San Mateo Housing Market, CA
Last updated May 2026
As of the latest data, the typical home in San Mateo is valued around $1.61M, up 1.0% over the past 12 months. The market is home to roughly 742K residents. Looking ahead, Curb Report's 12-month price forecast points to mixed signals, housing crash risk is elevated, rental cap rates run below market median, the overall Investment Score grades weak. Below you'll find San Mateo's home prices, price forecast, crash and climate risk, property taxes, cap rate, and rental data, updated monthly from Zillow, the Census Bureau, FEMA, and 30+ sources. Create a free account to explore the full interactive map, or analyze a specific listing with Curb Check.
Median home value
$1.61M
1-year growth
+1.0%
Population
742K
12-mo forecast
Mixed signalsCrash risk
ElevatedCap rate
Below market medianDig into San Mateo
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San Mateo housing market FAQ
Is now a good time to buy in San Mateo?
Curb Report's 12-month price forecast for San Mateo currently points to mixed signals, with elevated housing crash risk. Create a free account to see the full forecast, the signals driving it, and historical trends before you buy.
What is the housing crash risk in San Mateo?
San Mateo's housing crash risk is currently elevated, based on price-to-income, inventory, days-on-market, and overvaluation signals. See the full Crash Risk breakdown and what's driving it on Curb Report.
What is the median home price in San Mateo?
The typical home value in San Mateo is about $1.61M, up 1.0% over the past year. Explore the full price history and 12-month forecast on Curb Report.
Is San Mateo a good place to invest in rental property?
In San Mateo, rental cap rates run below market median and the overall Investment Score grades weak. Use the Curb Check tool to paste any Zillow or Redfin listing and get instant cap rate, cash flow, and a risk read for that specific property.
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