Brisbane California
“City Of The Stars”
Brisbane California
The City of Stars- the name says it all. There is no better way to describe Brisbane, California than by its own depiction. During the late fall and winter nights as the sun sets on the Pacific, residents of Brisbane unite as hundreds of decorative stars illuminate the hillside homes of this small, but spirited town. The lighting of the stars is a deeply rooted tradition that dates back to Brisbane’s holiday celebrations over 65 years ago. Now an annual spectacle, the stars not only represent the ephemeral sense of community, tradition, and pride amongst Brisbane residents but illustrate the character and foundation of Brisbane itself.
Brisbane is a small and charming town of around 4,500 residents that is nestled in a quiet hillside of San Bruno Mountain. It lies adjacent to the San Francisco Bay and is only minutes away from both the borders of San Francisco and South San Francisco. It has a total area of 20.5 square miles, with 17 square miles of it being water. The town enjoys generally sunny weather, as its location on San Bruno Mountain lies just under the area’s fog belt.
The sense of community in Brisbane is notably one of its greatest assets. Life in a small and tight-knit town allows citizens to enjoy the quality and pace of life incomparable to those in most big cities. The people of Brisbane are welcoming and involved, as well as committed to working for the benefit of all. The town enjoys an annual Concerts in the Park, community volunteer gatherings, and much more. There are also many recreation centers in town, including a public swimming pool, a performance center, and a community park. Meanwhile, Brisbane enjoys a variety of local restaurants, services, and small shops that line the city’s shopping center and its main street. The city also has its own unified public school district, which includes a local elementary school and middle school. With its many community and family-structured offerings, Brisbane is a warm, friendly, and safe environment for children to grow up in, adults to come home to, and retirees to enjoy.
The prime location of Brisbane truly offers the best of both worlds. It is a unique and hidden treasure amongst the metropolitan Bay Area, in that if offers the quality and privacy of small-town living paired with the convenience of being located next to many bustling large cities. Brisbane even offers free transportation, with a shuttle that takes citizens to both Caltrain and BART stations. At the same time, San Francisco, its neighboring cities, and highway 101 are only a short distance away, providing easy access to entertainment, transportation, jobs, resources, and much more for Brisbane residents. In contrast, aside from the town’s big-city accessibility, Brisbane is also conveniently situated on San Bruno Mountain. With a state park, literally, as the town’s very own backyard, residents can benefit from the natural setting and wildlife found on the mountain, alongside hiking trails and a dog park.
Throughout the rapid development of surrounding urban areas and the increasingly fast pace of American life, Brisbane continues to retain its small-town appeal and serene atmosphere. Although private, it is at the same time bustling, with neighbors that gather for festivals in the park, teens that hang out at the skate park and recreation center, and children that go to school every morning. Brisbane, California truly offers an ideal place to live and to grow. For some, it is everything that one may hope for in a perfect living location: the capability of remaining close to a metropolitan area, while living in a city that has captured the delights of small-town living.
Brisbane is home to many businesses located in the Crocker Industrial Park and on Brisbane’s quaint main street, Visitacion Ave. Hungry? Check out Madhouse Coffee, 7 Mile House, Itchica Sushi, Melissa’s Mexican Restaurant, and Lucky House Chinese Food to name a few.
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Whether you’re contemplating a move from or to Brisbane, San Francisco, or San Mateo County, we remain highly attuned to your needs from the moment we meet until we’ve closed the contract in your favor.
Our region has a reputation for having rough seas, but we have 50+ years of collective experience, and we know the way. We’ve also sold more than 500 properties and charted many courses to success during our long history. We’ll leverage our expertise to ensure that you get to safe harbor quickly, with no shortage of the good kind of adventure.
A real estate professional since 1987, Ron Davis is consistently ranked among the top 2% of Realtors® nationwide. Born and raised in San Francisco, he has a comprehensive knowledge of what the Bay Area’s different cities and neighborhoods have to offer. Ron specializes in residential sales of all kinds, including investment properties, short sales, and REO assets. He is also adept at handling the often delicate, complex sale of a loved one’s estate after they have moved on, and he makes the process as stress-free as possible.
Ron discovered the importance of homeownership at the age of 21 when he and his wife bought their first home in Brisbane, on the southeastern San Francisco border. His mechanical background — he studied aircraft maintenance at John O’Connell Tech in San Francisco — and extensive experience with remodeling, designing, and building homes enable Ron to offer clients expert advice on new construction and remodeling projects. He also holds a Graduate, Realtors® Institute (GRI) designation, recognized as the gold standard for real estate professionalism and knowledge.
A resident of Brisbane, Ron is actively involved in his community and making it a better place to live. He has served on the board of directors of the Brisbane Chamber of Commerce and was recognized as Brisbane’s Citizen of the Year in 1998. He is an active board member of the local Lions Club and has received the Lions Club’s International Melvin Jones Humanitarian Award for his contributions to the community.
In his free time, you’ll find Ron scuba diving, playing drums, making wine with his wife, and hosting Coffee to Close, a podcast featuring notable members of the Brisbane community. Ron loves to travel and has visited more than 25 countries, which he credits for giving him a greater understanding of peoples and cultures. Ron also has a U.S. Coast Guard captain’s license and enjoys boating on the San Francisco Bay.
Whether you’re contemplating a move from or to Brisbane, San Francisco, or San Mateo County, we remain highly attuned to your needs from the moment we meet until we’ve closed the contract in your favor.
Our region has a reputation for having rough seas, but we have 50+ years of collective experience, and we know the way. We’ve also sold more than 500 properties and charted many courses to success during our long history. We’ll leverage our expertise to ensure that you get to safe harbor quickly, with no shortage of the good kind of adventure.
A real estate professional since 1987, Ron Davis is consistently ranked among the top 2% of Realtors® nationwide. Born and raised in San Francisco, he has a comprehensive knowledge of what the Bay Area’s different cities and neighborhoods have to offer. Ron specializes in residential sales of all kinds, including investment properties, short sales, and REO assets. He is also adept at handling the often delicate, complex sale of a loved one’s estate after they have moved on, and he makes the process as stress-free as possible.
Ron discovered the importance of homeownership at the age of 21 when he and his wife bought their first home in Brisbane, on the southeastern San Francisco border. His mechanical background — he studied aircraft maintenance at John O’Connell Tech in San Francisco — and extensive experience with remodeling, designing, and building homes enable Ron to offer clients expert advice on new construction and remodeling projects. He also holds a Graduate, Realtors® Institute (GRI) designation, recognized as the gold standard for real estate professionalism and knowledge.
A resident of Brisbane, Ron is actively involved in his community and making it a better place to live. He has served on the board of directors of the Brisbane Chamber of Commerce and was recognized as Brisbane’s Citizen of the Year in 1998. He is an active board member of the local Lions Club and has received the Lions Club’s International Melvin Jones Humanitarian Award for his contributions to the community.
In his free time, you’ll find Ron scuba diving, playing drums, making wine with his wife, and hosting Coffee to Close, a podcast featuring notable members of the Brisbane community. Ron loves to travel and has visited more than 25 countries, which he credits for giving him a greater understanding of peoples and cultures. Ron also has a U.S. Coast Guard captain’s license and enjoys boating on the San Francisco Bay.