Burlingame

Aerial essence of Burlingame Village reveals rows of houses nestled among lush greenery.
Burlingame Village is not far from the Burlingame Caltrain station.
Burlingame Village is a picturesque tapestry of community and greenery.
Cozy row homes adorn Burlingame Village, showcasing suburban charm.
Burlingame Village from above reveals tree-lined tranquility in a bustling neighborhood.

Burlingame, CA Area Guide

Small-town charm in the South Bay area

Schools Walkable Upscale Commuter

Burlingame, located between San Francisco and Silicon Valley, is home to 18,000 public trees that line its streets, earning it the nickname "City of Trees." The downtown area along Burlingame Avenue features shopping destinations, restaurants, and the Apple Store. The rental market includes apartments near downtown and in residential neighborhoods, with current average rents ranging from $2,443 for studios to $6,132 for three-bedroom homes. The Broadway district offers a second commercial center, adding to the walkable nature of the community.

Located minutes from San Francisco International Airport, Burlingame maintains its distinct character with parks and eucalyptus groves throughout the city. The historic Burlingame train station, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, serves commuters while preserving the area's architectural heritage. The city's public schools consistently demonstrate strong academic achievement. Local landmarks include the historic Kohl Mansion, now part of Mercy High School's campus, which served as a filming location for the 1921 silent version of "Little Lord Fauntleroy" starring Mary Pickford.

Explore the City

Burlingame Village is a picturesque tapestry of community and greenery.

Cozy row homes adorn Burlingame Village, showcasing suburban charm.

Burlingame Village from above reveals tree-lined tranquility in a bustling neighborhood.

Burlingame Terrace's proximity to San Francisco Airport highlights its convenience.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Burlingame, CA is $2,497 for a studio, $3,123 for one bedroom, $4,306 for two bedrooms, and $6,375 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Burlingame has increased by 4.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,123/month
698 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Burlingame, CA is for everyday living.

Very Walkable

79 / 100

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Minimal Transit

1 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Very Bikeable

76 / 100

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Franklin Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

McKinley Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Hoover Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Lincoln Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Washington Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Burlingame Intermediate

Public

Grades 6-8

BSD Preschool

Public

Grades K-12

Burlingame High

Public

Grades 9-12

Peninsula High (Continuation)

Public

Grades 9-12

Peninsula High

Public

Grades 9-12

BSD Preschool

Public

Grades K-12

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.