Peninsula
Foster City
A planned waterfront community with excellent schools and bay access
Neighborhoods Within Foster City
About
Foster City
Foster City is a planned community built on filled tidal marshland in the 1960s, and it's aged remarkably well. The city's defining feature is its network of lagoons — miles of waterways that wind through residential neighborhoods, offering residents direct access to kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing from their back yards. The schools are among the best in San Mateo County, which drives consistent demand from families. Major tech employers including Gilead Sciences and Electronic Arts are headquartered here. The housing stock is primarily single-family homes, townhouses, and condos in well-maintained planned developments. The city has a quiet, almost resort-like quality that appeals to those who want suburban comfort with a distinctive waterfront character.
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Livability
Neighborhood Snapshot
Restaurants
Where to Eat
Modern Cantonese seafood and dim sum — a Peninsula favorite
Northern Italian in a welcoming waterfront-adjacent setting
Beloved Japanese comfort food with a loyal local following
Bay Area chain with creative, overstuffed sandwiches
Things To Do
Explore the Area
Miles of navigable waterways for kayaking and paddleboarding
Bayfront park with picnic areas, sports fields, and water access
Scenic multi-use path along the bay with views of the East Bay hills
Community sports and recreation hub
Education
Schools Nearby
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