San Bruno Homes for Sale
27 Homes for sale in San Bruno
$1,088,000
188 San Felipe Avenue
San Bruno, CA 94066
$415,000
4136 Shelter Creek Lane
San Bruno, CA 94066
$1,098,000
462 San Mateo Avenue
San Bruno, CA 94066
$459,888
7149 Shelter Creek Lane
San Bruno, CA 94066
$448,000
1343 Shelter Creek Lane
San Bruno, CA 94066
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San Bruno Neighborhood Guide
San Bruno sits at the northern edge of San Mateo County, wedged between the San Francisco Bay and the hills above it, just south of SFO and minutes from the Peninsula's tech corridor. It's one of the more affordable entry points on the mid-Peninsula — a working-class-turned-diverse suburb with a tight grid of single-family homes, genuine community character, and unbeatable access to both San Francisco and Silicon Valley. Buyers priced out of Burlingame or San Mateo increasingly look here for detached homes under $1.3M that would cost twice as much a few exits north.
Why Buyers Love San Bruno
- SFO Proximity — Living minutes from San Francisco International Airport is a genuine asset for frequent flyers and airline employees; SFO is one of the largest employers in San Mateo County.
- BART Access — Two BART stations (San Bruno and South San Francisco, just north) connect commuters to downtown San Francisco in roughly 25 minutes without touching the 101.
- Relative Affordability — Detached single-family homes regularly come in under $1.2M — rare for mid-Peninsula — making San Bruno one of the last accessible rungs on the Peninsula property ladder.
- Central Bay Area Location — The 101/280 interchange sits just east of town, putting San Jose, Oakland, and San Francisco all within 30–45 minutes on a good traffic day.
Neighborhoods at a Glance
Crestmoor
A hillside neighborhood in the southern part of the city with larger mid-century ranches, quieter streets, and some views toward the Bay. Popular with families who want more square footage than the flats offer.
Downtown San Bruno
San Bruno Avenue runs through a modest but improving commercial corridor flanked by bungalows and small Victorians. Walkable to Caltrain and local restaurants; a natural fit for first-time buyers.
Rollingwood
A post-WWII tract neighborhood of well-maintained ranch homes on the city's western slope. Quiet, residential, and close to Skyline College.
Portola Highlands
Tucked into the hills near the San Mateo County border, this area offers larger lots, some newer construction, and a more suburban feel while still being close to 280.
Bay Area Rapid Transit Corridor
The flatter streets near the El Camino Real and BART station attract buyers and investors looking for commuter-friendly locations and multi-unit properties.
Local Amenities
Parks
Bay Meadows Park (nearby in San Mateo), San Bruno City Park, Commodore Park, Crestmoor Park
Shopping
Shops at Tanforan (major mall with Target, Best Buy, and dining), El Camino Real corridor for everyday needs
Dining
La Palma Restaurant (long-running Mexican), Pho Ha Noi, Tasty Pot hot pot, a growing Filipino and Vietnamese dining scene along El Camino Real
Recreation
San Francisco Bay Trail access, Skyline College trails, nearby Sweeney Ridge (Golden Gate National Recreation Area) for hiking with panoramic Bay views
Commute Times
| Destination | Drive | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco (Downtown) | 20–30 min | 25 min (BART) |
| Oakland (Downtown) | 30–40 min | 40 min (BART) |
| Silicon Valley (Palo Alto) | 30–40 min | 45 min (Caltrain) |
| SFO Airport | 5–10 min | 10 min (BART) |
San Bruno has two BART stations nearby and a Caltrain stop on the downtown corridor, making it one of the better-connected cities on the mid-Peninsula for car-free or car-light commuters.
Commute times are estimates and may vary based on traffic, time of day, and route. Data is for informational purposes only.