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Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know

Discover why San Bruno is the "City with a Heart." Offering a perfect mix of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, it features diverse dining on San Mateo Avenue, stunning trails at Junipero Serra Park, and top-tier transit links via BART and Caltrain for the ultimate Bay Area lifestyle.
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Living in San Bruno: The "City with a Heart" and a Commuter's Dream

If you're asking if San Bruno is a good city to live in, locals will tell you it's the most practical and friendly hub in the Bay Area. It’s a place where you can still find a classic mid-century home on a tree-lined street and be in downtown San Francisco or at SFO in less than 20 minutes.

The Vibe & The People

The vibe here is "unpretentious and diverse". San Bruno is a proud, middle-class city where neighbors actually know each other. It’s famously safe, with violent crime rates significantly lower than the state average, making it a peaceful sanctuary for raising a family.

The Food & Shopping: El Camino & Beyond

  • Dining District: The heart of local flavor is San Mateo Avenue and El Camino Real. You'll find everything from old-school diners and authentic Mexican "mom-and-pop" spots to vibrant new breweries.

  • The Shops at Tanforan: This is the city's major retail hub, featuring over 120 stores, restaurants, and a cinema. For groceries, locals love Lunardi’s on the hill for high-quality meats or Mollie Stone's for specialty items.

Community Life: Parks & Festivals

  • San Bruno City Park: This is the community’s backyard. It features a large swimming pool, baseball fields, and a popular recreation center.

  • Annual Traditions: The city is tight-knit, hosting a beloved Art and Wine Festival every year, along with a community Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony.

  • Library Activities: The San Bruno Public Library is a major resource for families, offering bilingual storytimes and student success webinars for teens.

Why First-Time Buyers & Families Move Here

  • More Affordable Housing: Compared to towns further south, San Bruno offers a wider range of price points, from charming 1950s bungalows in Crestmoor to modern condos like Shelter Creek.

  • Acres of Nature: You are surrounded by green space. Junipero Serra County Park offers stunning views of the Bay and miles of trails, while San Bruno Mountain State Park is a world-class destination for hiking and wildflower viewing.

  • Transit Hub: You are at the crossroads of everything. With its own BART station, Caltrain, and immediate access to 101 and 280, your commute is as easy as it gets in the Bay Area.

Quick Local Tip

If you want the best views in the city, look at the Rollingwood or Pacific Heights neighborhoods. On a clear day, you can see all the way to downtown SF and across the East Bay from your living room window.

 

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Gianna Garcia, REALTOR®️

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Overview for Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know, CA

42,612 people live in Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know, where the median age is 39.8 and the average individual income is $62,026. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Total Population

39.8 years

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$62,026

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Around Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know, CA

There's plenty to do around Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Casita Vegana SF, Donohoe & Carroll, and NB Yoga & Wellness.

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Dining 0.82 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.04 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.35 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.68 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.84 miles 57 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.54 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know, CA

Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know has 15,463 households, with an average household size of 2.72. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 42,612 people call Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know home. The population density is 7,763.76 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

42,612

Total Population

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39.8

Median Age

50.45 / 49.55%

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2.72

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$62,026

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Schools in Thinking About Living in San Bruno? Here’s What You Should Know, CA

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