481 Montcrest Pl

Danville, CA
$ 3,245,000 Beds 4 Baths 3 Sq 3,413
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Step into a legendary Danville legacy at 481 Montcrest Place, a breathtaking sanctuary where quintessential California living meets historic distinction. Originally built in 1976 by Charles Dallas, the visionary developer of Montcrest Place, this property was hand-selected and personally crafted as his own family estate at the absolute highest, most prestigious point on the ridge, earning its iconic reputation as "the home on top of the ridge." A dramatic private driveway entry welcomes you onto nearly two sprawling, beautifully landscaped acres framed by graceful palm trees and anchored by a glittering resort-style pool. Inside the thoughtfully preserved four bedroom, three and one half bathroom residence, a seamless, light-filled layout offers sweeping, unobstructed panoramas of Mount Diablo. Perfectly combining secluded historical prestige with modern everyday convenience, this magnificent property is located just three minutes from the vibrant dining, boutique shopping, and top-tier schools of downtown Danville, delivering the ultimate dream lifestyle without compromise.

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  • Price
  • $ 3,245,000
  • City
  • Danville
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • Contra Costa
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 1.97 Acres
  • Zip
  • 94526
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,413
  • Year Built
  • 1976
  • Style
  • Custom
  • MLS#
  • 41147460
Listed By: Herman Chan with Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re; 415-787-3450
Data Source: Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS

Features

General

Living Area 3413
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Roof Other
Appliances Dishwasher
HOA Fee 1225
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes Management Fee,Reserves,Other
Architectural Style Custom
Pool Features In Ground,Solar Heat
Construction Materials Stucco
Year Built 1976
Electric No Solar
View Mt Diablo,Panoramic,Ridge,Valley
Stories Count 2
Levels Two Story
Property Subtype Detached
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County Contra Costa
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Other
HOA true
Subdivision Name Westside Danvill
Garage Y/N true
Total Rooms 10
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Love Lane to Montcrest
City Danville
Association Name MONTAIR HOA
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 85857
Spa Features Heated
Property Condition Existing
Standard Status Active

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Den,Updated Kitchen
Flooring Tile,Engineered Wood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Brick,Stone
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features Hookups Only
Total Bedrooms 4
Kitchen Features Dishwasher,Eat-in Kitchen,Disposal,Updated Kitchen
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden/Play,Sprinklers Automatic,Sprinklers Front
Fencing Fenced
Parking Features Attached,Int Access From Garage,Off Street,Garage Door Opener
Lot Features Irregular Lot,Premium Lot,Sprinklers In Rear
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 1.971
Building Area Total 3413
Lot Size Acres 1.97

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Newark, CA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

9/8/2026 Listed $3,245,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 94526

Price
AVG $2.54M
$3.25M
Year Built
AVG 1980
1976

Areas That We Cover

481 Montcrest Pl Danville, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $3245000 with 3413 sqft and a lot size of 1.97 Acres Acre(s). 481 Montcrest Pl Danville has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1976. The property's zip code is 94526 which is in Danville, CA

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