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Hillsborough is one of the most exclusive residential communities in the United States — a fully incorporated town of roughly 11,000 people on the San Francisco Peninsula, with no commercial development, no apartments, and no businesses of any kind within its borders by design. Every parcel in Hillsborough is single-family residential, sitting on a minimum lot of half an acre, and the town's winding oak-shaded roads conceal some of the Bay Area's most significant historic estates. Stanford University, Sand Hill Road venture capital, and old San Francisco family wealth have all found a home here for generations.
Lower Hillsborough
The western and flatter portions of the town near the Burlingame border, with some of the more accessible entry points into the market and homes that predate World War II alongside modernized estates.
Upper Hillsborough / Skyfarm
The elevated eastern section with the most dramatic views — San Francisco Bay, East Bay hills, and the peninsula spread below. Lot sizes tend to be larger and homes more contemporary on the upper roads.
Crystal Springs Road Corridor
The main spine through the center of town, lined with mature oaks and estates on multi-acre parcels. Some of the most historically significant properties in Hillsborough sit along this road.
Canada Road Area
Properties near the southern tip bordering San Mateo, often featuring larger grounds and a slightly more accessible price point for the Hillsborough market.
| Destination | Drive | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco (Downtown) | 25–40 min | 35–50 min (Caltrain from Burlingame or Millbrae) |
| Oakland (Downtown) | 30–45 min | 45–60 min (Caltrain + BART from Millbrae) |
| Silicon Valley (Palo Alto) | 20–30 min | 30–40 min (Caltrain from Burlingame) |
| SFO Airport | 10–15 min | 15 min (Caltrain + BART from Millbrae) |
Commute times are estimates and may vary based on traffic, time of day, and route. Data is for informational purposes only.