San Mateo County property record for 68 W 40th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,685 sqft · built 1942 |
| Lot Size | 0.116 acres (5,044 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $2,160,000 (Nov 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $25,898 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2023 Transfer Nov 2021 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 042-164-130 |
| Primary APN | 042-164-130 |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
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| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Total Rooms | 7 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,685 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 780 sqft |
| Family Room | Family Room |
| Study | Study |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1942 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1942 |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Exterior Material | Stucco |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 5,044 sqft (0.116 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 97 ft deep x 52 ft wide |
| Garage Area | 300 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Central |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Street Address | 68 W 40TH AVE |
|---|---|
| City | SAN MATEO |
| State | CA |
| Zip | 94403-4515 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R10006 |
| Legal Description | LOT 13 BLOCK 4 LAUREL PARK UNIT NO 2 RSM 23/57 CITY OF SAN MATEO |
| Legal Subdivision | LAUREL PARK UNIT NO 2 |
| Legal Block | 4 |
| Legal Lot Number | 13 |
| Jurisdiction | SAN MATEO CA |
| Township / Civil Division | SAN MATEO |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2009 |
| Census Tract | 607200 |
68 W 40th Ave is owned and occupied by two individuals who acquired it in April 2023.
Source: San Mateo County records, as of July 15, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 68 W 40TH AVE, SAN MATEO, CA 94403-4515 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2023 | Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer |
| Nov 4, 2021 | Grant Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage BANK OF AMERICA NA |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 4, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Nov 4, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jul 28, 2011 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2021154659 |
| Last Transfer Date | Apr 10, 2023 |
| Transfer Doc | 0000017598 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SAN MATEO CA |
| Recording Date | Apr 19, 2023 |
| Property Address | 68 W 40TH AVE, SAN MATEO, CA 94403-4515 |
| Document Number | 0000017598 |
| Map Reference | MB 23 PG 57 |
| Instrument Date | Apr 10, 2023 |
| Instrument | 2023-017598 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jun 7, 2023 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 68 W 40TH AVE, SAN MATEO, CA 94403-4515 |
| Document Type | Grant Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | SAN MATEO CA |
| Recording Date | Nov 4, 2021 |
| Property Address | 68 W 40TH AVE, SAN MATEO, CA 94403-4515 |
| Document Number | 0000154659 |
| Map Reference | MB 23 PG 57 |
| Instrument Date | Sep 10, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021-154659 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 25, 2021 |
| Title Company | FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE CO |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $13,176.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Calculated from Transfer Tax |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 68 W 40TH AVE, SAN MATEO, CA 94403-4515 |
| Document Number | 0000154660 |
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| Date | Nov 4, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021-154660 |
| Name | BANK OF AMERICA NA |
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| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Dec 1, 2051 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 1.75% |
| Type Change Date | Dec 1, 2028 |
| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Min Rate At Change | 2.62% |
| Max Rate At Change | 6.75% |
| Index | Other |
| Max Rate | 6.75% |
The 2025 property tax bill for 68 W 40th Ave was $25,898 with a homeowner's exemption.
Source: San Mateo County assessment roll, as of July 15, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | California |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Municipality | San Mateo City |
| Elementary School District | San Mateo-Foster City Elementary School District (KG - 08) |
| Secondary School District | San Mateo Union High School District (09 - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,100,000 (-) Land $1,181,000 Building $919,000 | ||
| 2025 | $25,898.00 Homeowner's exemption | $2,100,000 Land $1,181,000 Building $919,000 | |
| 2023 | $25,801.00 (-1.05%) Homeowner's exemption | $2,140,000 Land $1,204,000 Building $936,000 | $1,615,590 |
| 2022 | $26,076.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 68 W 40th Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 1986.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 10, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (1986) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 1 of 1 |
| Most Recent Claim | Feb 1986 · Severe Storms & Flooding |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
The area around 68 W 40th Ave has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
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Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE - SAN MATEO private · serves 103,536 people · EPA ID CA4110008 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from SAN FRANCISCO REGIONAL WATER SYSTEM |
| Last State Inspection | Mar 2025 |
| Lead | 4 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 785 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Sonic Telecom Fiber | 10,000 / 10,000 |
| AT&T Fiber · Fixed Wireless, DSL in parts of the area | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Astound Broadband Cable | 1,500 / 50 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless | 250 / 100 |
May also be available: GeoLinks, T-Mobile.
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