$2,338,226Average Value$1,284Average Price per Sq Ft9Homes For Sale
Coveted garden-style neighborhood near the San Francisco Peninsula
Situated in one of the most desirable Bay Area cities, Burlingame Terrace is an affluent neighborhood well known for its coveted residential allure. Strongly reminiscent of a European garden village, the neighborhood streets are lined with charming cottages and historic Victorian Tudors, idyllically framed by white picketed fences and elegant wintergreen boxwoods. “It’s a wonderful place with a great sense of community,” says Denise Laugesen, a Burlingame resident and local realtor at Laugesen Team, Luxury Specialists. Along with dreamy streetscapes, the area’s school district is of equal appeal. “Just like everywhere in Burlingame, the schools are excellent, so you have a lot of families coming into the neighborhood,” Laugesen says. With its walkable location to quaint neighborhood parks, top-rated dining and shopping and Bay Area public transportation, Burlingame Terrace is where residents can find the best of suburban living with urban city qualities right outside the San Francisco peninsula.
Capturing the essence of Burlingame Terrace, this aerial shot showcases serene residential stree
Historic Tudor homes add a touch of elegance to Burlingame Terrace.
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Trendy dining and shopping on Broadway Street
Burlingame Village is just a few blocks from Broadway Street, packed with popular dining and entertainment. Residents can walk to places like Ristorante Rocca, an Italian restaurant with California influences. This romantic, dimly lit eatery has a European design and dishes out favorites like gnocchi with pesto cream sauce and ravioli Bolognese. Further down Broadway, the native Italian-owned Centro Pizza serves up authentic, stone oven-baked Neapolitan pizza in a small, cozy dwelling. Residents are also within walking distance to downtown for some of the city’s best eateries, including Crepevine. This beloved spot offers a mix of sweet and savory specialty crepes. Downtown’s Burlingame Avenue is packed with quaint boutiques, local fashion shops and national retail chains like LuluLemon. When looking to stock up on grocery items, the Mollie’s Stone Market on Chapin Avenue is a favorite choice for gourmet items, fresh produce and organic options. Steps from the neighborhood is the Burlingame Farmers Market, known for its specialty Turkish, Russian and Bulgarian items.
Discover fresh, quality produce at Mollie's Stone Market in the heart of Burlingame Terrace.
Diners savor delicious crepes at Crepevine Restaurant in Burlingame Terrace.
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Charming cottages and beautiful exterior landscapes
Burlingame Terrace showcases nicely paved sidewalks lined with various trees, from California bay laurels to oaks and redwoods. The properties showcase well-manicured lawns, made colorful by flower-filled gardens and vibrant shrubbery. The housing landscape in Burlingame Terrace is architecturally mixed, full of Spanish-style homes, quaint craftsmans, historic cottages and Victorian Tudor Revivals. “I think the neighborhood itself has old-world charm with a lot of period architecture,” says local Realtor Mariana Pappalardo of the Mariana Pappalardo Group. “Even the new homes sort of comply with the nods of the old-world architecture but reimagined in a modern way.” Housing prices here can start around $1.5 million and go as high as $4.5 million for updated properties with luxury interior amenities.
Charming row homes line the quiet streets of Burlingame Terrace.
Tree-lined streets with paved walks create picturesque scenes in Burlingame Terrace.
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Downtown social gatherings and holiday festivals
Residents can enjoy numerous community gatherings throughout the year. Nearby Washington Park hosts a popular Concerts in the Park event with live local performances and then a Movies in the Park series, where locals sit out on the park lawn for free, family-friendly outdoor movie screenings. Burlingame on the Avenue is a huge annual event featuring two days of downtown block party-style festivities, featuring local food and beverage vendors, multiple stages for live music from top Bay Area jazz and rock bands and a play area for the kids. During the Christmas season, residents come together for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony in front of City Hall, followed by Winterfest with family sleigh rides and photos with Santa.
