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    Near BART, SamTrans, & Muni Connection

    map of Westlake Daly City showing juniper apartments near the bart station, interstates and more

    No car? No problem. Offering classic mid-century style and wide variety of floor plans to choose from, apartments at Westlake provide easy access to BART, I-280, CA-1, Muni, and other points near San Francisco. In particular, our Juniper residences on the northeast side of Westlake are super close to the local BART station (check out the illustration above).

    BART Daly City

    Website & Schedule: bart.gov/stations/daly
    Address: 500 John Daly Blvd, Daly City, CA 94014

    One of the busiest stations on the BART system, this transit hub serves both daily commuters and visitors to the Bay Area. It connects to many other stations throughout the BART system, providing comprehensive access to San Francisco, the East Bay, and points beyond.

    Lines Served: The Daly City BART Station is served by multiple BART lines, including the:

    • Yellow Line (Antioch - SFO/Millbrae)
    • Red Line (Richmond - Millbrae/SFO)
    • Blue Line (Dublin/Pleasanton - Daly City)
    • Green Line (Berryessa/North San José - Daly City)

    Bus Connections: The station is a major bus transit hub with connections to several local and regional bus routes, including SamTrans and Muni buses.

    Car Parking & Bike Storage: The station has a large parking lot with over 2,000 parking spaces, making it a convenient option for park-and-ride commuters. Parking is available for a fee, and there are reserved spaces for carpooling and electric vehicles. There are also bike racks and lockers available for cyclists.

    SamTrans & Muni

    SamTrans (San Mateo County Transit District) bus service is provided throughout the City and converges at the Daly City BART station and at the top of Mission Street ("Top-of-the-Hill") at John Daly Boulevard.

    Local Sam Trans Destinations:

    • Daly City BART Station: Several SamTrans routes connect to the BART station,
    • Westlake District: Access to the Westlake Shopping Center and nearby residential areas.
    • Serramonte Shopping Center: A major shopping destination in Daly City served by multiple routes.

    Key SamTrans Routes in Daly City:

    • Route 120: Daly City BART to Colma BART via Westlake Shopping Center, serving key local destinations.
    • Route 121: Daly City BART to Pacifica via Linda Mar, serving the coastal community.
    • Route 122: Daly City BART to Stonestown in San Francisco, providing access to Westlake, Colma BART, and the Serramonte Center.

    Key Muni Routes in Daly City:

    • Route 14R (Mission Rapid): Runs from Daly City BART to downtown San Francisco along Mission Street, providing a fast connection to areas like the Mission District, Civic Center, and more.
    • Route 28 (19th Avenue): Connects Daly City BART to the Golden Gate Bridge, passing through Stonestown Galleria, SFSU, and the Marina District.
    • Route 54 (Felton): Provides service between Daly City BART and the Bayview neighborhood, connecting to areas like Crocker-Amazon and Visitacion Valley.
    • Route 57 (Parkmerced): Runs between Westlake Shopping Center and Stonestown, connecting to SFSU and the Parkmerced area.

    I-280

    A major north-south freeway that runs parallel to the San Francisco Peninsula, Interstate 280 (I-280) in Daly City is a key transportation corridor for commuters and travelers. Routes from Daly City include:

    San Francisco:

    • Northbound: I-280 ends at King Street in the SoMa (South of Market) neighborhood of San Francisco, providing direct access to downtown, the Financial District, and the Embarcadero.
    • It also offers access to neighborhoods like Potrero Hill, Mission Bay, and the Dogpatch area.
    • Convenient for reaching landmarks like Oracle Park, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA), and the Moscone Center.

    South Bay and Silicon Valley:

    • Southbound: I-280 continues down the San Francisco Peninsula, passing through cities like San Bruno, Millbrae, and Redwood City, all the way to San Jose.
    • It provides a direct route to tech hubs in Silicon Valley, such as Cupertino, Mountain View, and Palo Alto.
    • It's known as the “Scenic Highway” for its beautiful views of the Peninsula’s hills and the Crystal Springs Reservoir.

    East Bay:
    While I-280 itself doesn’t directly connect to the East Bay, it links with highways like I-380 and US 101, which provide access to I-80 and the Bay Bridge, making it convenient for reaching Oakland, Berkeley, and other East Bay cities.

    SFO Airport:
    Through connections with I-380 or US 101, I-280 provides a convenient route to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), making it a preferred route for travelers heading to and from the airport.

    CA1

    For those who prefer a more scenic route, CA-1 offers an alternative to the sometimes busier I-280. Known locally as Junipero Serra Boulevard, it also provides access to neighborhoods and commercial areas throughout Daly City, as well as Thornton State Beach and Mussel Rock Park. Main routes include:

    San Francisco:

    • Northbound: CA-1 continues into San Francisco as Junipero Serra Boulevard and eventually becomes 19th Avenue, a major arterial road.
    • It provides access to neighborhoods like the Outer Sunset, Richmond District, and the Presidio.
    • It also connects to popular destinations such as Golden Gate Park, Ocean Beach, the Cliff House, and the Golden Gate Bridge.

    Pacific Coast and Peninsula:

    • Southbound: CA-1 continues down the coast, passing through scenic coastal towns like Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, and Santa Cruz.
    • This stretch is known for its breathtaking coastal views

    Highway Interchanges:

    • In Daly City, CA-1 intersects with I-280, providing convenient access to both the coastal route and the inland freeway.
    • It also intersects with CA-35 (Skyline Boulevard) and CA-92 near Half Moon Bay, which provides a route to the East Bay and Silicon Valley.

    Grow With Us

    With 75 unique floor plans and 8 unit types, Westlake's flexible range of apartments, townhomes, and studios has what you need to live, grow, and thrive. Explore our available units for rent, or contact us to learn more about move-in offers. We look forward to showing you around.