Hillsborough Real Estate

Hillsborough is an exclusive residential community of grand estates with no commercial districts, offering ultimate privacy and prestige on the San Francisco Peninsula.

San Mateo County · 3 neighborhoods

Living in Hillsborough

Grand estates only
No commercial zones
Excellent private and public schools
Mature landscaping and privacy
Historic estates

Commute

Hillsborough is near Highway 280 and 101. Burlingame and San Mateo Caltrain stations are nearby.

Hillsborough market snapshot

Recent sales

Median sold price: $7.1M; +36.3% vs. a year earlier
Homes sold, 90 days: 21
Sold over list price: 62%; Share of 90-day sales

On the market now

Active listings: 15; Median 73 days on market
Median list price: $11.47M; Homes for sale now
In contract: 8; Pending or under contract
Months of supply: 2.1; At the 90-day sales pace

Single-family homes in Hillsborough. Sales that closed Jul 18 – Oct 16, 2026, compared with the same dates a year earlier. Active and in-contract listings as of Oct 16, 2026.

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Hillsborough Neighborhoods

Each Hillsborough neighborhood has its own character, home styles and setting.

Questions About Hillsborough

What makes Hillsborough unique?

As Hillsborough specialists, we find it offers a rare combination - grand estates with ultimate privacy, no commercial zones, and Hillsborough City School District schools. Every home is custom with minimum lot sizes ensuring spacious properties.

How are the schools in Hillsborough?

Hillsborough is served by Hillsborough City School District. Students attend Crocker Middle School and then Burlingame High School. Nearby private schools are also an option. Contact the district to verify boundaries.

What are home prices in Hillsborough?

Hillsborough is one of the most expensive communities in California. Most homes range from $5M to $30M+, with historic estates commanding even higher prices. Very few homes under $4M.

Is Hillsborough walkable?

Hillsborough has no commercial districts by design - residents drive to neighboring Burlingame or San Mateo for shopping and dining. The tradeoff is ultimate residential privacy and quiet.

How does Hillsborough compare to Atherton?

Both offer grand estates and privacy. Hillsborough has more diverse architectural styles including historic mansions, while Atherton tends toward newer construction. Both are among the highest-priced Bay Area communities.