18 Mounds Road

Baywood is a tree-lined residential neighborhood in western San Mateo, set among rolling hills between downtown and the open spaces of the Peninsula. Its mild coastal climate brings cool mornings and comfortable afternoons. Central Park offers gardens, walking paths, tennis courts and playgrounds, while the San Mateo Japanese Garden adds a tranquil landmark nearby. Downtown San Mateo brings cafés, restaurants and shops, with additional dining and everyday errands along local commercial corridors. The area’s historic homes and mature landscaping give its streets a distinct character; arts and nightlife are close by in downtown rather than concentrated within Baywood itself. Walking and cycling work well for local outings, while Caltrain and major roads connect the neighborhood with the wider Peninsula. For ZIP code 94402, the median rent is $3,993 per month, with a typical range of $1,375 to $1,000,000.