Clearfield Park lies on the northeastern side of San Carlos and is one of the city’s more compact residential areas. Streets and parcels are generally more straightforward than those found in the western hillside neighborhoods.

Publicly reported neighborhood-level data indicates that single-family homes average approximately 1,191 sq.ft., with a median lot size of about 4,791 sq.ft. and a median year built of 1948.

Many original homes had relatively small footprints, so the neighborhood now includes original residences, additions, major remodels and complete rebuilds.

Important buyer considerations include expansion history, floor plan, renovation quality, parking and exact street position.

Cordes occupies the northern part of San Carlos and has greater variation in both terrain and residential character.

Publicly reported neighborhood-level data indicates that single-family homes average approximately 1,805 sq.ft., with a median lot size of about 6,969 sq.ft. and a median year built of 1954.

Lower-elevation streets tend to have a more traditional mid-century neighborhood character, while terrain and lot configuration become more complex toward the western and higher-elevation portions.

Buyers should compare lot usability, slope, floor plan, renovation condition and exact street position on a property-by-property basis.

Howard Park is one of San Carlos’ flatter and more centrally located established neighborhoods, offering a distinctly different residential experience from the western hillside areas.

Publicly reported neighborhood-level data indicates that single-family homes average approximately 1,878 sq.ft., with a median lot size of about 6,098 sq.ft. and a median year built of 1949.

Housing includes older traditional homes, mid-century residences and properties that have undergone major remodels or complete replacement.

Howard Park’s primary strengths are flat streets, walkability, mature neighborhood character and proximity to Downtown.

White Oaks is one of the residential areas most frequently recognized by San Carlos buyers. It occupies a relatively flat portion of the southeastern side of the city.

The neighborhood is known for traditional single-family homes, mature residential streets and strong walkability. Much of the original housing stock dates to the 1940s and 1950s, although many homes have since been expanded, renovated or rebuilt.

Homes are often approximately 1,400–2,000+ sq.ft., with many lots in the 5,000–6,500 sq.ft. range. Expanded and rebuilt properties can be substantially larger.

Buyers should focus on exact street, floor plan, renovation quality, yard usability and proximity to Downtown rather than square footage alone.

Beverly Terrace is one of San Carlos’ primary hillside residential areas and covers a significant portion of the city’s western slopes.

Publicly reported neighborhood-level data indicates that single-family homes average approximately 2,247 sq.ft., with a median lot size of about 8,276 sq.ft. and a median year built of 1965.

Housing includes Ranch, split-level and multi-level hillside homes, with selected properties offering Bay or Peninsula views.

Recorded lot size alone is not enough to evaluate hillside property. Slope, usable yard, driveway configuration, retaining structures, orientation and views can materially affect both value and usability.

Alder Manor sits at the southwestern edge of San Carlos and is one of the city’s quieter hillside areas, with generally larger residential parcels.

Publicly reported neighborhood-level data indicates that single-family homes average approximately 2,296 sq.ft., with a median lot size of about 9,583 sq.ft. and a median year built of 1963.

Homes are generally larger, and some streets are close to Eaton Park and nearby open-space areas. Selected properties also offer Bay or Peninsula views.

Larger recorded lots are part of the area’s appeal, but buyers should still evaluate usable land, slope, driveway access, retaining conditions and view orientation.