Quaint neighborhood playgrounds and city parks
The neighborhood has a few playground sites and nearby larger parks, all within walking distance. Paloma Playground is a small but beloved park, fenced-off for privacy and featuring two play structures for younger and older kids. The other neighborhood spot is Alpine Park, with an adorable and recently renovated train engine-themed playground. Children can play on the climbing engines while catching a real train pass along the Caltrain tracks across the street. Not far from the neighborhood is Washington Park, one of the biggest city parks. “There is something for everyone here,” Laugesen says. It features a rose garden, baseball fields, basketball courts, a fort-style imaginative playground and an expansive open lawn shaded by grand oak trees. The park often has a food or ice cream truck on site on the weekends.
Paloma Park in Burlingame Terrace offers a playground and recreation to residents.
Residents enjoy the parks and green spaces in Burlingame Terrace.
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Easy access to public transportation
Residents have numerous ways to travel within and outside of the city. The neighborhood is located near the Millbrae Bart Station and downtown’s Burlingame Caltrain Station, and there are multiple nearby Muni bus stops. The San Francisco International Airport is a few miles away, and Burlingame Terrace is conveniently situated right next to the main El Camino Real/Route 82 road for access to other cities throughout the peninsula.
CalTain runs directly past Burlingame Terrace, making commuting into SF easy.
Commuters check train times at the busy Burlingame Train Station.
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Top-rated public school district
Burlingame Terrace is zoned for some of the most top-rated schools in the Bay Area. Students can attend McKinley Elementary School and Burlingame Intermediate School, both of which get an A-minus from Niche. Burlingame High School, rated at an A-plus, is ranked in the top 100 best public high schools in California by Niche. The school offers students a wide range of AP classes and college-readiness programs.
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Parks in this Area
Primrose Playground
Bayside Park
Burlingame Dog Exercise Park
Paloma Playground
Picnic Area
Playground
Heritage Park
Alpine Park
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
9 min drive
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El Camino Real & Sanchez Ave
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El Camino Real & Palm Dr
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California Dr & Morrell Ave
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California Dr & Oak Grove Ave
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El Camino Real & Oak Grove Ave-Burlingame
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California Dr & Broadway
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El Camino Real & Broadway-Burlingame
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Burlingame Terrace
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Burlingame Terrace Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Burlingame Terrace, Burlingame sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Burlingame Terrace, Burlingame over the last 12 months is $2,292,500, up 44% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Thoughtfully reimagined, this Craftsman blends timeless character with high-end updates over 3,000 square feet of living space. The main level features a gracious living room, formal dining, and a showstopping kitchen with custom cabinetry, premium appliances, walk-in pantry, and oversized island. A spacious family room with built-in bar, fireplace, and sliding doors opens to a landscaped yard
Jenn GilsonGolden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Burlingame Park Paradise. Behind a charming front entrance, surrounded by an entrance of fragrant iceberg roses, this 4 bedroom, 4 bath home is a fully remodeled masterpiece. An elegant and spacious home that blends custom cutting edge design with luxurious finishes, this home is an entertainer's dream. The gourmet chef's kitchen features a 48" Viking range with custom hood, dual sinks,
Nestled in one of Burlingames most enchanting and historically rich neighborhoods, this Storybook Tudor Revival home offers timeless elegance in a picturesque English "Village" setting where homes rarely come on the market. From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the classic parquet hardwood floors and the intricately detailed molding that add warmth and character to the living
Conveniently located and recently remodeled apartments with high ceilings that bring an abundance of light and spaciousness to your home.Villa Tuscany is located near Millbrae Bart and Burlingame Avenue. There are many options to commute to work or shop and eat locally. In addition, there are an abundance of highly ranked and safe public schools for all ages K-12.Villa
Completely updated townhouse-style condo in the heart of Burlingame! 2 Bedrooms plus office or additional living room with sliding doors to a private patio. 2.5 baths. Kitchen/great room with stainless steel appliances, stone counters and gleaming hardwood floors. Two spacious bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and updated baths. Recessed lighting, impressive natural light, and in-unit
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,664
Median Age
43
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$134,602
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$154,260
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.5%
College Graduates
68.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
78/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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