Beautifully sited on Piedmont’s most iconic street, 65 Sea View Ave. is a breathtaking Mediterranean estate that exemplifies timeless elegance. With exquisite craftsmanship and seamless indoor-outdoor living, this architectural masterpiece offers luxury living with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay as its backdrop. Built in 1927 by renowned architects Newsom & Newsom for Austin Hills Jr., co-founder of Hills Bros. Coffee Co., this residence is rich in Mediterranean influences. Ornate corbels, graceful columns & magnificent 10’ hand-carved studded doors add depth & texture to the façade. The unique green glazed tile roof echoes the refined drama of Mediterranean architecture. The foyer features soaring coved ceilings, marble floors & sweeping staircase, while the living room has hand-painted beamed ceilings, a stone fireplace & adjoining library. Perfectly positioned picture window captures the SF Bay views in the DR which opens to the stunning landscaped gardens & pool; a resort-like experience. Kitchen features tiled walls & ceilings, large island, & adjacent family room for everyday living. Upstairs features 6BR, including luxurious primary suite w/sitting room & 2 walk-in closets. Sunroom w/ epic views. Add’l feat: fam/media room, gym, 3-car gar, elevator, guest apt.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$1,208Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Anian Tunney•DRE #00812754• The GRUBB Company
Listed by Adrienne Tunney Krumins•DRE #01296734• The GRUBB Company
Iconic Piedmont stately residence with massive views and grounds. A piece of "coffee" history with beautiful original tilework throughout. Massive rooms and a traditional layout.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41091256
May 15, 2025
Sold
$13,900,000
$1,247/sq ft
Apr 24, 2025
Pending
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Apr 5, 2025
Listed
$14,800,000
$1,328/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,675 (+5.4%)
$1,191,683 + $2,780,594
$3,972,277
2024
$54,707 (+1.5%)
$1,191,683 + $2,780,594
$3,972,277
2023
$53,907 (+2.9%)
$1,168,319 + $2,726,078
$3,894,397
2022
$52,394 (+4.9%)
$1,122,961 + $2,620,242
$3,743,203
2021
$49,942 (+0.1%)
$1,122,961 + $2,620,242
$3,743,203
2020
$49,871 (+1.9%)
$1,100,945 + $2,568,872
$3,669,817
2019
$48,924 (+3.7%)
$1,089,657 + $2,542,533
$3,632,190
2018
$47,196 (−0.4%)
$1,068,294 + $2,492,686
$3,560,980
2017
$47,386 (+8.1%)
$1,026,816 + $2,395,905
$3,422,721
2016
$43,831 (−0.4%)
$1,026,816 + $2,395,905
$3,422,721
2015
$44,003 (+1.4%)
$1,006,688 + $2,348,939
$3,355,627
2014
$43,407 (−0.6%)
$972,149 + $2,268,349
$3,240,498
2013
$43,679 (+0.4%)
$972,149 + $2,268,349
$3,240,498
2012
$43,525 (+1.3%)
$967,758 + $2,258,102
$3,225,860
2011
$42,965 (+2.7%)
$948,785 + $2,213,833
$3,162,618
2010
$41,833 (−1.5%)
$930,182 + $2,170,426
$3,100,608
2009
$42,477 (+6.8%)
$923,236 + $2,154,219
$3,077,455
2008
$39,785
$925,436 + $2,159,351
$3,084,787
Tax history for 65 Sea View Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$57,675 (+5.4%)
$1,191,683 + $2,780,594
$3,972,277
2024
$54,707 (+1.5%)
$1,191,683 + $2,780,594
$3,972,277
2023
$53,907 (+2.9%)
$1,168,319 + $2,726,078
$3,894,397
2022
$52,394 (+4.9%)
$1,122,961 + $2,620,242
$3,743,203
2021
$49,942 (+0.1%)
$1,122,961 + $2,620,242
$3,743,203
2020
$49,871 (+1.9%)
$1,100,945 + $2,568,872
$3,669,817
2019
$48,924 (+3.7%)
$1,089,657 + $2,542,533
$3,632,190
2018
$47,196 (−0.4%)
$1,068,294 + $2,492,686
$3,560,980
2017
$47,386 (+8.1%)
$1,026,816 + $2,395,905
$3,422,721
2016
$43,831 (−0.4%)
$1,026,816 + $2,395,905
$3,422,721
2015
$44,003 (+1.4%)
$1,006,688 + $2,348,939
$3,355,627
2014
$43,407 (−0.6%)
$972,149 + $2,268,349
$3,240,498
2013
$43,679 (+0.4%)
$972,149 + $2,268,349
$3,240,498
2012
$43,525 (+1.3%)
$967,758 + $2,258,102
$3,225,860
2011
$42,965 (+2.7%)
$948,785 + $2,213,833
$3,162,618
2010
$41,833 (−1.5%)
$930,182 + $2,170,426
$3,100,608
2009
$42,477 (+6.8%)
$923,236 + $2,154,219
$3,077,455
2008
$39,785
$925,436 + $2,159,351
$3,084,787
*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
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Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.68 Acres
Year renovated
1927
Sq. Ft.
8,778
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
051 472700402
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
ER
Single Family Residential Estate
Zone E is established for estate residential homes, which tend to be larger lots.; The intent is to: Preserve, protect and enhance Piedmont's residential character, protecting the quiet, family atmosphere of neighborhoods.; Protect residents from the harmful effects of excessive noise, light deprivation, intrusions on privacy, overcrowding, excessive traffic, insufficient parking, blockage of significant views, and other adverse environmental impacts.; Maintain openness and areas of vegetation between residences to enhance a healthy environment.; Achieve design compatibility between additions, remodeling and other new construction by establishing development standards.; Minimize the out-of-scale appearance of large homes, parking areas, and other development relative to the lot size and to other homes in a neighborhood.
May 28, 2027 • Active
Res reno or addtn
Perform a general interior remodel including the installation of windows and doors and work on a spa.
Addition
Remodel
Apr 23, 2025 • Final
Mechanical
Install a new heat pump and remove the existing electric furnace.
Heat pump
HVAC
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, Off Street, Private, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 9
# of Bathrooms Full: 6
# of Bathrooms Partial: 3
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Jack & Jill, Window
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Window
Interior Features
Interior Features: Au Pair, Bonus/Plus Room, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Library, Media, Rec/Rumpus Room, Storage, Unfinished Room, Utility Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.