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About Brisbane
Brisbane is a small San Mateo County city of about 5,000 on the bay just south of San Francisco, known for its star-topped San Bruno Mountain setting, the Crocker Industrial Park, and a quirky small-town feel minutes from downtown SF. A hidden gem on the mountain's northeastern slope.
Home prices in Brisbane
The median listing price in Brisbane is $998,000.
Top places in Brisbane
- San Bruno Mountain State and County Park — trails and the famous lighted star.
- The Brisbane Marina and Sierra Point.
- Downtown Brisbane — Visitacion Avenue shops.
- The Brisbane Library.
- The Crocker Industrial Park area.
Commuting from Brisbane
- BART: no station in the city; nearest is Balboa Park in San Francisco — roughly 30–40 minutes total to downtown San Francisco.
- SamTrans bus service; Caltrain at nearby Bayshore station.
- Approximate drive to downtown San Francisco via US-101: ~15–30 minutes (longer at peak).
Schools in Brisbane
Public schools: Brisbane School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Brisbane FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Brisbane, CA?
The median listing price in Brisbane is $998,000. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from Brisbane, CA?
BART: no station in the city; nearest is Balboa Park in San Francisco — roughly 30–40 minutes total to downtown San Francisco. - Which school district serves Brisbane, CA?
Brisbane is served by Brisbane School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.