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Palatial estates 20 miles from San Francisco
With views of the San Francisco Bay in the distance, curving roads and woodsy hillsides, Skyfarm is an opulent suburb with multi-million-dollar homes nestled amid the natural scenery of Hillsborough. Located in the northwestern corner of the city, it borders a major highway, making for an easy commute to San Francisco and Silicon Valley. Named for the country mansion that once occupied the area, which still exists today as the private Nueva School, Skyfarm is a sprawling residential area with luxury homes amid lush greenery and rolling hills.
Views of the San Francisco Airport from Hillsborough.
One architectural style in Skyfarm, inspired by European villas is highly sought after.
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Huge luxury properties mounted on rolling hills
As homebuyers drive up and down the hilly streets of Skyfarm, they’ll notice abundantly lush greenery dividing custom-built mansions. Most properties in the area average more than 5,000 square feet in size. The peaks of these hills allow residents to enjoy panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay. “You’ve got above average square footage, large lots, good privacy and scenic views,” says Realtor Geoffrey Nelson of Coldwell Banker Realty. The neighborhood was built out in the 1970s and 80s with a mix of stately traditional homes and Mediterranean Revival homes. Luxury amenities, backyard swimming pools, dramatic landscaping and grand interior designs are the norm here. Homes typically sell for more than $3 million, although some homes have sold for more than $10 million.
Luxury homes in Skyfarm typically come equipped with top-of-the-line amenities.
Hillsborough, in general, is renowned for its upscale living, and scenic sweeping landscapes.
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Enjoy nature in Skyfarm
Skyfarm is close to several nearby parks and nature preserves. If travelers follow Skyline Boulevard south, they’ll reach the magnificent Crystal Springs Park, a campsite and trail system that borders the Upper Crystal Springs Reservoir, a basin in the Montara Mountain foothills. The park provides easy access to hiking and nature walks that cut across the wooded countryside. Avid golfers will find it’s only a short trek to the Crystal Springs Golf Course, a picturesque gold course at the edge of the water at the base of scenic Sawyer Ridge. Head the opposite direction and find the Burlingame Country Club, which features a Mediterranean-style club house, a pool and an 18-hole golf course that opened more than a century ago.
Crystal Springs Park on the edge of Skyfarm is a great place to exercise and find nature.
Skyfarm residents are lucky to have Crystal Spring Golf Course next door.
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Top tier public schools and one of the best private schools in California
The Nueva School’s Hillsborough campus is situated in the heart of Skyfarm. This highly sought-after, private school for gifted children serves Kindergarten through 8th grade students and earns an A-plus on Niche. “The Nueva School is a magnet for that area,” Nelson says, and it's among the best private schools in California, according to Niche. The school occupies the elegant W.H. Crocker Skyfarm mansion, the neighborhood’s namesake. For public schooling, students can attend nearby North Hillsborough Elementary and West Hillsborough Elementary, both highly ranked schools that were listed as California Distinguished Schools in 2023. After graduating, students can attend Crocker Middle School, which scores an A on Niche. Burlingame High is the public high school that serves Skyfarm residents. The school teaches over 1,500 students and gets an A-plus rating from Niche.
Burlingame High School serves students in grades 9-12.
William Crocker Middle School is located in Hillsborough, CA.
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Shopping in nearby neighborhoods
There’s no retail or shopping within Skyfarm, but it’s just a few miles from restaurants, shops, grocers and other amenities in downtown Burlingame. There are a variety of fine and casual dining options like Limon, a popular Bay Area tapas restaurant, and Mykonos Meze, which specializes in traditional Greek fare. For coffee and pastries in the a.m., locals enjoy Caffe Central at the corner of Burlingame Avenue and Primrose Road. For groceries, downtown Burlingame has both a Safeway and a Mollie Stone’s Markets, which sells organic and locally grown food.
The commercial area in Downtown Burlingame is a great amenity for Skyfarm residents.
Mykonos has a delicious menu and fun vibe for residents of Skyfarm and others near Burlingame.
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Transportation to San Francisco
While this secluded suburb is tucked away in the hills, it's bordered by Interstate 280 making for an easy commute north to San Francisco or south to Silicon Valley. It’s about 20 miles from downtown San Francisco, 20 miles from Palo Alto and under 40 miles from San Jose.
An elevated look at Interstate 280, which residents of Skyfarm use for commuting.
Residents of Skyfarm can head down to Caltrains in Burlingame to catch a train for commuting.
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Parks in this Area
Skyline Park
Mills Canyon Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Paloma Playground
Picnic Area
Playground
Ray Park
Cuernavaca Park
Heritage Park
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
14 min drive
Skyfarm Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Skyfarm, Hillsborough sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Skyfarm, Hillsborough over the last 12 months is $235,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
A symphony of modern architecture and refined design, 855 Darrell Road is a one-of-a-kind contemporary estate where form meets function in the most breathtaking way. Crafted by Kelland Architects and built by Thorenfeldt Construction, every inch of this 7,370-square-foot residence pulses with innovation, artistry, and intention. From the moment you step inside, youre greeted by soaring ceilings,
Bedbury GroupGolden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Entitlements: Approved for 12 residential units: Zoning: CO (Commercial / Residential Overlay): Building Type: 5-story mixed-use residential over podium parking Total Lot Size: 6,993.7 Sq. Ft.: Total Building Area: ±20,807 Sq. Ft.: Unit Count: 12 units Parking: 12 total spaces (9 covered, 3 uncovered): Bicycle Parking: 12 spaces: FAR: 92.5%: Max Height: 50 ft: Modern urban architecture with
Significant over $800,000 Price Improvement! Exceptional opportunity to own a grand estate in the heart of Hillsborough. 760 Chateau Dr is now offered at an incredible new price, representing outstanding value for this premier property. Set on over 2/3 of an acre with a total of 7,285 sq.ft of living area, this elegant home offers spacious interiors & stunning grounds in a prime location. The
One of the rare final estate-sized building sites in the highly desired Skyfarm area of Hillsborough. Rare opportunity to build your luxury one-of-a-kind dream estate. This lot has views of the San Francisco skyline and bay! Located on .66 acres there are endless possibilities to build the main home, additional ADU, infinity pool and more! Near all Burlingame restaurants, stores, boutiques, and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,108
Median Age
50
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$270,000
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$261,059
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.2%
College Graduates
88.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
56.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
12/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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