Homes for sale · North Port, FloridaSan Mateo
New-construction value in a growing North Port corner
33
Homes for sale
$369,900
Median list price
$217
Avg price / sqft
94
Median days on market
San Mateo sits in the fast-growing eastern reaches of North Port, where newer subdivisions like Atwater and Cranberry Fields have filled in alongside established pockets. It's a practical, family-friendly stretch of Sarasota County — single-family homes on manageable lots, a mix of builder product and resale, and quick access to the amenities North Port keeps adding as it grows.
For a buyer today, the market reads as steady and negotiable. There are 29 active listings with a median list price of $369,000, and homes are taking a median of 119 days to sell — so there's room to shop and make an offer. Note that 16 of those active listings are new construction, which gives you real choice between move-in-ready builder homes and lower-priced resale options; compare them against the broader pool of North Port homes for sale or start on the live map.
San Mateo is a community in North Port, Florida.
Quick facts
$230,000 – $699K price range
1,850 sqft median home
$2,000/mo median rent
79 sold in 12 months
Living in San Mateo
San Mateo is a residential stretch of eastern North Port, part of Sarasota County's southern growth corridor. It's defined less by a single landmark than by its character: newer single-family homes on tidy lots, a steady flow of construction, and the kind of quiet streets that families and remote workers gravitate toward. The pace is unhurried, and the area trades proximity to the coast for space and value.
North Port as a whole has been one of Florida's faster-growing cities, and San Mateo reflects that momentum — subdivisions that didn't exist a decade ago now sit next to earlier development. That mix gives the area a transitional feel: still filling in, still adding homes and infrastructure. Buyers who want a sense of newness without a built-out, premium price tag tend to find it here.
It suits first-time buyers, growing families, and anyone prioritizing a newer home over an established neighborhood with mature trees and a long history. If your idea of a good weekend is a backyard pool and an easy drive to errands rather than walking to a downtown, San Mateo lines up well. It's practical over glamorous, and that's its appeal.
Neighborhoods and communities in San Mateo
Several named communities anchor the area, each with its own feel. Atwater is among the most recognizable, a newer master-planned-style community that lends its name to the local elementary school. It represents the builder-driven side of San Mateo, with homes designed for modern family living.
Cranberry Fields and North Port Gardens add more residential variety to the mix, from newer subdivisions to established pockets. Chamberlain rounds out the notable communities buyers will encounter when shopping the area. Blue Ridge - Salford is another neighborhood name you may see in listings here.
Because the area blends planned communities with older platted sections, the experience of buying can vary a lot block to block — one street may be freshly built while the next holds longer-standing homes. That's worth keeping in mind as you tour: amenities, HOA structures, and lot sizes differ between communities. Walk or drive the specific streets you're considering, not just the broader area.
Homes for sale in San Mateo: prices and housing
The numbers tell a story of attainable, buyer-friendly pricing. There are 29 active listings with a median list price of $369,000, ranging from about $230,000 to $699,000. The average price per square foot is around $213, and the median home size is roughly 1,810 square feet — solidly in family-home territory. Over the past 12 months, 79 homes sold at a median price of $325,000.
The housing is predominantly single-family, and new construction is a standout feature: 16 of the 29 active listings are newly built. That's an unusually high share and gives buyers real leverage to choose between builder homes and resale. Private pools are also common, appearing in seven active listings, while waterfront is rare — just one active listing. There are no gated, golf, or 55+ communities in the current active pool, and nothing over $1 million.
On carrying costs, the median property tax is about $3,205 per year. HOA figures aren't consistently reported for the area, so dues should be verified community by community — some builder neighborhoods carry them while older sections may not. With a median 119 days on market and sellers getting about 98% of asking, buyers have room to negotiate on homes that have been listed a while, though sharply priced homes still move.
Schools in San Mateo
Homes in San Mateo most commonly feed three Sarasota County public schools: Atwater Elementary, Woodland Middle School and North Port High School. The Atwater Elementary connection is especially tight given the community of the same name sits within the area.
School assignments in Florida are tied to specific addresses and can shift as district boundaries are redrawn or new schools open. Because North Port continues to grow, it's smart to confirm the exact zone for any home you're serious about rather than assuming the area default applies.
The most reliable way to verify is to check the current attendance zone with the Sarasota County school district using the property's address before you make an offer. If schools are a priority in your decision, build that verification into your home search early.
Getting around San Mateo
San Mateo is a car-oriented community in southern Sarasota County, within the City of North Port. Interstate 75 is the primary regional artery, running along the city's northern and eastern edges and connecting north toward Sarasota and Venice and south toward Port Charlotte and Fort Myers. Most daily driving — errands, school runs, commuting — happens by car.
.Specific drive-time figures aren't available for this community, so the best approach is to test the routes you'll actually use at the times you'll use them. Commutes from eastern North Port can vary depending on how far you are from an I-75 interchange, and the area's ongoing growth means traffic patterns continue to evolve.
