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$28,995,000
New Listing

1200 Armsby Drive
Hillsborough, CA 94010

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
11
Beds
15
Total Baths
10
Full Baths
5
Partial Baths
18,535
SqFt
$1,564
/SqFt
1929
Built
County:
San Mateo
Listed by Jenn Gilson of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty [email protected]
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A secluded trophy estate in the heart of highly coveted Lower North Hillsborough, this extraordinary 2.4+ acre property offers rare scale and privacy on one of the towns largest parcels. Originally designed by acclaimed architects John Bakewell Jr. and Ernest Weihe, the French Chateau-inspired residence was once home to Hollywood icon Bing Crosby and is rich with storied provenance, including connections to the legendary Seabiscuit and curated antique details from the Hearst Collection. Thoughtfully updated by the current owner, the home spans four levels and features 11 bedrooms, 10 full baths, and 5 half baths, blending grand architectural presence with a warm, livable layout. Designed for both intimate daily living and elegant entertaining, the floor plan includes multiple salons, a formal dining room, a wood-paneled library, a private office, and a distinct guest wing. The park-like grounds showcase sweeping lawns, a resort-style pool with fountains, and expansive open space, creating a serene and majestic setting. With its remarkable history, refined craftsmanship, and exceptional acreage, this is a truly irreplaceable legacy estate an unparalleled opportunity to own a landmark property from California's Golden Era.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$28,995,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
11
Inside Area (SqFt) 
18,535 sqft
Total Baths 
15
Full Baths 
10
Partial Baths 
5
Lot Size 
2.44 Acres
Year Built 
1929
MLS® Number 
ML82038870
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Other
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
5 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
12 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
2.44
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Concrete Perimeter
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
8
Number Of Stories 
4
Parking 
Attached
Parking Spaces 
8
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R10025
Interior Features
Appliances 
Dishwasher
Cooling 
None
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family Room
Flooring 
CarpetTileWood
Heating 
Electric
Spa 
Yes
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Exterior Features
Pool Features 
In Ground
Roof 
Slate
Spa 
Yes
Spa Features 
In Ground
Community Features
MLS Area 
699 - Not Defined
School District 
Other
Schools
School District
Other
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown


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