San Bruno Affordable Homes for Sale
25 Affordable Homes for sale
$1,499,000
1700 Parkview Drive
San Bruno, CA 94066
$1,088,000
188 San Felipe Avenue
San Bruno, CA 94066
$599,999
1126 Cherry Avenue #136
San Bruno, CA 94066
$415,000
4136 Shelter Creek Lane
San Bruno, CA 94066
$999,000
991 Mills Avenue
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
$428,888
408 Boardwalk Avenue #1
San Bruno, CA 94066
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What neighborhoods should I consider in San Bruno?
Every neighborhood in San Bruno has its own character, schools, and price points. RoostHaven provides neighborhood insights including school ratings, walkability scores, and local amenities—helping you find not just a home, but the right community for your lifestyle.
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.
Neighborhoods
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.
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) |
Commute times are estimates and may vary based on traffic, time of day, and route. Data is for informational purposes only.