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Take a peek inside 9 luxury real estate locations across northern California

Stories by Sacramento Bee journalists, with AI summarization

Luxury real estate in 2025 is boldly redefined by a collection of stunning estates that blend history, innovation, and serenity. This list of stories outlines homes like a $65 million Lake Tahoe sanctuary called Whispering Pines, a tech-savvy off-grid retreat in Sonoma Valley, and a 1929 Hillsborough mansion once owned by Bing Crosby.

These properties flaunt features from handcrafted staircases and smart-home tech to private piers, vineyard views, and glamorous resort-style backyards. Whether it’s Harrison Barnes' serene Sacramento estate or a chic San Francisco mansion owned by Rothy's founder, each residence pushes the boundaries of opulence. Dive into curated elegance where sustainability, celebrity pedigree, and top-tier amenities meet.

A Bel Air, California, mansion has eight-bedroom, 12-bathroom mansion and spans 13,626 square feet.

NO. 1: MANSION FOR SALE ABOVE SUNSET BLVD IN CALIFORNIA WILL STEAL YOUR BREATH. TAKE A LOOK

“Leaving no detail spared with its custom finishes, this is a truly special offering in a most prestigious and spectacular location.” | Published January 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by TJ Macias

The waterfront Lake Tahoe, California home has sold for $27.5 million.

NO. 2: BUYER DROPS $27.5M ON GRANDIOSE LAKE TAHOE WATERFRONT ESTATE WITH EVERY AMENITY. TAKE LOOK

Both agents involved in the deal see a strengthening luxury market. | Published February 6, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

A home on the market in Glen Ellen, California listed for $7.5 million has more than 8,000 square feet of paved decks and sidewalks surrounding the main residence. By Brian Kitts

NO. 3: ‘OFF-GRID’ HOME PAIRS CAPTIVATING VIEWS WITH MODERN TECH. SEE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA LISTING

Is that a bedroom behind a bookshelf? | Published February 6, 2025 | Read Full Story by TJ Macias

The 6,600-square-foot Arden Arcade home sold for $4.3 million. It has six bedrooms and eight bathrooms.

NO. 4: SEE MODERN, CHIC SACRAMENTO HOME WHERE FORMER KINGS PLAYER HARRISON BARNES RAISED FAMILY

He spent five years in the private home before being traded to the Spurs. | Published February 8, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The Beverly Hills home sits on more than a half acre with a hidden tennis court.

NO. 5: OSCAR-WINNING ACTOR AL PACINO LIVED IN THIS STYLISH ESTATE FOR SALE IN CA. SEE IT

The “Heat” actor lived in the home for almost 20 years. | Published February 26, 2025 | Read Full Story by TJ Macias

For sale for $65 million, this Glenbrook, Nevada home on the shores of Lake Tahoe provides a protected area allowing for swimming in calm waters.

NO. 6: SELLER SHARES MEMORIES OF LAKE TAHOE ESTATE LISTED AT $65M, A POTENTIAL RECORD. TAKE LOOK

Whispering Pines comes with its own small golf course and may set a Nevada sales record. | Published February 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

default By Bing Crosby's longtime French chateau-style estate.

NO. 7: SEE BING CROSBY’S LONGTIME, ELEGANT NORTHERN CALIFORNIA ESTATE FOR SALE FOR $40M

He surprised his wife Kathryn with the purchase of the Hillsborough mansion in the early 1960s. | Published February 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The expansive balcony of the downtown Sacramento penthouse offers space for al fresco dining and city views.

NO. 8: SACRAMENTO’S PREMIER LUXURY PENTHOUSE ATOP KIMPTON SAWYER HOTEL WILL GO TO HIGHEST BIDDER

Meg Whitman and her neurosurgeon husband bought the condo for $3.75 million in 2018. | Published March 7, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The San Francisco, California, home for sale at 2312 Pacific Ave. spans four levels and 7,200 square feet. By Brian Kitts

NO. 9: WALK INTO ECO-SHOE FOUNDER’S SF MANSION AS HE HEADS TO TEXAS FOR NEXT PROJECT

The Pacific Heights residence lists for $15.5 million amid luxury market surge. | Published April 8, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.