Millbrae, CA
Millbrae · CA 94030
Updated October 9, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$3.0M
Median Price
64/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
23 min
to Downtown San Francisco, CA
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Millbrae offers top-rated schools, a short 23‑minute commute to downtown San Francisco, and a low flood risk, making it a solid choice for families and tech professionals. The downside is the very high cost of living and limited nightlife and public transit options. If you can handle the price tag and the traffic, it’s a livable, affluent community.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools and excellent educational options
- ✓Very low flood risk and high overall safety
- ✓Convenient 23‑minute commute to downtown San Francisco
- ✓High median income and strong local economy
Real Talk
- !Very high home prices and steep property taxes
- !Limited nightlife and entertainment options
- !Heavy traffic during peak hours, especially to SF
- !Public transit options are modest and may require a car for many errands
- $Annual property tax (often 1.25% of assessed value)
- $Homeowner association fees for many neighborhoods
- $Higher insurance premiums due to coastal location
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Millbrae, CA
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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