Expect a suburban-to-semirural rhythm rather than a walkable one. Plan on driving to shopping, dining, and services, and factor your regular destinations into which part of the area you choose to buy in.
Is San Mateo a good place to live?
For the right buyer, San Mateo offers a compelling combination: newer homes, attainable prices, and a quiet residential setting in a growing part of Sarasota County. A median list price of $369,000 and sold prices near $325,000 make it accessible, and the heavy presence of new construction — 16 of 29 active listings — means you can often buy a move-in-ready home rather than compete over scarce resale inventory. Pools are common, and the area feeds established schools including Atwater Elementary.
The trade-offs are real and worth naming. This is a car-dependent area without the walkability, waterfront, or coastal proximity of pricier Sarasota County markets — only one active listing is waterfront, and there are no golf or gated communities in the current pool. The area is still filling in, so you may be buying alongside ongoing construction, and the median 119 days on market signals a slower, less competitive environment than some buyers expect.
That slower pace, though, is largely a buyer's advantage here. You have time to tour, compare builder and resale options, and negotiate, while sellers still generally recover about 98% of asking on well-priced homes. If your priorities are space, value, and a newer home over location prestige, San Mateo makes a strong, honest case.
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Homes for sale in San Mateo
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$479,000
. BOSWELL STREET UNIT 1, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 sqft
$479,000
. BOSWELL STREET UNIT 2, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 sqft
$479,000
. BOSWELL STREET, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 sqft
$399,000
1674 GOSHEN ROAD, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 sqft
$450,000
4570 MCALLISTER LANE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,305 sqft
$361,900
1631 S SAN MATEO DRIVE, NORTH PORT
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,868 sqft
$230,000
3465 JUNCTION STREET, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,164 sqft
$334,888$349,888
1953 RADA LANE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,040 sqft
$375,000$389,900
4196 SKYWAY AVENUE, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,639 sqft
$269,499
3434 WENTWORTH STREET, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,487 sqft
$319,400$324,400
1846 KIRKWOOD STREET, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,464 sqft
$360,000$370,000
4639 KENOSKA STREET, NORTH PORT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,267 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The San Mateo market
79
Sold, last 12 months
$325,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
66 days
Median time to sell
San Mateo vs North Port
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 4.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the San Mateo boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools San Mateo is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median San Mateo home
≈ $2,227/mo
$369,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$2,000/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
3,138
Median age
42
Median income
$76,916
Median home value
$323,346
Beyond the listings
Living in San Mateo
Entertainment
Top 4% in the U.S.Live Experiences
When it comes to entertainment, this population is looking for the ultimate experience. Whether it's a charity fundraiser or a concert, elements such as lights, sounds, and merchandise are critical for a good time.
Lifestyles
Top 5% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Entertainment
Top 5% in the U.S.Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Emotional
Top 7% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Lifestyles
Top 8% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Straight answers
San Mateo FAQs
Is San Mateo a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want newer single-family homes at an attainable price in a still-growing part of North Port. The area mixes builder communities like Atwater with resale options, and pools are fairly common — seven of the 29 active listings have one. If you want quiet residential streets over nightlife, it's a strong fit.
Is San Mateo expensive?+
No — it's one of the more attainable corners of Sarasota County. The median list price is $369,000 and homes have sold at a median of $325,000 over the past year, with listings running from about $230,000 to $699,000. That range gives both first-time and move-up buyers something to work with.
What do homes cost in San Mateo?+
Active listings range from roughly $230,000 to $699,000, with a median list price of $369,000 and an average of about $213 per square foot. The median home is around 1,810 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 79 homes sold at a median price of $325,000.
How is the market right now?+
It's a measured, buyer-friendly market. With 29 active listings and a median 119 days on market, homes are sitting long enough to negotiate, though sellers are still getting about 98% of asking on average. That tells you well-priced homes move while overpriced ones linger.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Median property tax here runs about $3,205 per year. HOA data isn't consistently reported for the area, so confirm dues community by community — fees vary widely between newer Atwater subdivisions and older unplatted lots. Always check the specific listing before you budget.
What schools serve San Mateo?+
The most common assignments are Atwater Elementary, Woodland Middle School and North Port High School. School zones can change with district boundaries, so verify the assignment for any specific address before you buy.
Is there new construction in San Mateo?+
Yes, and it's a defining feature here — 16 of the 29 active listings are new construction. That means buyers can often choose a move-in-ready builder home instead of competing for limited resale inventory. Communities like Cranberry Fields reflect that ongoing growth.
What's the commute and getting around like?+
San Mateo is part of North Port in southern Sarasota County, with I-75 as the main regional artery connecting north toward Sarasota and south toward Port Charlotte. Specific drive-time data isn't available for this community, so test your own commute at different times of day. Most errands and daily driving happen by car here.
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