Meadow Glen Millbrae Homes and Neighborhood Guide
Millbrae neighborhood guide
Meadow Glen is a central Millbrae neighborhood west of El Camino Real, with streets such as Helen Drive, Anita Drive, Richmond Drive, Meadow Glen Avenue and Poplar Avenue.
Many homes here date to the late 1940s, just after World War II and around the time Millbrae became a city in 1948.
It is a comfortable, close in area near Lions Park and Taylor Middle School, and an easy trip to downtown and the station.
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At a glance
- Central Millbrae, west of El Camino Real
- Many homes built in the late 1940s
- Helen Drive, Anita Drive and Richmond Drive
- Lions Park on Tioga Drive at Richmond Drive
- Close to downtown and Millbrae Station
Homes and Streets
Meadow Glen is mostly modest single family homes from the late 1940s, such as a 1946 home on Anita Drive and a 1948 home on Helen Drive. Many are one story homes on lots around 5,000 square feet, and a number have been expanded or remodeled.
The terrain is gentle, and the regular street grid makes the neighborhood easy to walk.
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History on Film: Meadow Glen
A look back at the history of Meadow Glen and the places nearby, from local historical societies and archives.
Millbrae history tour
From the Mills estate to the BART era.Source: San Mateo County Historical Association
The Timeline of Millbrae History
The Millbrae Historical Society's 75th anniversary film.Source: Millbrae Historical Society
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
Meadow Glen FAQ
Where is Meadow Glen?
Meadow Glen is in central Millbrae, west of El Camino Real, around Helen Drive, Anita Drive and Richmond Drive.
When were Meadow Glen homes built?
Most homes date to the years just after World War II, in the late 1940s.
What park is closest?
Lions Park on Tioga Drive at Richmond Drive has a playing field, playground and picnic area, and Central Park is a short trip away.
Which schools serve Meadow Glen?
Listing records commonly show Green Hills Elementary, Taylor Middle School and Mills High School. Confirm by address.
How can I find homes for sale in Meadow Glen?
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Updated November 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: 247 Anita Dr listing record, MLS area 486 Meadow Glen (Compass), 519 Helen Dr property record, Meadow Glen (Compass), Millbrae neighborhood map and street lists (City-Data), Millbrae School District (Wikipedia), Millbrae Parks (Juliana Lee Team). Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.