881 Balboa Lane, Foster City

2 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,780 SQFT

LISTED AT $1,358,000

SOLD FOR $1,510,000

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Unparalleled Waterfront Living in Foster City

This top-floor condo offers breathtaking wrap-around views of Central Lake, placing you directly on the edge of one of Foster City's most vibrant waterways.

Capture This While You Can!


Welcoming Entryway

  • The rich blue front door, faramed by a sidelight, welcomes you with a pop of color.
  • A convenient entryway closet keeps everyday essentials within reach, but out of sight.
  • Hardwood flooring spreads out in front of you, drawing you into the main living areas.

Open-Concept Living & Dining Area

  • Straight ahead, this large, open space is perfect for both entertaining and everyday relaxation.
  • Hardwood flooring and elegant crown molding add warmth and character.
  • A tiled fireplace with built-in shelving on both sides serves as a cozy focal point.
  • Adjacent dining area features a chandelier overhead, creating the perfect ambiance for gatherings.
  • Sliding glass doors flood the space with natural light and offer seamless access to the balcony.

Scenic Balcony Retreat

  • Step outside to take in breathtaking water views of Central Lake and Leo J. Ryan Park, where longboats glide and birds like Kingfishers and Pelicans skim the lake.
  • This space provides a front-row seat to community concerts and fireworks at Leo J. Ryan Park
  • Spacious enough for a bistro set or lounge chairs—perfect for coffee in the mornings, wine in the evenings, unwinding with a book, and watching the sunset.

Dining and Entertaining

  • Sleek quartz countertops offer plenty of prep space for cooking, while a double-basin farmhouse sink gives ample cleaning space.
  • Stylish glass subway tile backsplash wraps around the kitchen bringing a chic pop of color.
  • Ample shaker-style cabinetry with soft-close drawers for a clean, modern look and plenty of space to hide your kitchenwares.
  • Stainless steel appliances, including a French door refrigerator and electric cooktop with range hood, provide modern conveniences.
  • An inviting coffee bar fills the air with the aroma of fresh espresso—perfect for slow mornings. This space can also double as a dry bar for evening wine and cocktails, or extra buffet space for meal service to the adjacent dining room.
  • Wood-like tile flooring adds warmth to this room and is easy to maintain.

Upstairs Retreats

  • Solarium windows wrap around the room to bathe the space in natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere.
  • Thoughtful layout includes a large closet for extra storage.

Extra Storage and Convenience

  • Updated half bath with modern fixtures is convenient for guests.
  • Large storage closet under the stairs keeps clutter out of sight.
  • Warm wood stairs with decorative balusters add charm to the ascent.
  • A skylight above plus a tall narrow window casts natural light, creating an open and airy feel.

Primary Suite with Water Views

  • Laundry Closet: Full-size side-by-side machines with storage above.
  • Additional storage: Under the staircase, a deep storage closet provides ample accessible storage space.
  • A detached Two-Car Garage is accessed via the backyard patio.
  • Updated appliances: the water heater and range were replaced in 2024.
  • Smart home access: a smart door lock with fingerprint access provides convenient, keyless access to the home.


Comfortable Secondary Bedroom

  • Large windows welcome gentle morning light and offer scenic community and peek-a-boo canal views.
  • Ensuite bathroom features a modern vanity and refreshed lighting for a polished look.
  • Ample closet space keeps the room uncluttered and serene.



Convenient Features

  • Hallway laundry area upstairs with space for full-sized machines and a built-in ironing board simplifies weekly chores.
  • An additional storage closet provides space for linens, towels, and household essentials.
  • Two car side-by-side garage, each with its own garage door, is a unique feature to only a portion of the units at The Island.


A location you will love!

A vibrant community awaits. Enjoy easy access to waterfront Catamaran Park, Leo Ryan Park, the William Walker Recreation Center, and the Foster City Library. Metro Center Shopping Center has Safeway and CVS, alongside other shopping and dining, as well as a year-round open-air farmer’s market on Wednesday and Saturday. Come July 4th, celebrate with front-row seats to the dazzling fireworks display over Central Lake.