Marina Vista Millbrae Homes and Neighborhood Guide

Also known as Marino Vista Park

Millbrae neighborhood guide

Marina Vista, listed in the MLS as Marino Vista Park, sits on Millbrae's flatter east side between El Camino Real and the Caltrain tracks. Streets such as San Jose Avenue, San Pablo Avenue, Pine Street, Spruce Street and Bay Street run through the area.

Marina Vista Park, on Bay Street, shares the neighborhood's name. Many homes here date to the early 1950s, shortly after Millbrae incorporated in 1948.

Today it is a walkable, close in area with Marina Vista Park at its center and quick access to downtown Millbrae, Millbrae Station and SFO.

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Marina Vista is shaded. Borders follow MLSListings area lines. Zoom in for street detail, or see the Millbrae map for the full picture.

At a glance

  • East side of Millbrae, near the Caltrain line
  • Many homes built in the early 1950s
  • Mix of single family homes and duplexes
  • Marina Vista Park on Bay Street
  • Close to downtown, BART, Caltrain and SFO

Homes and Streets

Housing in Marina Vista is a mix of single family homes and small income properties, mostly from the early 1950s. Examples include a 1951 home on Pine Street and a 1953 duplex on San Jose Avenue. Streets such as San Pablo Avenue, San Rey Avenue and Spruce Street carry similar postwar homes.

The terrain is mostly flat, with regular city lots, which makes the area easy to walk and bike toward downtown and the station.

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History on Film: Marina Vista

A look back at the history of Marina Vista 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

SFO at 90: from Mills Field to today
The airport next door opened as Mills Field in 1927. SFO looks back at its first 90 years.Source: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Parks and Open Space

Marina Vista ParkNeighborhood park on Bay Street at the end of Spruce Street with a playground, basketball court, open field and picnic area.
Bayfront ParkSmall waterfront park on Old Bayshore Highway at Millbrae Avenue, known for watching planes near SFO.
Central ParkMillbrae's large central park at the end of Laurel Avenue, with a sports field, tennis courts and a playground.

Public Schools Nearby

Lomita Park ElementaryMillbrae School District elementary school (K to 5) at 200 Santa Helena Ave, just over the line in San Bruno.
Taylor Middle SchoolThe Millbrae School District's middle school (grades 6 to 8) on Taylor Boulevard.
Mills High SchoolSan Mateo Union High School District; Millbrae's public high school, established in 1958 on Murchison Drive.

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

Marina Vista FAQ

Is Marina Vista the same as Marino Vista Park?

Yes. The MLS uses the name Marino Vista Park for this map area, while locals usually call it Marina Vista after the neighborhood park.

What is Marina Vista Park like?

It is a neighborhood park on Bay Street at the end of Spruce Street with a playground, basketball court, open field, barbecues and picnic space.

What types of homes are in Marina Vista?

Mostly early 1950s single family homes, plus a number of duplexes and small multi unit properties.

Which schools serve Marina Vista?

Listing records commonly show Lomita Park Elementary, Taylor Middle School and Mills High School. Confirm by address.

How can I find homes for sale in Marina Vista?

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Updated November 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.

Sources: 312 San Jose Ave listing record, MLS area 487 Marino Vista Park (Compass), 330 Pine St listing record, Marino Vista Park (Compass), Marina Vista (Marino Visto Park) neighborhood profile (City-Data), Millbrae Parks (Juliana Lee Team), Millbrae, California (Wikipedia). Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.