953 Grosvenor Place Oakland CA 94610

Overview

Welcome to 953 Grosvenor Place.  Exceptional Spanish Revival designed by Lionel Henry Pries, blending timeless architecture with modern comfort in coveted Crocker Highlands. Nestled among tall evergreens, this light-filled home features white stucco walls, a red clay tile roof, arched divided-light windows and a charming arched entry framed by wrought-iron accents. In the luminous grand living room an artisan-forged centerpiece chandelier evokes old-world romance and Moorish elegance beneath vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, complete with fireplace. The formal dining room sits in a dramatic octagonal turret, while the chef’s kitchen offers quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, a pro-grade Bertazzoni range and breakfast bar. A main-level ensuite bedroom featuring a wood burning fireplace doubles as guest suite, au pair space, or den, opening to a private patio with brick fireplace. Upstairs lives a serene primary suite plus additional ensuite bedroom with lounge nook. The bathrooms feature a mix of marble, hexagon tile, Venetian plaster and modern fixtures. The lower level includes a spacious garage ideal as gym/flex space, a separate laundry room and additional storage. Near Crocker Highlands Elementary, Lake Merritt, shops & SF access.

— Designed by renowned architect Lionel Henry Pries
— Iconic Spanish Revival w/ red tile roof & arched windows
— Grand living room with vaulted ceilings, beams & fireplace
— Dramatic turret dining room w/ arched windows & chandelier
— Main-level en-suite opens to patio with outdoor stone fireplace
— Primary suite w/ spa bath & second en-suite with lounge nook
— Chef’s kitchen w/ quartz counters, custom cabinetry & Bertazzoni range

About the Architect: Lionel Henry Pries (1897–1968) was an American architect and educator known for blending Spanish-Mediterranean influences with modern West Coast design. Born in San Francisco and trained at UC Berkeley and the University of Pennsylvania, he developed a style defined by white stucco walls, red tile roofs, arched openings, and seamless indoor-outdoor living—hallmarks of early 20th-century California architecture. His work combined elegance with functionality, emphasizing comfort, natural light, and thoughtful spatial flow. After relocating to Seattle in 1928, he became a long-time professor at the University of Washington, shaping generations of architects through both his practice and teaching.

For more information on 953 Grosvenor Place, please call David Higgins at 510-398-1992 or hello@cushrealestate.com