Millbrae

🏙️ About This City

Millbrae, incorporated in 1948, is a picturesque suburban city located in northern San Mateo County on the San Francisco Peninsula. With a population of approximately 22,000 as of 2025, Millbrae is known for its quiet residential streets, excellent schools, and exceptional access to regional transportation.

The city sits directly adjacent to San Francisco International Airport and serves as a major transit hub with access to BART, Caltrain, and highways. Despite its proximity to urban centers, Millbrae maintains a small-town charm with a strong sense of community, local parks, and a bustling downtown corridor.

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🗺️ Neighborhood

Millbrae offers a variety of neighborhoods, each with unique character and appeal:

Mills Estates – A prestigious hillside area featuring larger homes, wide lots, and panoramic Bay views.
Green Hills – A peaceful neighborhood known for its schools, well-kept homes, and family-friendly atmosphere.
Millbrae Highlands – A historic and established community with a mix of traditional homes and convenient access to downtown.
Lomita Hills – Located near the border with San Bruno, this neighborhood features a blend of classic and mid-century homes.
Meadows – A quiet residential area with tree-lined streets, community parks, and a neighborly environment.
Capuchino Area – Centered around Capuchino High School, this area is popular for its schools, parks, and accessibility.
Downtown Millbrae – The city’s commercial heart, home to local shops, restaurants, cafes, and access to major transit stations.

🎓 Schools

🏫 Elementary Schools

Millbrae is served entirely by the Millbrae School District (MSD), which operates neighborhood elementary and middle schools (TK–8).

Millbrae School District (MSD):
Elementary schools include:

Green Hills Elementary
Lomita Park Elementary
Meadows Elementary
Spring Valley Elementary

Assignments are based on home address. Millbrae is relatively compact, but each school serves specific attendance zones.

📍 Confirm your assigned elementary school using the MSD School Locator:
https://www.millbraeschooldistrict.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=422

🏫 Middle School

Millbrae School District (MSD):

Taylor Middle School – The sole middle school for all 6th–8th grade students in the Millbrae School District

Regardless of which elementary school a student attends, they will transition to Taylor Middle School for grades 6–8.

📍 https://www.millbraeschooldistrict.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=422

🏫 High School

Millbrae is part of the San Mateo Union High School District (SMUHSD):

Mills High School – The assigned comprehensive public high school for all Millbrae residents

Mills High is located within Millbrae and is the designated high school for students matriculating from Taylor Middle School.

📍 Use SMUHSD’s high school boundary page to confirm:
https://locator.pea.powerschool.com/?StudyID=85042

📍 Determine Your Assigned Schools

To accurately identify the assigned schools for a specific property in Millbrae:

Millbrae School District Contact & Info (K–8):
📍 https://www.millbraeschooldistrict.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=422
San Mateo Union High School District (Mills High School boundary):
📍https://locator.pea.powerschool.com/?StudyID=85042

📈 Market Trends

Millbrae’s housing market remains competitive due to its location, schools, and quality of life:

Median Home Price (2025): Approximately $1.9 million
Price per Square Foot: Around $1,100
Average Time on Market: 10 to 15 days

Homes in Mills Estates and Green Hills are especially sought-after, offering larger lots and views. Condominiums and townhomes near downtown provide more affordable options for commuters and first-time buyers.