Looking for the best duplex investment in San Mateo right now? This might be it. Welcome to 1026/1028 S Idaho Street in Sunnybrae, one of San Mateo's most centrally located and up-and-coming neighborhoods. This updated duplex offers approximately 2,097 sqft of living space on a 5,400 sqft lot, featuring two spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom units, each with its own private yard, garage, and versatile loft space perfect for a home office, guest area, or added rental value. Recent upgrades include a newer roof, updated electrical and plumbing, and refreshed kitchens with modern finishes, making this a turnkey opportunity with long-term upside. One unit is vacant and the other will be delivered vacant June 1, offering immediate flexibility for investors or owner-occupants. Ideal for house hackers looking to offset their mortgage or investors seeking strong rental demand in a prime Peninsula location. Just minutes to Downtown San Mateo, Trader Joes, Central Park, Caltrain, and major commute routes including Hwy 101 and 92. Only 12 minutes to SFO. Opportunities like this in Sunnybrae are rare. Act quickly.
Sold for $1,543,000
$1,543,000
1028 S Idaho St, San Mateo, CA 94402
2beds
2baths
2,097sqft
Duplex, Residential Income
Built in 1947
-- sqft lot
$1,558,500 Zestimate®
$736/sqft
$3,556 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,558,500
$1.42M - $1.71M
$3,556/mo
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Updated duplexUpdated electrical and plumbingNewer roof
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ned Laugharn 01970404 408-504-5898,
eXp Realty of California Inc 888-584-9427
Bought with:
Gabriel Manzanares, 02051583
Compass
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82040431
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Hookups Only
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Doors: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,097
- Total interior livable area: 2,097 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,400 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Sheds
- Parcel number: 035022210
- Zoning: R20000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex, Residential Income
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Mateo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $736/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,579,076
- Annual tax amount: $1
- Date on market: 3/26/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
- Inclusions: Building, Land
- Lease term: Month To Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2026 | Sold | $1,543,000-3.5%$736/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82040431 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$763/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #ML82040431 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Contingent | $1,599,000$763/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82040431 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000+7.5%$763/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82040431 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2022 | Sold | $1,488,000$710/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,488,000$710/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81885923 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,927 +1.8% | $1,579,076 +2% |
| 2024 | $20,557 +2.6% | $1,548,115 +2% |
| 2023 | $20,042 +56.6% | $1,517,760 +357.3% |
| 2022 | $12,798 +101.4% | $331,872 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,353 +7.1% | $325,366 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,932 +6.2% | $322,031 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,588 +9.6% | $315,718 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,097 +16.7% | $309,529 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,367 +1.7% | $303,460 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,296 +1.8% | $297,511 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,222 | $293,043 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,222 | $287,303 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $286,005 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $280,398 |
| 2011 | -- | $280,398 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $272,847 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $273,496 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $268,135 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $262,878 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $257,724 |
| 2005 | -- | $257,724 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $247,719 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $243,179 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $238,412 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $233,738 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $229,155 |
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Neighborhood: Sunnybrae
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Sunnybrae Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Borel Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Aragon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SanMateoFosterCityElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- San Mateo County
- San Mateo
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- Sunnybrae
- 1028 S Idaho St
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