Dolphin Bay Foster City Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Also known as Neighborhood 8,Bays (street name theme)
Foster City neighborhood guide
Dolphin Bay is Foster City's Neighborhood 8, on the west side of town. Its streets are named for bays, including Port Royal Avenue, Boothbay Avenue, Monterey Avenue and Montego Lane.
Curving, tree lined streets and quiet cul de sacs give it a settled feel, and some homes sit along the water.
Two of the city's larger neighborhood parks, Boothbay and Port Royal, are right here, with Bay Trail access nearby.
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At a glance
- Neighborhood 8 in Foster City's master plan
- Streets named for bays
- Mostly built in the 1970s
- Traditional and ranch style homes plus townhomes
- Home to Boothbay Park and Port Royal Park
Homes and Streets
Dolphin Bay was one of the later neighborhoods built, and most homes date to the 1970s. Traditional and ranch style single family homes line streets like Port Royal Avenue, Boothbay Avenue, Monterey Avenue and Avalon Avenue.
Several townhome communities add options, and some homes have waterfront views.
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History on Film: Dolphin Bay
A look back at the history of Dolphin Bay and the places nearby, from local historical societies and archives.
Foster City, Chapter 1: The Beginning
How the Foster family turned Brewer's Island into a planned city.Source: City of Foster City
Foster City, Chapter 4: Community
The neighborhoods and people that shaped the city.Source: City of Foster City
Parks and Open Space
Public Schools Nearby
School assignments vary by address and can change, so confirm with the San Mateo-Foster City School District and SMUHSD before you buy.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Dolphin Bay FAQ
Why are the streets named after bays?
Each of Foster City's original nine neighborhoods has a street name theme, and Dolphin Bay, Neighborhood 8, uses the names of bays.
When was Dolphin Bay built?
It was one of Foster City's later neighborhoods, and most of its homes date to the 1970s.
What parks are in Dolphin Bay?
Boothbay Park and Port Royal Park are both in the neighborhood, and the Bay Trail is close by.
Where is the nearest shopping?
Edgewater Place is the closest center, with restaurants and everyday services.
How can I find homes for sale in Dolphin Bay?
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Thinking about Dolphin Bay?
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Updated November 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: City of Foster City General Plan: Community Profile (Table 1-3 neighborhoods and street themes), Homes.com: Dolphin Bay neighborhood guide, Homes.com: 1003 Avalon Ave, Foster City (Dolphin Bay listing), Eichler Homes For Sale: Marina Point Eichler Neighborhood, Juliana Lee Team: Foster City Parks, City of Foster City: Park Amenities Map, City of Foster City: Schools. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.