Homeplace Hillsborough Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Hillsborough neighborhood guide
Homeplace sits off upper Barroilhet Drive in central Hillsborough. It was built on the former estate of Jennie Crocker, one of several Crocker family properties that once covered large parts of town. When the land was subdivided in the 1970s, it became a neighborhood of individual homes on large lots. Other Crocker holdings nearby included New Place, now the Burlingame Country Club clubhouse, and Skyfarm, now The Nueva School.
The neighborhood lies between the country club area and the Skyfarm hills, in the middle of town. Like most of Hillsborough, it is entirely residential. Crossroads Park at Black Mountain and Hayne Roads is one of the closest public spaces. Downtown Burlingame and San Mateo are each a short drive downhill, and Interstate 280 is reached via Black Mountain Road.
Homeplace is shaded. Borders are approximate, see the Hillsborough map for the full picture.
At a glance
- Built on the former Jennie Crocker estate
- Subdivided in the 1970s; most homes 1970s through 2000s
- Off upper Barroilhet Drive in central Hillsborough
- Between the Burlingame Country Club and the Skyfarm hills
Homes and Streets
Because the estate was divided in the 1970s, most homes in Homeplace date from the 1970s through the 2000s. Expect a range of styles from those decades on large, landscaped lots, with some homes since remodeled or rebuilt. Streets curve across the hillside of the former estate, and there are no sidewalks.
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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 Hillsborough City School District.
Getting Around
Interstate 280 is close via the Black Mountain Road and Hayne Road exit. Burlingame Caltrain station is the nearest stop, a short drive down toward El Camino Real.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Homeplace FAQ
Where is Homeplace in Hillsborough?
Homeplace sits off upper Barroilhet Drive in central Hillsborough. It was built on the former estate of Jennie Crocker, one of several Crocker family properties that once covered large parts of town.
What are homes like in Homeplace?
Because the estate was divided in the 1970s, most homes in Homeplace date from the 1970s through the 2000s. Expect a range of styles from those decades on large, landscaped lots, with some homes since remodeled or rebuilt.
What public schools are near Homeplace?
Public schools near Homeplace include West Hillsborough School (grades K-5), William H. Crocker Middle School (grades 6-8), Burlingame High School (grades 9-12) and San Mateo High School (grades 9-12). School assignments follow district attendance boundaries and can change, so confirm the school for a specific address with the Hillsborough City School District.
What parks are near Homeplace?
Parks and open space near Homeplace include Crossroads Park, Vista Park and Washington Park, Burlingame.
How do I get around from Homeplace?
Interstate 280 is close via the Black Mountain Road and Hayne Road exit. Burlingame Caltrain station is the nearest stop, a short drive down toward El Camino Real.
How can I find homes for sale in Homeplace?
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Updated October 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: Pacific Coast Architecture Database, The Nueva School, Ed-Data. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.