A modernist Belvedere compound with front-row views of the San Francisco Bay just hit the market with a jaw-dropping $50 million asking price, instantly vaulting it into the ranks of Marin County's priciest homes. The three-level estate leans hard into its midcentury roots, pairing that pedigree with private, terraced grounds that frame the city skyline from room after room.
As reported by The Sacramento Bee, the property at 20 Crest Road is listed by Bill Smith of Compass and is being marketed with eight bedrooms and 11 bathrooms. The Bee notes that the estate covers nearly one acre over two contiguous parcels, and Smith told the outlet that "its privacy is paramount for the buyer who wishes to remain isolated from the busy world."
Design Pedigree And History
The house was designed in 1967 by noted California architect William Wurster, with outdoor spaces by landscape pioneer Thomas Church, giving the estate a rare pairing of architectural and garden pedigree, according to The Real Deal. The Real Deal reports the property was long held as a family retreat and last changed hands decades ago, helping preserve many original design elements.
What The House Offers
Per the Compass listing, the roughly 9,170-square-foot residence spans three levels and includes an elevator that serves every floor. Six of the eight bedrooms sit on the middle level, while the primary suite occupies an octagonal wing with its own fireplace and private deck. The lower level adds a recreation room and a fully equipped apartment, and outside, the terraced grounds include a pool, a sports court, and off-street parking for more than a dozen cars.
How It Ranks In Marin
At $50 million, the asking price puts the Belvedere spread at the very top of Marin's already rarefied luxury tier. The Sacramento Bee notes that Marin's highest open-market sale was about $47.5 million in 2015. Belvedere has been punching above its weight for years, with recent multi-property buys and high-dollar deals keeping the small enclave in the regional luxury spotlight, as The Real Deal reports.
The listing is live on major brokerage platforms, with Redfin showing an April 28 update and Compass handling the marketing materials for showings and inquiries. For buyers who value name-brand design and wraparound bay views, the mix of William Wurster architecture, Thomas Church landscaping and Belvedere-level privacy is what is being packaged to justify that $50 million price tag.
