Transportation Excellence & Connectivity

Peninsula's Premier Transit Hub

Millbrae stands as the Peninsula's most connected community, offering unparalleled transportation access through the convergence of BART, Caltrain, and San Francisco International Airport. This unique positioning provides residents with seamless connectivity to San Francisco's Financial District, Silicon Valley's technology corridor, and global destinations, creating lifestyle convenience that supports both professional success and personal flexibility.

The community's proximity to SFO International Airport enhances both business travel efficiency and leisure destination access, while BART and Caltrain connections eliminate commute stress and support sustainable transportation choices. This transportation advantage appeals to technology professionals, business executives, and international professionals who value accessibility and connectivity in their residential choices.

Strategic Peninsula Location

Located in the heart of San Mateo County, Millbrae provides central access to the entire Bay Area while maintaining its distinctive residential character and community identity. The city's strategic positioning creates opportunities for career flexibility, business networking, and lifestyle variety that enhance both professional development and personal satisfaction.

This central location supports diverse employment opportunities across multiple industries and geographic areas, creating career resilience and professional optionality that appeals to ambitious professionals and their families. The community serves as an ideal base for accessing the Bay Area's diverse economic and cultural opportunities.

Accomplished Professional Community

High-Achieving Demographics & Success

With 21,386 residents and a median household income of $157,567, Millbrae attracts accomplished professionals, technology workers, and business leaders who value both career accessibility and residential quality. The median age of 45.3 years reflects established professionals in their peak earning and influence years, while the community's professional concentration creates networking opportunities and business connections.

The community includes 49.01% Asian and 34.02% White populations, reflecting the international character of Silicon Valley while maintaining strong community connections and cultural diversity. With 47% of renters holding bachelor's degrees or higher, Millbrae demonstrates educational achievement and professional advancement that support community sophistication and business networking.

Family-Oriented Professional Base

With 59% of rentals being family households and 36% including children under 18, Millbrae attracts professional families seeking both career accessibility and quality residential environments. The community's family focus creates educational priority, community engagement, and long-term stability that enhance both property values and residential satisfaction.

With a poverty rate of only 6.11%, the community demonstrates economic stability and professional achievement that create secure residential environments and sustainable community development. This economic strength supports excellent public services, educational resources, and community amenities that appeal to accomplished families.

Strong Peninsula Real Estate Market

Millbrae's real estate market demonstrates exceptional strength with median list prices of $2.2 million and highly competitive conditions where homes sell in 16-19 days with multiple offers. Recent market performance shows 21.6% year-over-year appreciation with 100% of homes selling above asking price, reflecting sustained demand from Peninsula professionals seeking transportation accessibility and community excellence.

Market Performance & Investment Dynamics

The Millbrae housing market scores 89 out of 100 for competitiveness, with price per square foot reaching $1.22K, up 24.6% since last year. With only 3 homes for sale in March 2025, representing a 50% decrease in inventory, the market demonstrates exceptional demand pressure and appreciation potential driven by the community's unique transportation advantages.

With 62.43% homeownership and predominantly single-family detached homes (62.64% of housing units), the market attracts established professionals who prioritize accessibility, community quality, and investment potential. The concentration of accomplished families creates market dynamics that support sustained appreciation and investment returns.

Housing Character & Community Appeal

The community features diverse housing options with 61.93% of housing built during the post-war boom (1940s-1960s), creating established neighborhood character while modern homes provide contemporary amenities. Three and four bedroom dwellings predominate, appealing to professional families seeking both space and community connections.

Quality Living & Community Excellence

Family-Focused Amenities & Recreation

Millbrae provides excellent recreational facilities, community programs, and family-oriented amenities that support both personal wellness and community engagement. The city's parks, recreational centers, and community events create opportunities for social connection and family activities that enhance residential satisfaction and community involvement.

The community's commitment to educational excellence, public safety, and infrastructure maintenance reflects the values and expectations of accomplished professional families. These quality-of-life advantages create appeal for residents seeking both career accessibility and family-focused residential environments.

Cultural Diversity & International Appeal

The community's diverse population, including significant Asian (49%) and White (34%) populations, creates international perspectives and cultural richness that appeal to global professionals and technology workers. This diversity enhances community sophistication and supports international business connections.

The proximity to SFO International Airport creates appeal for internationally-focused professionals, while the community's cultural diversity provides educational opportunities and global perspectives that benefit both personal development and business networking. This international character distinguishes Millbrae from other Peninsula communities.

Professional Networks & Career Accessibility

Bay Area Career Flexibility

Living in Millbrae provides exceptional career flexibility through transportation access to San Francisco's Financial District, Silicon Valley's technology corridor, and the Peninsula's diverse employment opportunities. With 57.9% of workers driving alone and 19.9% working from home, residents benefit from both commute convenience and remote work accessibility.

The average commute time of 28.8 minutes provides reasonable access to major employment centers, while BART and Caltrain connections reduce transportation stress and support sustainable commuting choices. This accessibility creates career optionality and professional networking opportunities across the entire Bay Area.

Professional Community & Business Networking

The community's concentration of accomplished professionals, international workers, and technology specialists creates networking opportunities and business connections that support career advancement and entrepreneurial success. This professional environment enhances both immediate career development and long-term business relationship building.

Millbrae's position as a transportation hub creates natural networking opportunities with professionals commuting throughout the Bay Area, while the community's international character provides global business perspectives and cultural connections that support both domestic and international business development.

Investment Excellence & Market Position

Millbrae represents exceptional investment opportunity combining Peninsula transportation leadership, professional community concentration, residential sophistication, and market performance that create lasting appeal for both residents and property investors. The community's unique position as the Peninsula's premier transit hub ensures continued demand pressure and appreciation potential driven by accessibility advantages.

Market Leadership & Appreciation Drivers

Investment benefits include immediate access to the Peninsula's most connected residential environment, exceptional appreciation potential with 21.6% year-over-year growth, plus long-term value creation through transportation infrastructure advantages that support sustained demand. The community's transportation leadership ensures continued appeal across economic cycles.

The market's strength, with 100% of homes selling above asking price and only 3 homes available for sale, demonstrates exceptional demand from professionals seeking both accessibility and community quality. This combination creates market dynamics that support investment returns and residential satisfaction.

Legacy Value & Transportation Advantage

Millbrae property ownership provides access to Peninsula transportation leadership, professional networking opportunities, family-focused community amenities, and international connectivity that support both immediate lifestyle enhancement and long-term wealth creation. The community creates value through both convenience and community excellence.