Address: 6267 Crown Ave., Oakland

Asking price: $1.25 million, about $521 per square foot

Description: This contemporary Mediterranean projects the feeling of a hillside villa. Rounded, wide steps lead to the front door; inside, the space features high ceilings and an expanse of windows. Artisan touches include the hand-wrought iron entry gate and twined ironwork banisters, as well as glass sconces, lighting fixtures and bathroom tiles. The custom-designed fireplace is a stone collage of granite, agate, onyx, pyrite and lapis.

Don't miss: Five spacious outdoor terraces showcase spectacular views and feature lush landscaping; they include an outdoor meditation garden, herb garden and a private deck with hot tub.

Size: About 2,400 square feet, with three bedrooms plus office and family room, and three bathrooms. Located on two lots totaling 11,986 square feet.

Built: 1996; renovated in 2007

For information: www.crownviews.com

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This article appeared on page C - 2 of the San Francisco Chronicle