479 Mountain Ave

Privately situated behind a gated entry, this extraordinary 1927 Mediterranean estate blends timeless elegance with sweeping San Francisco Bay and bridge views. Just blocks from Piedmont’s top-rated schools, parks, sports facilities, and newly built community pool, the home offers exceptional privacy and convenience. A picturesque bridge over a tranquil pond leads to dramatic interiors filled with natural light, vaulted beamed ceilings, French doors, and expansive entertaining spaces. The main level features a grand living room with fireplace, sunroom opening to a view terrace, formal dining room with balcony, and an eat-in kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, teak flooring, exposed beams, original brickwork and a dining area. The luxurious primary bedroom enjoys a vaulted ceiling, sitting area, built-ins, and stunning Bay views. A full bath and an additional bedroom complete the level. Downstairs, a spacious family room, mahogany-paneled office/library, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and laundry room provide flexible living with interior access to the 2 car garage. The third level includes a private guest suite, wine storage and a large flex/family room ready for your home gym, home theatre or potential for ADU. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the private grounds feature terraces, patios, a level lawn, fruit trees, mosaic pathways, and lush landscaping creating intimate outdoor “rooms” throughout the property. This rare Piedmont estate masterfully blends the timeless romance of Mediterranean architecture with modern livability, offering unparalleled privacy, scale, and breathtaking views.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$2,998,000

List Price

$2,998,000

On Market Date

May 28, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Piedmont

Zip Code

94611

MLS ID

41136253

APN

5146993

Year Built

1927

Stories in Building

3

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

6

Bath

4

Parking

2

Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Garage Door Opener

SQ FT

5,311

SQ FT Source

Measured

Lot SQ FT

11,544.0

Lot Acres

0.27 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Terraced Down, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Storage Area

Flooring

Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Engineered Wood

Foundation

Fire Place

Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning

Heating

Forced Air, Wall Furnace

Laundry

Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Main Level

2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Main Entry

Views

Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Bridge(s), City

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

Crawl Space, Partial

Architectural Style

Mediterranean

Non-Master Bathroom Includes

Shower Over Tub, Split Bath, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths, Closet, Window

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Terraced Down, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Storage Area

Location

Sloped Down, Level, Back Yard, Private

Roof

Tile

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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