A rare opportunity to live on one of Westside Alamo’s most desirable streets in one of the area’s most iconic homes. Steeped in timeless elegance and rich architectural character, this extraordinary 8,699 sq ft estate is nestled on a private 1.4 acre lot. Offering 12 beds and 6 & 1/2 baths, including an attached au pair maisonette, this remarkable residence has been thoughtfully restored and updated while preserving its original architectural integrity and charm. Originally built for a prominent lumber baroness, the home showcases exceptional craftsmanship, with a structure crafted from heart redwood and exquisite millwork throughout. Gracious living spaces flow seamlessly offering an ideal setting for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. An expansive living room opens to the garden, while the formal dining room features a stone fireplace, elegant paneling and coffered ceilings. The kitchen offers marble countertops, high end appliances and an adjoining breakfast nook. Curated light fixtures & luxuriously updated bathrooms further enhance the home’s timeless appeal. A classic academia library, counted among the 12 beds provides a warm & inviting space. The main level features 3 beds & 1 1/2 baths, while upstairs, 7 beds & 4 baths offer an abundance of space & versatility. The spacious primary suite features a fireplace, dedicated dressing room, a walk-in shoe closet & a beautifully renovated bathroom. The attic provides an additional 511 sq ft with potential for a creative studio or storage. The lower level retains elements of the home’s original character, offering additional spaces suited for storage, wine collections & workout areas. The attached 2 bed, 1 bath au pair maisonette features its own private entrance, kitchen & generous living & dining area, offering a welcoming space for extended family or guests. Outdoors, a lovely patio overlooking the picturesque garden, an inviting alfresco dining area enclosed in a vintage greenhouse, additional seating spaces and a bocce ball court, provide a wonderful setting for entertaining and relaxation. The expansive 1.4-acre lot offers endless possibilities, with ample space to envision a resort-style pool, tennis or pickleball court. A home of exceptional character and distinction, where architectural beauty, rich heritage and gracious California living all come together in coveted Westside Alamo. Ideally situated within walking distance of highly regarded schools and scenic trails.
For sale
$8,500,000
512 Hemme Ave, Alamo, CA 94507
12beds
8,699sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
1.44 Acres Lot
$4,035,100 Zestimate®
$977/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bocce ball courtAdjoining breakfast nookLuxuriously updated bathroomsExquisite millwork throughout
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Khrista Jarvis DRE #01213582 925-856-0782,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41151216
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 12
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 3 Bedrooms, 0.5 Bath, 1 Bath, Main Entry, 6+ Bedrooms, 4 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Dining Room, Library, Office, Utility Room
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths, Window
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Au Pair, Formal Dining Room, Storage, Unfinished Room, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen, Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Other
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Den, Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,699
- Total interior livable area: 8,699 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Parking Spaces, Parking Lot
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Las Trampas Foothills, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.44 Acres
- Features: Premium Lot, Landscaped, Private, Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 1981000142
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Custom,English
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Shingles
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Westside Alamo
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alamo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $977/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,509,913
- Date on market: 10/21/2026
Estimated market value
$4,035,100
$3.47M - $4.72M
$3,640/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $8,500,000+282%$977/sqft |
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| 11/24/2024 | Listing removed | $3,300 |
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| 11/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,300 |
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| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $3,300 |
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| 10/26/2024 | Price change | $3,300-2.9% |
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| 10/10/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,400 |
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| 10/17/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/26/2023 | Price change | $3,400-2.9% |
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| 9/10/2023 | Price change | $3,500-5.4% |
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| 8/21/2023 | Price change | $3,700+12.1% |
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| 7/18/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,300 |
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| 3/24/2020 | Sold | $2,225,000-20.5%$256/sqft |
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| 3/3/2020 | Pending sale | $2,799,000$322/sqft |
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| 10/22/2019 | Listed for sale | $2,799,000-1.8%$322/sqft |
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| 9/30/2015 | Sold | $2,850,000$328/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $2,509,913 +2% |
| 2025 | $27,952 +0.6% | $2,460,700 +2% |
| 2024 | $27,783 +1.8% | $2,412,452 +2% |
| 2023 | $27,292 +0.3% | $2,365,150 +2% |
| 2022 | $27,204 +1.2% | $2,318,775 +2% |
| 2021 | $26,884 +78.5% | $2,273,310 +80.9% |
| 2020 | $15,063 -22.6% | $1,256,640 -23% |
| 2019 | $19,457 +39.9% | $1,632,000 +42.6% |
| 2018 | $13,907 | $1,144,440 |
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