Explore luxury homes in Sacramento, CA, in August 2025

The curated articles highlight luxury homes in the Sacramento area, all highlighting unique architectural features and historical context. They share common themes of exclusivity and high market value.

One article features the Glass House with panoramic views and amenities like a movie theater and infinity pool. Another article centers on a Tudor-style home by Buzz Oates, restored to maintain its historic charm while adding contemporary updates. In Land Park, a custom-built home sold well over the asking price on a rare double lot, featuring a library and chef's kitchen. Lastly, a Zen-inspired property in Carmichael spans 11,000-square feet with natural materials and landscaped grounds, emphasizing tranquility and privacy.

The 2.39 acres of lush grounds at 5312 Retreat Way include a pool, crystal clear pond, meandering trails and a sports court.

NO. 1: EXPLORE ZEN-INSPIRED SACRAMENTO MASTERPIECE FOR SALE. IT’S AN ‘ABSOLUTE UNICORN’

A Zen-inspired retreat, built in the mid-century modern style, carves out its own niche as an unmistakably unique home in the Sacramento suburb of Carmichael. | Published August 2, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The custom-built home at 1743 11th Avenue set a new Land Park record, selling for $3 million—$600,000 above asking—and marking the highest MLS sale ever in the historic Sacramento neighborhood.

NO. 2: SEE MOST EXPENSIVE HOUSE EVER SOLD IN LAND PARK — $600,000 OVER ASKING PRICE

A custom-built home on a rare double lot in Land Park recently sold for $3 million — $600,000 above the asking price — marking the highest residential sale ever in the coveted neighborhood just south of downtown Sacramento. | Published August 11, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The Pebble Tech infinity edge saltwater pool and spa, Baja shelf, and expansive patios make for a private luxury retreat on 2.4 acres.

NO. 3: SEE MODERN GLASS HOUSE IN SACRAMENTO AREA WITH ‘SPECTACULAR, PANORAMIC’ VIEWS

Listing agent Heather McKay of Nick Sadek Sotheby’s International Realty posed a question during a recent tour of The Glass House: | Published August 23, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

A landmark reborn: Originally built by iconic developer Buzz Oates in 1973, this 3,481-square-foot, four-bedroom estate on nearly an acre along the American River has been fully restored and is now offered at $2.5 million.

NO. 4: DISCOVER LEGENDARY SACRAMENTO DEVELOPER’S UNFORGETTABLE TUDOR ON AMERICAN RIVER

In 1973, legendary Sacramento developer Buzz Oates built and lived in an incredible Tudor-style home overlooking the American River — on what might still be one of the finest waterfront lots in the city. | Published August 30, 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.