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Millbrae

Millbrae

Located in San Mateo County

$2,016,251 Average Value
$1,115 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

Small city in the Bay Area with suburban charm

Millbrae may have the resources of an urban center with its own government, but its winding, well-maintained streets and small local restaurants give the area a quiet suburban vibe that appeals to commuters who may work in the greater Bay Area. Located just south of the San Francisco International Airport, 16 miles from its namesake city, residents here have easy access to regional transit like the Bay Area Rapid Transit, or BART. “Some residents are initially concerned about noise from the airport, but it’s not as much of a major concern once you get used to it, especially if you have dual pane windows and sound resistance,” says Ramez Tabri, local real estate agent with Century 21 with over five years of experience in the Bay Area. “The benefits of the location outweigh the noise.”

Some of the homes in Millbrae have views of the San Francisco Airport.
Some of the homes in Millbrae have views of the San Francisco Airport.
A look up and down the streets of Millbrae, California.
A look up and down the streets of Millbrae, California.
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Main Street-style shopping on Broadway

Local restaurants and shops line Broadway, Millbrae's main roadway through downtown, where Millbrae Pancake House has been family-owned and operated since its opening in 1959. Known for its homemade pancakes and waffles, the breakfast/lunch spot offers a few small dog-friendly dishes for guests' pets. Han Sang is popular for authentic, high-quality Korean Food, especially their banchan side dishes. For in-house aged steaks and cocktails, locals can head to Sixteen Mile House with its western saloon-style décor. Nearby grocery stores include Trader Joe's and Safeway at the city's center.

Broadway in Millbrae is a hotspot for all things shopping.
Broadway in Millbrae is a hotspot for all things shopping.
Millbrae has a diverse group of restaurants for everyone to enjoy.
Millbrae has a diverse group of restaurants for everyone to enjoy.
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Summer movie nights and concerts hosted by the city

Residents can gather downtown for one of the many events hosted by the City of Millbrae, like Beats, Brews & Vines, a free summer concert series with local vendors serving food and drink. Locals can also catch a free movie at Central Park roughly every month or attend the annual Millbrae Art Show.

Midcentury one-story homes and Mediterranean Revivals

Homes in Millbrae are arranged along close-set suburban streets with uniform setbacks and small yards. Midcentury traditional three-bedroom bungalows with vinyl siding, shingle roofs and covered front porches can sell for around $1 million on the neighborhood’s east side, closer to the San Francisco International Airport. Ranch-style homes and split-levels in similar Traditional styles with attached garages can sell for around $1.5 million, while remodeled homes from the 1930s and Mediterranean Revival-style homes can sell for close to $2 million. “Millbrae has a lot of ranch-style homes and unique two-story homes,” Tabri says. “Many of the properties in the hills have great views with big lots.” Closer to San Andreas Lake on the west side, four-bedroom homes from the 2010s with stone exteriors, flat barrel-tile roofs and paved backyard patios can sell for between $2.5 million and $4 million, depending on lot size and landscaping.

One-story ranch-style homes line the streets in Millbrae.
One-story ranch-style homes line the streets in Millbrae.
Some of the homes in Millbrae have views of the San Francisco Airport.
Some of the homes in Millbrae have views of the San Francisco Airport.
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Mills High School student publications

Local kids in Millbrae are zoned for Millbrae Elementary School District, rated B-plus by Niche, for grades TK-8, where they may attend the A-minus-rated Green Hills Elementary and Taylor Middle. Local high schools are organized under the A-plus-rated San Mateo Union High School District, which spans beyond the city of Millbrae and includes top-rated schools like Mills High. Mills High’s non-profit, student-run news media publication, The Thunderbolt, allows students to learn about the business side of media publications while developing their writing and leadership skills.

Mills High School offers numerous events.
Mills High School offers numerous events.
Mills High School provides education in the neighborhood of Millbrae
Mills High School provides education in the neighborhood of Millbrae
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Recently renovated amenities at Central Park

Although neighborhood pocket parks like Lion Bill Mitchell Park and walking trails like Spur Trail are peppered throughout Millbrae, Central Park is locals' main outdoor gathering space. Its several recently renovated playgrounds with climbing structures are popular with kids of any age, while wide-open grassy fields offer a dog-friendly space for running around, playing games or just hanging out. The nearby Green Hills Country Club features tennis courts, a swimming pool and a large 18-hole golf course with views of the bay.

The City of Millbrae has its own Central Park, with a huge playground and grass field.
The City of Millbrae has its own Central Park, with a huge playground and grass field.
Your kids will never want to leave the playground at Millbrae's Central Park.
Your kids will never want to leave the playground at Millbrae's Central Park.
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Bay Area Rapid Transit and Caltrain rail lines

Millbrae Station connects locals to the rest of the Bay Area through the Bay Area Rapid Transit and Caltrain rail lines. Nearby highways like Interstate 280 and U.S. Route 101 make easy commutes to outlying areas, including San Francisco, about 16 miles away, and San Jose, about 40 miles away. Mills-Peninsula Medical Center is located less than a mile away.

Millbrae Bart is walking distance to all of Millbrae's residents.
Millbrae Bart is walking distance to all of Millbrae's residents.
CalTrain and BART share a station for ease of use in Millbrae.
CalTrain and BART share a station for ease of use in Millbrae.
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Area Facts

Number of Homes
5,946
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,857
On par with the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,183
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,222
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
845
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Mar 22
    Open Sun 2:30PM - 5PM

    340 Vallejo Dr Unit 71, Millbrae, CA 94030

    $849,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,352 Sq Ft
    • 340 Vallejo Dr
    • Unit 71

    Welcome to 340 Vallejo Drive #71, nestled in the highly desirable Mills Estates hillside community of Millbrae. This light-filled condominium offers sweeping views, peaceful surroundings, and an exceptional opportunity to enjoy elevated Peninsula living at an outstanding value. The open-concept living and dining area is bathed in natural light and extends to a private balcony, an ideal setting

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    Cecilia Mu
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    (650) 753-6210
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  • Saturday, Mar 21
    Open Sat 1PM - 3PM

    320 Vallejo Dr Unit 22, Millbrae, CA 94030

    $675,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 995 Sq Ft
    • 320 Vallejo Dr
    • Unit 22

    This beautifully situated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in sought after Mills Estate neighborhood offers exceptional comfort, convenience, & value. Spanning 995 sqft, the bright, sun-filled living room showcases sweeping views of the green meadow, San Francisco Bay, & SFO creating a stunning backdrop by day and sparkling lights by night. The living, dining, & kitchen areas flow seamlessly to a private

    Bertha Sandoval Compass

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  • Sunday, Mar 22
    Open Sun 1:30PM - 4:30PM

    842 Clearfield Dr, Millbrae, CA 94030

    $2,838,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,058 Sq Ft
    • 842 Clearfield Dr

    Completed in April 2025, this BRAND-NEW contemporary home offers UNOBSTRACTED PANORAMIC VIEWS of the bay and beyond. Enjoy breathtaking sights of the citys glittering lights and watch planes take off and land at San Francisco International Airport right from your own home. Designed for modern living, it features recessed lighting, wide-plank hardwood flooring throughout, quartz countertops, a

    Stanley Lo Green Banker Realty

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Weather

Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®®

60 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walk Score®®

50 / 100

Fairly friendly

Transit Score®®

50 / 100
Source: Local Logic
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