450 Turner Terrace, San Mateo

$2,650,000  |  450 Turner Terrace, San Mateo, CA 94403

This sophisticated Victorian has roots dating back to 1910 and a distinguished history as the Russell Bede private school from 1984 to 2014, founded by Helen Myers. Since then, this grand dame has been renovated to include a gourmet kitchen, beautiful bathrooms, and most recently the addition of gorgeous hardwood floors. The covered porch entrance stands as a tribute to the Victorian era with Doric columns and carved balustrade railings. Inside, the accolades continue with original details like dropped crown moldings and wainscot paneling, complemented by the newer additions of subway-set tile and Carrara marble that honor the home’s early heritage. 

Spanning two levels, the main floor comprises a grand living room and formal dining room, each with fireplace, a chef’s kitchen, plus a bedroom suite, and half-bath. Upstairs, there is a laundry room, master bedroom suite with fully renovated bath, plus two very large bedrooms and a full bath. A separate Accessory Dwelling Unit (permits to be verified) includes a kitchenette and full bath plus there is a 2-car detached garage and significant off-street parking. Adding the finishing touch is the home’s premier location less than one mile from vibrant downtown San Mateo. 

Summary of the Home

• Circa 1910 Victorian renovated with sophisticated elegance
• 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms arranged over two levels
• Approximately 2,791 square feet plus ADU, garage, and partial basement
• Outstanding location less than one mile from downtown San Mateo with theatres, shops, restaurants, cafes, and Caltrain
• Signature Victorian covered porch with Doric columns and carved balustrade railings
• New hardwood floors plus original details like dropped crown moldings and wainscot paneling
• Grand living room features banquette seating, a fireplace outlined in Carrara marble, and wall of built-in cabinetry
• Formal dining room/family room has two distinct areas, one with fireplace outlined in tile beneath media wiring
• Remodeled kitchen has white cabinetry topped with quartz counters, open shelving, and stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, including a gas range, dishwasher, and refrigerator
• Main-level bedroom with outside entrance, walk-in closet, and en suite bath with tiled shower
• Upstairs master bedroom suite with walk-in closet and luxurious bath with dual-sink vanity, designer tile floor, and tub with overhead shower surrounded in subway-set tile that continues onto wainscot
• Two additional very large bedrooms are served by a tiled bath with shower
• Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) has wood-like tile floors, a kitchenette, and full bath with shower
• Other features: remodeled powder room; Ring front doorbell; upstairs laundry with Samsung washer/dryer; partial basement with wine cellar potential; detached 2-car garage
• Lot size of approximately 9,344 square feet with wraparound paver-stone patios and gardening/play areas