Located in exclusive Hillcrest Estates, this 5 bedroom, 4 ½ bath property invites you to swim, sip, relax and repeat. This chic urban farmhouse welcomes you with lush landscaping and a sense of privacy. Inside, open spaces, vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, hardwood floors and modern amenities set the stage for your sophisticated retreat. Effortless entertaining is a breeze with the newly remodeled chef’s kitchen that opens to the living room. The open concept floor plan brings in views of the pool, redwoods and bay. The finest details and craftsmanship have been applied to every surface including hand plastered fireplace which adds a dramatic flair to this inspiring backdrop. The generous dining room opens to the garden which invites lively after dinner conversations around the fire pit. A must see for the discriminating homebuyer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
1.37 acresLot Size
$649Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Heidi Marchesotti•DRE #01308798• Corcoran Icon Properties
Bought with Chimene Pollard•DRE #01808145• Red Oak Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40782851
Aug 3, 2017
Sold
$2,278,035
$507/sq ft
Aug 3, 2017
Sold
$2,278,035
$507/sq ft
Jul 17, 2017
Pending
—
May 25, 2017
Listed
$2,295,000
$510/sq ft
May 25, 2017
Listed
$2,295,000
$510/sq ft
Located in exclusive Hillcrest Estates, this 5 bedroom, 4 ½ bath property invites you to swim, sip, relax and repeat. This chic urban farmhouse welcomes you with lush landscaping and a sense of privacy. Inside, open spaces, vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, hardwood floors and modern amenities set the stage for your sophisticated retreat. Effortless entertaining is a breeze with the newly remodeled chef’s kitchen that opens to the living room. The open concept floor plan brings in views of the pool, redwoods and bay. The finest details and craftsmanship have been applied to every surface including hand plastered fireplace which adds a dramatic flair to this inspiring backdrop. The generous dining room opens to the garden which invites lively after dinner conversations around the fire pit. A must see for the discriminating homebuyer.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40672014
Jan 29, 2015
Sold
$1,005,000
$223/sq ft
Dec 1, 2014
Pending
—
Nov 20, 2014
Relisted
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Sep 30, 2014
Pending
—
Aug 29, 2014
Listed
$1,200,000
$267/sq ft
+23
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40113789
Nov 14, 2005
Sold
$1,318,000
$293/sq ft
Oct 8, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2005
Listed
$1,350,000
$300/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,890 (+3.9%)
$777,579 + $1,837,318
$2,614,897
2024
$34,546 (−5.7%)
$777,579 + $1,837,318
$2,614,897
2023
$36,645 (+2.0%)
$762,332 + $1,801,292
$2,563,624
2022
$35,932 (+2.1%)
$732,734 + $1,731,355
$2,464,089
2021
$35,177 (+1.8%)
$732,734 + $1,731,355
$2,464,089
2020
$34,551 (+3.7%)
$718,369 + $1,697,413
$2,415,782
2019
$33,334 (+2.2%)
$711,009 + $1,680,021
$2,391,030
2018
$32,620 (+78.7%)
$697,068 + $1,626,492
$2,323,560
2017
$18,259 (+2.6%)
$372,798 + $885,162
$1,257,960
2016
$17,796 (−17.9%)
$372,798 + $885,162
$1,257,960
2015
$21,672 (−1.4%)
$365,490 + $867,810
$1,233,300
2014
$21,977 (+8.0%)
$440,776 + $1,028,477
$1,469,253
2013
$20,343 (+4.8%)
$440,776 + $1,028,477
$1,469,253
2012
$19,413 (−0.5%)
$405,000 + $945,000
$1,350,000
2011
$19,518 (+1.2%)
$527,000 + $791,000
$1,318,000
2010
$19,294 (+2.6%)
$395,400 + $922,600
$1,318,000
2009
$18,803 (−1.6%)
$395,400 + $922,600
$1,318,000
2008
$19,105
$382,500 + $892,500
$1,275,000
Tax history for 5640 Fernhoff Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,890 (+3.9%)
$777,579 + $1,837,318
$2,614,897
2024
$34,546 (−5.7%)
$777,579 + $1,837,318
$2,614,897
2023
$36,645 (+2.0%)
$762,332 + $1,801,292
$2,563,624
2022
$35,932 (+2.1%)
$732,734 + $1,731,355
$2,464,089
2021
$35,177 (+1.8%)
$732,734 + $1,731,355
$2,464,089
2020
$34,551 (+3.7%)
$718,369 + $1,697,413
$2,415,782
2019
$33,334 (+2.2%)
$711,009 + $1,680,021
$2,391,030
2018
$32,620 (+78.7%)
$697,068 + $1,626,492
$2,323,560
2017
$18,259 (+2.6%)
$372,798 + $885,162
$1,257,960
2016
$17,796 (−17.9%)
$372,798 + $885,162
$1,257,960
2015
$21,672 (−1.4%)
$365,490 + $867,810
$1,233,300
2014
$21,977 (+8.0%)
$440,776 + $1,028,477
$1,469,253
2013
$20,343 (+4.8%)
$440,776 + $1,028,477
$1,469,253
2012
$19,413 (−0.5%)
$405,000 + $945,000
$1,350,000
2011
$19,518 (+1.2%)
$527,000 + $791,000
$1,318,000
2010
$19,294 (+2.6%)
$395,400 + $922,600
$1,318,000
2009
$18,803 (−1.6%)
$395,400 + $922,600
$1,318,000
2008
$19,105
$382,500 + $892,500
$1,275,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.37 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
3,825
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
037A314300500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RH-1
S-9
Hillside Residential - 1 Zone
The intent of the RH-1 Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance areas for single-family living on lots of one acre or more, and is appropriate in portions of the Oakland Hills.
Zone overlays
Fire Safety Protection Combining Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
Sep 24, 2019 • Final
Rbc) - building residential combo alteration- 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Resize and reshape an existing rear swimming pool. Install new pool lighting and plumbing.
Plumbing
Pool and hot tub
Sep 18, 2019 • Final
Rm) - mechanical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 5
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bonus/Plus Room, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Utility Room, Workshop, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Disposal, Gas Range
Laundry Features: Hookups Only
Street Level Features: 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood Flrs Throughout
Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Nook,Counter - Stone,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop
Rooms Total: 10
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 4,497
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Private Pool
Property Information
Living Area: 4497
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1956
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 59696
Lot Size Area: 1.37
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.37
Lot Features: Premium Lot
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Solar
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Has Association
Association Amenities: Greenbelt
Association Name: HILLCREST ESTATES HOA
Association Fee: $50
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,825
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Alameda County
APN: 037A314300500
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Carl B. Munck Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Montera Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
7/10
Skyline High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
2 days above 86° expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 11.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.77M – $3.36M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2017. This data may not match public records. Learn more.