Burlingame Terrace Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Burlingame neighborhood guide
Burlingame Terrace was surveyed and laid out in October 1905, in the area between Oak Grove Avenue, Broadway, El Camino Real and California Drive. The original subdivision ended at Edgehill Drive. Developers Archibald and Smith marketed it as "The Best of Them All," and early sales rules kept stores, saloons and laundries out of the tract so it would stay residential.
The neighborhood filled in quickly after the 1906 earthquake, as people moved south from San Francisco along the rail and electric car lines. Today it sits between the city's two shopping districts, with the Broadway shops to the north and Burlingame Avenue to the south. McKinley Elementary is on Paloma Avenue, and Paloma Playground at Paloma and Edgehill offers a small neighborhood play space.
Burlingame Terrace is shaded. Borders are approximate, see the Burlingame map for the full picture.
At a glance
- Surveyed in October 1905 and marketed by Archibald and Smith
- Tudor Revival cluster on Willborough Road near Neuchatel Avenue
- McKinley Elementary on Paloma Avenue
- Between the Broadway and Burlingame Avenue shopping districts
- Heritage eucalyptus trees at Jules Francard Grove nearby
Homes and Streets
Homes here date largely from the early 1900s onward, so expect older homes with plenty of character on established, tree lined streets. A notable cluster of European style Tudor Revival homes stands on Willborough Road near Neuchatel Avenue, known locally as Willborough. Lots follow the regular pattern of the 1905 subdivision, with homes set close to the sidewalk and mature street trees.
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Parks and Open Space
Public Schools Nearby
School assignments follow district attendance boundaries, which can split a neighborhood and change over time. Always confirm the school for a specific address with the district, for example the Burlingame School District.
Getting Around
Burlingame Caltrain station is a short walk south at Burlingame Avenue, and Broadway station, which has limited service, is at the north end of the neighborhood. El Camino Real forms the west edge, and U.S. 101 is reached via Broadway.
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Burlingame Terrace FAQ
Where is Burlingame Terrace in Burlingame?
Burlingame Terrace was surveyed and laid out in October 1905, in the area between Oak Grove Avenue, Broadway, El Camino Real and California Drive. The original subdivision ended at Edgehill Drive.
What are homes like in Burlingame Terrace?
Homes here date largely from the early 1900s onward, so expect older homes with plenty of character on established, tree lined streets. A notable cluster of European style Tudor Revival homes stands on Willborough Road near Neuchatel Avenue, known locally as Willborough.
What public schools are near Burlingame Terrace?
Public schools near Burlingame Terrace include McKinley Elementary School (grades K-5), Burlingame Intermediate School (grades 6-8) and Burlingame High School (grades 9-12). School assignments follow district attendance boundaries and can change, so confirm the school for a specific address with the Burlingame School District.
What parks are near Burlingame Terrace?
Parks and open space near Burlingame Terrace include Paloma Playground, Washington Park and Jules Francard Grove.
How do I get around from Burlingame Terrace?
Burlingame Caltrain station is a short walk south at Burlingame Avenue, and Broadway station, which has limited service, is at the north end of the neighborhood. El Camino Real forms the west edge, and U.S. 101 is reached via Broadway.
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Updated October 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: Wikipedia, Burlingame School District. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.