Hayward Park
Grand history and a present full of possibility
The land that makes up present-day Hayward Park once made up an 800-acre estate constructed in the late 19th century by Alvinza Hayward, who was considered to be California’s first millionaire. The estate featured everything from a racetrack to a lake. Today, the Hayward Park property is filled mainly with single-family homes built in the early to mid-20th century. Craftsman bungalow, Mediterranean and Tudor are the most common architectural styles around the neighborhood, and floor plans average 1,515 square feet. “It’s kind of more up and coming, so definitely homes where people can put in some sweat equity and get a good starter home and build up from there,” says Andrighetto, a Bay Area native.Most houses around Hayward Park come with yard space, part of lots that are often around one-tenth of an acre. A smattering of condos and townhomes, built in the latter half of the 20th century, supplement the single-family houses in the neighborhood. Some of the condos can be had for prices under $1 million, while the houses here come with price tags from about $1.1 million to roughly $3 million.
Local schools come well-regarded
Kids in Hayward Park can attend schools in the San Mateo-Foster City School District, a system that carries an A-minus overall grade on Niche. Students, depending on where in the neighborhood they live, may start at either the A-minus-rated Baywood Elementary or the C-plus-rated Sunnybrae Elementary. Both schools offer Lego Education, a method of hands-on STEAM learning. Students can then progress to the A-minus-rated Borel Middle, where they can participate in college and career exploration labs to find out what it would be like to work in various disciplines The A-plus-rated Aragon High is next, part of the San Mateo Union High School District. Aragon High’s extracurricular opportunities range from an esports club to an engineering club.Central Park is a central attraction
Hayward Park abuts a well-liked outdoor attraction in San Mateo Central Park. This 16-acre space comes complete with multiple picnic areas and a playground. Central Park even has a Japanese Garden that’s considered one of the best gardens in the state. The garden includes a koi pond where people can view feedings in the spring and summer. There’s a recreation center here as well, where locals love the aerobic classes.Amenities are easily accessible
Hayward Park balances its residential makeup with convenient proximity to retail and dining spots. For one, residents can head over to the Safeway on El Camino Real or the Trader Joe’s on Grant Street to grab groceries and other essentials — both are within walking distance for many. And those who don’t quite feel like cooking can sit down for a meal at neighborhood haunts like Jack's Restaurant & Bar, whose pasta is popular. Patrons enjoy stopping in at Jack’s in the morning for the breakfast, too. All Spice, just down the street, offers a fine dining experience with a menu full of “Modern California Cuisine” like prime beef tenderloin and king salmon. Andrighetto notes that the 1.3-million-square-foot Hillsdale Shopping Center isn’t too far away, either, where locals can get their shopping fix at the dozens of stores. “They have everything you can imagine there,” Andrighetto says.Transportation can be a breeze
Among Hayward Park’s boons is its location in relation to transportation arteries. Nearby U.S. Route 101 can take travelers up to San Francisco in a trip of just about 20 miles, for instance. “People like it because of its location, close to the 101 and being able to commute,” Andrighetto says. There’s also a stop on the Caltrain commuter rail line here, an option for avoiding traffic, that can get riders up to San Francisco in just about 40 minutes. The neighborhood has multiple stops on the SamTrans bus system, too.Locals can convene at Central Park
Nearby Central Park isn’t just a good spot for a leisurely afternoon outside. It’s also a hub for area events. Central Park hosts programming such as a concert series in the summer, an Easter egg hunt and a Fourth of July celebration.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Julie Flouty
Compass
(650) 414-5474
189 Total Sales
3 in Hayward Park
$1.8M - $2.3M Price Range
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Carrie Davis
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 744-0360
63 Total Sales
1 in Hayward Park
$1,650,000 Price
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Timothy Gilmartin
Gilmartin Group
(650) 844-0709
22 Total Sales
1 in Hayward Park
$1,715,000 Price
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Sheldon Rilliet
Compass
(650) 825-9245
47 Total Sales
3 in Hayward Park
$1.2M - $3M Price Range
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Ali Gilmartin
Gilmartin Group
(650) 414-4938
41 Total Sales
1 in Hayward Park
$4,300,000 Price
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Claire Haggarty
N B T Realty Service
(650) 977-2596
16 Total Sales
1 in Hayward Park
$1,280,000 Price
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hayward Park | US |
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Homicide | 2 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
Robbery | 3 | 4 |
Burglary | 4 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
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Hayward Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hayward Park, San Mateo sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Hayward Park, San Mateo over the last 12 months is $1,940,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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