Cynthia Smith Presents

Storybook Tudor Meets Modern Sophistication

3533 Pasadena Drive, San Mateo

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$1,788,000

Property Details

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Square Feet 1,080 sq ft
Neighborhood The Village
Set on a picturesque residential street, this Tudor style home offers the perfect balance of classic architecture and fresh modern updates. A striking blend of timeless charm and modern sophistication, this beautifully reimagined residence makes an unforgettable first impression with its storybook-inspired architecture, crisp designer palette, and thoughtfully refreshed curb appeal. Framed by clean lines, manicured drought-conscious landscaping, and a welcoming stone pathway, the home exudes warmth, character, and effortless style from the moment you arrive.

The expansive living room centers around a striking stacked marble fireplace with a sleek electric insert, complemented by recessed lighting and built-in surround sound system. Just beyond, the light-filled dining area overlooks the manicured front yard and connects seamlessly to the beautifully remodeled kitchen, where shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, a porcelain tile backsplash, and a full suite of stainless-steel appliances create both style and practicality. Three generously sized bedrooms provide ample natural light and storage, while the spa-inspired bathroom showcases a quartz surround, quartz vanity, and modern LED smart mirror for a refined, everyday retreat. A versatile carpeted bonus space is accessed through the attached 1-car garage.

The serene backyard is designed for both relaxation and entertaining, featuring a covered paver patio, outdoor TV with sound bar, and a charming tiki bar, along with a lush lawn, citrus trees, and a spacious workshop and storage shed. Adding to the appeal of this lovely home is the exceptional location, only minutes away from Whole Foods, multiple restaurants, Crunch gym, spas, salons, Kaiser Permanente, and more. Close to Hillsdale Shopping Center offering extensive shopping, restaurants, Trader Joes, bowling, and a luxury multi-cinema center, Easy access to Highways 101 and 92, and Hillsdale Caltrain station and ideally located between San Francisco and the Silicon Valley.
 
  • Expansive living room showcases an exceptional stacked marble fireplace with a contemporary electric insert, enhanced by recessed lighting and a built-in surround sound system
  • Natural light-filled dining area enjoys views of the beautifully landscaped front yard and flows seamlessly into the kitchen
  • Remodeled kitchen incorporates an abundance of shaker-style cabinetry with soft-close hardware and a corner lazy Susan, a decorative porcelain tile backsplash, quartz countertops, window above the sink overlooking the rear patio, and a full suite of stainless steel appliances including a gas oven/range, microwave hood, dishwasher, and refrigerator with water line
  • Three generously sized bedrooms offer dual windows for natural light, including two with views of the vibrant backyard, along with double-door closets
  • Spa-like remodeled bathroom highlights a shower-over-tub with a sleek groutless quartz surround and tiled toiletry niche, recessed wood shelving for linens, a quartz-topped vanity, and an anti-fog, LED smart mirror
  • Versatile bonus space with new plush carpeting is accessed via a staircase in the garage
  • Tranquil backyard retreat features a covered paver patio, recessed outdoor TV with sound bar, charming tiki bar, vibrant lawn, citrus trees, and a spacious workshop and storage shed 
  • Attached one-car garage is equipped with a front-loading washer and dryer, recessed lighting, and extensive storage shelving
  • Additional features include: Newly installed paver driveway, walkway, and rear concrete to shed, new luxury plank flooring, baseboards, crown moulding, new front door, closet doors, light fixtures, and hardware throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, water service line and sewer lateral updates in February 2026, roof replaced in September of 2025, upgraded electrical panel in December 2024, automatic sprinklers and drip system, dual pane windows, and refreshed landscaping
  • Neighborhood Schools: George Hall Elementary, Abbott Middle, and Hillsdale High School (Buyer to confirm enrollment)

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One of the largest cities on the San Francisco Peninsula, San Mateo boasts many options for recreation as well as a revitalized downtown, with a large movie theater, restaurants, and bars. Spanish explorers first came to present-day San Mateo on a 1776 scouting trip and named the creek they slept beside San Mateo Creek. In 1863, the railroad arrived in San Mateo, leading some wealthy San Franciscans to build summer and weekend homes in the area.
Today, approximately 100,000 people call the city home. The median household income is $88,000, and the median home value is $722,000 according to 2013 United States Census Bureau data. Of San Mateo’s 40,014 housing units, 54 percent are owner occupied.
The city is home to the Hillsdale Shopping Center and a number of parks -- including Central Park and the Coyote Point Recreation Area. The CuriOdyssey museum at Coyote Point offers science and wildlife exhibits for children and adults, some of which feature live animals. For a breathtakingly beautiful jog, hike, or bicycling outing, locals head to the Sawyer Camp Trail at the Crystal Springs Reservoir.

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