Located on an expansive lot on a private cul-de-sac in Glen Highlands, a secluded, private, gated and spacious level-in 4BD/2.5BA, 4851 sq ft Contemporary with gorgeous SF bay, bridge and Lake Temescal views from nearly every room. Designed to take full advantage of its hilltop position overlooking the SF Bay, the home’s vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, tall windows, and wide multi-level decks create the indoor/outdoor flow that is the best of California living. The home’s many amazing features include a gracious living room, formal dining room. large chef’s kitchen with breakfast bar and sunny breakfast room, huge opulent owner’s suite with spa-like bath, dual dressing rooms, family room, media room, and bonus office space. Other amenities include an elevator, wet bar, wine storage room, laundry room, and attached 3-car garage with interior access. The enclosed garden runs the length of the home, beautifully landscaped with mature trees, lush lawn, and flagstone patio.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.64 acresLot Size
$628Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by David Gunderman•DRE #01313613• KW Advisors East Bay
Listed by Andrew Raskopf•DRE #01394348• KW Advisors East Bay
Bought with Dana S. Cohen•DRE #01317652• The GRUBB Company
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40932872
Jan 22, 2021
Sold
$3,005,000
$619/sq ft
Jan 8, 2021
Pending
—
Dec 30, 2020
Listed
$2,750,000
$567/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,257 (+4.5%)
$251,132 + $809,045
$1,060,177
2024
$14,597 (−4.9%)
$246,208 + $754,949
$1,001,157
2023
$15,350 (+4.4%)
$241,381 + $740,149
$981,530
2022
$14,705 (+19.9%)
$232,010 + $691,411
$923,421
2021
$12,267 (+1.2%)
$232,010 + $691,411
$923,421
2020
$12,125 (+3.6%)
$195,252 + $578,988
$774,240
2019
$11,706 (+2.3%)
$193,251 + $573,052
$766,303
2018
$11,448 (+3.9%)
$189,462 + $561,819
$751,281
2017
$11,022 (+3.1%)
$182,106 + $540,008
$722,114
2016
$10,689 (+0.6%)
$182,106 + $540,008
$722,114
2015
$10,625 (+0.5%)
$178,536 + $529,423
$707,959
2014
$10,572 (−0.2%)
$172,410 + $511,259
$683,669
2013
$10,590 (+4.3%)
$172,410 + $511,259
$683,669
2012
$10,156 (+1.1%)
$171,632 + $508,950
$680,582
2011
$10,041 (+2.8%)
$168,267 + $498,971
$667,238
2010
$9,765 (−1.2%)
$164,968 + $489,191
$654,159
2009
$9,887 (+7.6%)
$163,735 + $485,538
$649,273
2008
$9,191
$164,124 + $486,692
$650,816
Tax history for 6540 Swainland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,257 (+4.5%)
$251,132 + $809,045
$1,060,177
2024
$14,597 (−4.9%)
$246,208 + $754,949
$1,001,157
2023
$15,350 (+4.4%)
$241,381 + $740,149
$981,530
2022
$14,705 (+19.9%)
$232,010 + $691,411
$923,421
2021
$12,267 (+1.2%)
$232,010 + $691,411
$923,421
2020
$12,125 (+3.6%)
$195,252 + $578,988
$774,240
2019
$11,706 (+2.3%)
$193,251 + $573,052
$766,303
2018
$11,448 (+3.9%)
$189,462 + $561,819
$751,281
2017
$11,022 (+3.1%)
$182,106 + $540,008
$722,114
2016
$10,689 (+0.6%)
$182,106 + $540,008
$722,114
2015
$10,625 (+0.5%)
$178,536 + $529,423
$707,959
2014
$10,572 (−0.2%)
$172,410 + $511,259
$683,669
2013
$10,590 (+4.3%)
$172,410 + $511,259
$683,669
2012
$10,156 (+1.1%)
$171,632 + $508,950
$680,582
2011
$10,041 (+2.8%)
$168,267 + $498,971
$667,238
2010
$9,765 (−1.2%)
$164,968 + $489,191
$654,159
2009
$9,887 (+7.6%)
$163,735 + $485,538
$649,273
2008
$9,191
$164,124 + $486,692
$650,816
*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
3
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.64 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
4,851
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
048H756306600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
RH-3
S-9
Hillside Residential - 3 Zone
The intent of the RH-3 Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance areas for single-family dwellings on lots of at least 12,000 sq ft 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
Nov 19, 2025 • Final
Rbc) - building residential combo alteration- 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Install a new spa, a gas line for the spa, and a new retaining wall at the rear of a single-family home.
Gas
Pool and hot tub
Jul 25, 2023 • Final
Bw) - building worksheet (building)
Rehabilitate the existing landscape by updating planting areas and installing a new prefabricated spa with a vanishing edge. Install new retaining walls and a gas hookup for a fire table and spa.
Gas
Plumbing
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
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Side Yard Access, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Split Bath, Tile
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Bidet, Solid Surface, Split Bath, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub with Jets, Double Sinks, Multiple Shower Heads, Sitting Area, Stone, Window
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Dining Area, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Library, Media, Music Room, Office, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not match public records. Learn more.