Capuchino Millbrae Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Millbrae neighborhood guide
Capuchino is a residential neighborhood at the north end of Millbrae, climbing west from El Camino Real toward Green Hills Country Club. Streets such as Capuchino Drive, Bayview Avenue, Park Boulevard and San Juan Avenue run through the area.
Local history ties this part of town to the Sánchez family of Rancho Buri Buri: José de la Cruz Sánchez built a corral and home on land south of today's Capuchino High School and lived there until his death in 1879.
Today Capuchino is known for its winding streets, hillside homes and closeness to the country club greenbelt, while still being minutes from El Camino Real and the Millbrae transit hub.
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At a glance
- North Millbrae, west of El Camino Real
- Borders the Green Hills Country Club greenbelt
- Many homes date to the late 1940s
- Capuchino Drive and Bayview Avenue are key streets
- Winding, hillside streets with some views
Homes and Streets
Capuchino's housing is mostly detached single family homes, with a large share built in the late 1940s. Single story ranch homes, such as a 1948 example on Bayview Avenue, are common, along with split level homes that work with the slope. Some later contemporary homes appear on the upper streets, including parts of Lomita Avenue.
Lots on the flatter east side near El Camino Real are more regular, while streets farther west climb into the hills, where some homes look out over the Bay.
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History on Film: Capuchino
A look back at the history of Capuchino and the places nearby, from local historical societies and archives.
The Timeline of Millbrae History
The Millbrae Historical Society's 75th anniversary film.Source: Millbrae Historical Society
Millbrae history tour
From the Mills estate to the BART era.Source: San Mateo County Historical Association
Parks and Open Space
Public Schools Nearby
School assignments are set by address and can change; confirm with the Millbrae School District and the San Mateo Union High School District before you buy.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Capuchino FAQ
Where is the Capuchino neighborhood?
Capuchino is in north Millbrae, rising west of El Camino Real toward Green Hills Country Club.
Is Capuchino the same as Capuchino High School?
No. They share a historic local name, but Capuchino High School is in San Bruno, while the Capuchino neighborhood is in Millbrae.
What kinds of homes are in Capuchino?
Mostly late 1940s ranch and split level single family homes, plus some newer contemporary homes on the hillier streets.
Which schools serve Capuchino?
Listing records commonly show Green Hills Elementary, Taylor Middle School and Mills High School. Confirm the assignment for any specific address.
How can I find homes for sale in Capuchino?
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Updated November 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: 595 Bayview Ave listing record, MLS area 490 Capuchino (Compass), 845 Lomita Ave listing record, MLS area 490 Capuchino (Compass), How Millbrae came to be (San Mateo Daily Journal), Millbrae neighborhood map and street lists (City-Data), Millbrae, California (Wikipedia), Millbrae Parks (Juliana Lee Team). Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.