Listed By:
Nahid Nassiri with Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty; 510-851-5244
Address
21 Selborne Drive, Piedmont, CA
Price
$ 3,450,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#41148043
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyAlameda
  • CityPiedmont
  • NeighborhoodUPPER PIEDMONT
  • Zip94611
  • Style
  • Year Built1937
  • Price$ 3,450,000
  • Bedrooms5
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage4987
  • Lot Size0.2197 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description

A cherished Upper Piedmont estate with exceptional views & gardens. A gracious 3-story residence in Upper Piedmont offering 4,987sf of refined living space. Set on a beautifully established .22-acre lot, this 5BD, 3.5BA home features a 2-car garage, exceptional outlooks, and extraordinary grounds anchored by a striking Japanese maple, rare specimen plants, and a thriving fruit orchard. Cherished across generations, this special property offers a seamless blend of grand scale, architectural character, and inviting warmth. Filtered views and sun-drenched vistas frame virtually every window, bringing vivid natural light into every room. The grounds are a true private sanctuary. The mature gardens feature a vibrant rose collection, exotic giant bird-of-paradise plants, and an abundant assortment of fruit trees. Distinctive architecture & generous living spaces inspired by Monterey Colonial design- a classic style originating in the 1830s that pairs Mexican Colonial charm with East Coast refinement—the residence exudes timeless elegance. The formal dining room and sunlit living room feature expansive picture windows overlooking the gardens. The eat-in kitchen is the heart of the home - enjoy peaceful garden views and direct access to the harvest of the backyard orchard. Upstairs, 3 additional bedrooms and a dedicated office space offers quiet privacy, while the expansive primary suite boasts abundant light and filtered Bay views. A cool, comfortable lower level features a private bedroom ensuite, versatile recreation space, a second office, and direct access to the backyard—ideal for an au pair, long-term guests, or an expansive media room. Updated for today’s lifestyle, the home includes an owned solar panel system for significant energy savings, copper plumbing, a modern furnace, and an on-demand tankless water heater. Situated in prestigious Upper Piedmont, 21 Selborne Drive offers convenient access to top-rated public schools, prompt municipal services, and easy commuter routes to San Francisco and Silicon Valley. Celebrated for hosting two family weddings across its seamless indoor-outdoor layout, this exceptional home stands ready to welcome its next chapter.

Price History
9/11/2026 Listed $3,450,000

General Features

Living Area 4987
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Possession Close Of Escrow
Roof Shingle
Appliances Dryer,Washer
Garage Spaces 2
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Stucco
Year Built 1937
Levels Three Or More
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Alameda
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name UPPER PIEDMONT
Garage Y/N true
Other Structures Storage
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Cross Street: Sandringham.
City Piedmont
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 9570
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
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Standard Status Active
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Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity OAKLAND

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Eat-in Kitchen,Workshop
Flooring Carpet,Stone,Wood
Fireplace Features Den,Family Room,Gas Starter,Living Room,Wood Burning
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 5
Total Baths 4

Exterior Features

Parking Features Garage,Garage Door Opener,Off Street
Lot Features Back Yard,Front Yard,Sprinklers In Front,Sprinklers Timer,Sprinklers On Side,Street Level,Yard
Total Parking 2
Lot Size Area 9570
Lot Size Acres 0.2197
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Public Records

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 94611

Price
AVG $1.63M
$3.45M
Year Built
AVG 1961
1937

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