Explore Beresford

About Beresford, San Mateo

Beresford is a central San Mateo neighborhood located generally west of El Camino Real and south of Highway 92, around Beresford Park and the Hillsdale area. It includes subareas often called Beresford Park, Beresford Manor and San Mateo Terrace, and it is commonly grouped with nearby Hillsdale. Much of the area was developed in the 1940s and 1950s as San Mateo expanded south with planned residential communities. Beresford real estate is centered on mid-century homes near parks, a golf course and major shopping.

Moving to Beresford

Moving to Beresford offers a central location with parks, shopping and freeway access all close at hand. Beresford Park and its recreation center sit at the heart of the neighborhood, and Hillsdale Shopping Center is a short drive or bike ride east. Highway 92 runs along the northern edge, making commutes to Interstate 280 or Highway 101 straightforward. As a San Mateo Realtor, I help buyers compare Beresford homes by street, lot and level of update.

Cost of Living & Housing in Beresford

Beresford homes for sale are generally positioned in the middle to upper-middle tier of the San Mateo market, with variation between original homes and remodeled properties. Housing is mostly single-family, including 1940s and 1950s ranch homes, traditional designs and some two-story homes, with larger homes near the golf course in Beresford Manor. Lots are typically suburban in scale with front and rear yards. Many homes have been expanded or remodeled, while others offer a chance to update.

Getting Around Beresford

Highway 92 runs along the neighborhood's northern edge, connecting to Interstate 280 to the west and Highway 101 and the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge to the east. El Camino Real provides a direct route to Downtown San Mateo and Belmont. The Hillsdale Caltrain station is a short drive east, offering service to San Francisco and San Jose. SamTrans buses serve El Camino Real and Hillsdale Boulevard.

Local Amenities & Things to Do in Beresford

Beresford Park offers sports fields, bocce courts, a skate plaza and a community garden, along with the Beresford Recreation Center and the San Mateo Senior Center. Hillsdale Shopping Center, with department stores, dining and a movie theater, is a short drive away. The Peninsula Golf & Country Club borders part of the neighborhood. Laurelwood Park and the Sugarloaf Mountain trails are a few minutes south for hiking.

Schools & Education in Beresford

Beresford is part of the San Mateo-Foster City School District for elementary and middle grades and the San Mateo Union High School District for high school. Homes are commonly served by Beresford Elementary School, Abbott or Borel Middle School and Hillsdale or Aragon High School, depending on the street. Junipero Serra High School and other private schools are located nearby. Confirm school boundaries for any specific address with each district, since assignments can change over time.

Why Buyers Choose Beresford

Buyers choose Beresford for its central location, mid-century homes and easy access to parks, shopping and Highway 92. Beresford homes for sale offer suburban streets close to Hillsdale Shopping Center and Caltrain. Beresford Park and its recreation center also provide a convenient hub for everyday activities. If you are ready to buy or sell a home in Beresford, contact Jessica Heredia for local guidance from start to finish.