palm tree that gives it street presence and personality. Inside the main home, new paint and newly refinished hardwood floors provide a crisp, polished backdrop for its circa 1923 character details. A gracious living room with fireplace connects seamlessly to a formal dining room, an inviting breakfast room showcasing a leaded glass china cabinet, and a remodeled kitchen, adjoined by a separate laundry room. Two bedrooms and a thoughtfully finished bath complete the main home. The detached ADU, built in 2019, adds exceptional versatility, well suited for rental income, guest accommodations, or a remote office. A private patio, full kitchen, bedroom, bath, and mini-split HVAC create a space that feels complete, independent, and intentionally designed. Welcome home!

Summary of the Home

Enchanting bungalow and detached ADU, each well-appointed
Outstanding location just one-half mile from downtown San Mateo
2 bedrooms and 1 bath in the main home, circa 1923
1 bedroom and 1 bath in the ADU with full kitchen, built in 2019
Approximately 1,834 total square feet (per County records)
– Home: 1,280 sf
– ADU: 554 sf

Classic curb appeal with inviting covered front porch, refreshed landscaping, and signature palm tree
A true-divided light French door opens to a traditional foyer with front window; new paint and refinished hardwood floors are introduced and continue throughout
Spacious living room with focal point, glass-enclosed fireplace and sconce lighting
Formal dining room with period-style ceiling light
Inviting breakfast room with of-the-era built-in china cabinet with leaded glass fronts and marble serving counter
Remodeled kitchen features white cabinetry topped in quartz with subway tile backsplashes and large-format tile floor
Stainless steel KitchenAid appliances include a gas range, dishwasher, and refrigerator
Two bedrooms, each with ceiling light and crown molding
Hallway bath features a cast iron tub with overhead shower, mini hex tile floor, decorative tile wainscot, and pedestal sink
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) features: double French door entry and double sliding glass doors to a private patio; laminate wood floors and recessed lights throughout; living/dining/kitchen area with white cabinetry, terrazzo countertops, and linear mosaic tile backsplash; gas range and refrigerator; double track-hung opaque glass doors to separate bedroom with custom wardrobe; bath with large shower and track-hung glass door; mini split HVAC
Other features: laundry room with LG washer/dryer and outside entrance; ample off-street parking, including behind a manual gate
Private rear yard with expansive hardscape and lawn
Lot size of approximately 5,750 square feet (per County records)
Just blocks (one-half mile) from downtown San Mateo and one mile from downtown Burlingame
Schools: San Mateo Park Elementary, Borel Middle, San Mateo High (buyer to confirm)