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Charming Duplex with Detached Garage

515 S Fremont ST San Mateo, CA 94402

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515 S Fremont ST, San Mateo, CA, 94402
$1,799,000
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$1,799,000

MULTI_FAMILY - SAN MATEO, CA

Property Size2,220 SF
Lot Size0.14 Acres
Price / SF$810.36
AddedJul 15
Days on Market2
Last RefreshJul 16 at 2:06 pm

Property Features for 515 S Fremont ST

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
RM0000
Bedrooms
4
Rooms
Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3
Parking
1
Parking features
Garage - Attached
Appliances
Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Electric, Pantry, Refrigerator
Standard status
Active
Size
2,220 SF
Lot size
0.14 Acres

Utilities

Heating system
Natural Gas, Central, Forced Air
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1920
Number of units
2
Flooring type
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
Roof type
Shingle

Listing agent Bret Evans License #01223530

Listing office RE/MAX Gold Redwood Shores. 3 Twin Dolphin Dr, suite 175, Redwood City, CA

Listing date Jul 15, 2026

MLS# ML82042066 Listing URL

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This duplex includes two distinct units with separate living spaces. The front residence offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, two fireplaces, original oak hardwood floors, and a large entryway. The dining room connects to a spacious kitchen with pantry space, and the home includes an in-unit washer and dryer. The rear unit provides a private 2-bedroom, 1-bath layout with its own kitchen and laundry room. Exterior updates include repainting, and the rear unit has a new roof.

Set on a wide, tree-lined street in the Sunnybrae neighborhood of San Mateo, the property is positioned with convenient access to transportation, shopping, and dining. There is also detached parking in the form of a 2-car garage, plus additional parking at the end of the driveway. Zoning is listed as RM0000, and the property is located within a local school district.

For tenants or buyers, the configuration supports flexible occupancy, whether you’re looking to live in one unit while renting the other, or operating the property as a residential income asset. Separate kitchens and laundry facilities can help each unit maintain day-to-day independence. The detached garage and extra driveway parking add practical value for residents’ vehicles.

Key Highlights

  • Duplex with separate 2‑bedroom/2‑bath front residence and private 2‑bedroom/1‑bath rear unit
  • Front residence features original oak hardwood floors, two fireplaces, and a separate dining room
  • Kitchen includes granite countertops, pantry, cooktop, microwave, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and garbage disposal

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $83.9k $37.80
− Vacancy −$4.6k −$2.08
EGI $79.3k $35.72
− OpEx −$23.8k −$10.72
NOI $55.5k $25.00
2,220 SF · lease $37.80/SF/yr · vacancy 5.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$793.0K
$693.9K – $925.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $55,510 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.09%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$715.9K
$626.4K – $835.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $50,110 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.79%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$878.1K
$768.3K – $1.02M (±1% cap)
NOI $61,464 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.42%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

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Suggested Use

Florist Locksmith Barber Shop Fish Market Cosmetic Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Tanning Salon (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Clothing & Fashion Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two separate residences with in-unit laundry and a detached 2-car garage, offering flexible owner-occupant or rental use.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 515 S Fremont ST San Mateo, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,799,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Duplex with separate 2‑bedroom/2‑bath front residence and private 2‑bedroom/1‑bath rear unit; Front residence features original oak hardwood floors, two fireplaces, and a separate dining room; Kitchen includes granite countertops, pantry, cooktop, microwave, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and garbage disposal
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