For sale Home

Listed Sep 8, 2026

$3,195,000 Est. $21,132/mo

481 Montcrest Place

  • 4

    Beds

  • 3

    Baths

  • 3,413

    Sq ft

The story

  • Pool

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.

Facts & features

Home type

Home

Year built

1976

Floors

2

Lot size

2 acres

Price per sq ft

$936

HOA

$1,225 / annually

Parking

2-car garage

Included features

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Fireplace

    2 fireplaces

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Appliances

    Dishwasher

  • Flooring

    Tile

  • Lot Information

    Irregular Lot, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • View

    Mountain

Mortgage calculator

Estimated monthly payment

$21,132 /mo

7% rate · 30-yr fixed · 20% down

  • Principal & interest $17,005
  • Property tax $3,195
  • Insurance $932

Includes principal, interest, taxes & insurance.

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Listing Broker

Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re

Broker Name

Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re

Agent

Herman Chan

Location

Berkeley CA 94705