15 Somerset Road

A MID-CENTURY HIDDEN GEM WITH GREAT POTENTIAL - Built in 1951, this captivating home was crafted by renowned architect Fred Langhorst, a protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright at Taliesin. Nestled on a knoll, floor-to-ceiling windows invite stunning panoramic views of the city and bay. This iconic piece of history exemplifies mid-century modern design at its finest, showcasing organic architecture that blends with its natural surroundings, influenced by Wright, Eichler, and Langhorst's unique style. This single-level residence features 3+ bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open-concept layout that welcomes sunlight and nature from every angle, situated on a spacious and tranquil lot. The backyard, with its beautiful eucalyptus trees, attracts deer, adding to the serene atmosphere of the neighborhood. For 60 years, this home buzzed with laughter, the joyful sounds of children playing outside, friends chatting around the dining table, and the record player always providing just the right soundtrack. At 15 Somerset, warmth radiates throughout, right down to the original Gaffers & Sattler stove. Now it's ready for its next chapter, an exciting opportunity for the fortunate buyer to restore and reimagine this treasure into NOTE: Piedmont mailing address, Oakland taxes and services.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$1,095,000

List Price

$1,095,000

On Market Date

Sep 7, 2025

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Other

Zip Code

94611

MLS ID

41110742

APN

48C7181462

Year Built

1951

Stories in Building

1

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

3

Bath

2

Parking

2

Carport

SQ FT

1,764

SQ FT Source

Public Records

Lot SQ FT

24,300.0

Lot Acres

0.56 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Electric Range/Cooktop

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure

Entry Level

Flooring

Linoleum, Tile, Carpet

Foundation

Fire Place

Living Room

Heating

Forced Air, Wall Furnace

Laundry

220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only

Main Level

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Other, Main Entry

Views

Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, San Francisco, Water, Bridge(s), City

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

Crawl Space, Partial

Architectural Style

Mid Century Modern

Non-Master Bathroom Includes

Shower Over Tub, Tile, Window

Construction Status

Existing

Location

Sloped Up

Roof

Rolled/Hot Mop

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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