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The Stratford

Distinctive Condos for Purchase in Downtown San Mateo

Our boutique community has the look of a five-star hotel combined with an unparalleled feeling of warmth and belonging. From exquisite condominiums for purchase to elegant amenities and bountiful activities, you’ll soon discover why our sophisticated residents love our intimate community.
Offering independent living and assisted living, The Stratford is a Continuing Care Retirement Community where you can enjoy an active and upscale lifestyle in your very own condo.

Open the door to refined living

As you step into our beautiful 11-story high-rise, you will immediately notice the meticulous, elegant design and how quickly our friendly residents make you feel at home. Before you know it, you’ll be enjoying your time alongside new friends—whether that means taking in sweeping San Francisco views from the rooftop garden, getting active with a water aerobics class, or listening to some live music together. At The Stratford, every day can bring something new and exciting.

RCFE License 415600689
CALDRE License 01804601
CCRC License 254
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The Stratford | Exterior
Award-Winning Senior Living
U.S. News Best Independent Living Best Independent Living
We are proud that our community has been recognized as Best Independent Living as part of U.S. News & World Report's Best Senior Living ratings for 2025.
WELL at Scale | Badge WELL Ratings
We've earned the WELL Equity Rating and WELL Health-Safety Rating, reflecting our dedication to creating inclusive and safe environments where both residents and team members can thrive.
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Select from the options below to learn more about our community and how we can meet your needs.

What makes our community unique

When you add our great Bay Area location to our attentive services and a packed social calendar, you get an unmatched experience.

Types of living and care

As a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), The Stratford is designed to support your needs as they evolve. From independent living to assisted living to short-term care, we are here to enhance your life and offer individualized care.
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    Independent living

    Own a spacious condo and do more of what you love with the bountiful services and amenities you need to live a maintenance-free life.
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    Assisted living

    You can take advantage of services like medication management and receive help with things such as dressing, bathing, and grooming.
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    Short-term care

    We offer individualized rehabilitative care for current residents who need to recover after an illness, hospitalization, or surgery.
     

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We think you’ll love it here. To learn more about our active community, fill out the form and we will reach out shortly. Preferred hours for appointment are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

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Contact

650-666-0334 Pricing & Availability 650-342-4106 Residents & Family

Location

The Stratford
601 Laurel Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401

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The Stratford | San Mateo, CA

*Room rates include select services such as fresh cuisine, daily programs, housekeeping, and trash removal; services included in the room rates may vary by individual community. Rates are subject to room availability. Reminiscence rates include program fee and Meds 1. Excludes care rates unless otherwise stated. Care services are offered separately based upon a care assessment and are charged in addition to the cost of your chosen room. Other restrictions may apply. Contact a Sunrise Senior Living community for more details. Assessments are one of many factors considered by Sunrise in determining and setting staffing levels at the Communities. Sunrise does not guarantee that it will adjust staffing levels whenever a new resident is admitted or an existing resident has needs that change. Sunrise does not guarantee that any resident will receive a specific number of minutes or amount of care on any given day or time period.