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Postcard-worthy and sweeping San Francisco Bay views are waiting for you at this two-level penthouse condominium made even more exclusive with its private, almost 3,000-square-foot roof deck.
The awe-inspiring views span from the Bay Bridge and across the city skyline to the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, and the Richmond/San Rafael bridge. Witness breathtaking sunsets, the legendary fog rolling through the Golden Gate and the daily magnificence of the San Francisco Bay from this one-of-a-kind property.
Completely updated in a sleek, contemporary and custom European style, the light-filled 1,553-square-foot interior features three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, including two bedrooms and two bathrooms on the first level with balconies overlooking Albany Hill Park. The upper level showcases a bedroom, half bathroom and the spectacular great room with a chef’s kitchen, custom built-ins, 10-foot ceilings, motorized shades, LED lights, and walls of glass, including sliding door access to the Trex roof deck.
The 24/7 secured property in an exclusive complex at 555 Pierce Street in Albany is within 12 miles of downtown San Francisco. It offers exceptional amenities, including two side-by-side parking spaces, a swimming pool, two tennis courts, a gym, sauna, table tennis room, a clubhouse and assigned storage space.
Ideal for bicoastal living, a pied-a-terre or the ultimate urban lifestyle, this gorgeous property features heated Lauzon Next Step Beech hardwood flooring with a cork underlay, Italian DILA Effebiquattro doors and locks, and bathrooms appointed with Porcelanosa bathroom tile, walls of mosaics, sinks, and faucets, floating vanities, Grohe shower columns, and Noken toilets.
The gourmet kitchen is designed with Porcelanosa custom-designed granite slab counters and an island/breakfast bar, sleek European-style cabinetry, Bosch oven, dishwasher, microwave, and induction cooktop with a Zephyr range exhaust, Vigo sink, Samsung refrigerator, and under-counter lighting.
The expansive rooftop deck offers a sophisticated outdoor retreat, featuring four distinct seating areas, each adorned with custom-designed furniture. As you unwind in this elegant space, take in the breathtaking panorama of S.F. Bay, complemented by captivating views of three iconic bridges.
The secured building requires key fobs to enter and a magnetic 3M strip to access the garage.
Additional features include an energy-efficient washer/dryer combo.
Catch AC transit to San Francisco that stops next to the complex and enjoy the proximity to the El Cerrito BART Station and the Pacific East Mall and markets, Trader Joe’s, Ranch 99, Peet’s Coffee, and Starbucks, plus Solano Avenue restaurants and bars. The El Cerrito Plaza, Costco, four parks and Solano Avenue restaurants and bars are about a five-minute drive away. It is also near top-rated Albany schools and Tesla chargers.
This luxurious property has received nearly $500,000 in enhancements over the years, culminating in an exceptional living experience. In the past year alone, a further investment of approximately $80,000 has been devoted to meticulously designing and curating the space, complete with bespoke, custom furniture. These elegant furnishings are included in the sale, ensuring that the new owner can enjoy a truly refined and turnkey residence.
Where: 555 Pierce Street, #1532, Albany
Website: www.555PIERCEST.com Shown by appointment only.
Listing agent: Intero, James Shin, DRE#01358693, (415) 579-6327 James@james-shin.com