Bing Crosby's former estate in Hillsborough, a 13,635-square-foot chateau-style home, has sold for $25 million after being on the market for less than three months. Originally listed at $40 million, the sale highlights the property's significant history, having been built in the 1920s for the Howard family, also known for the racing horse Seabiscuit. The estate features lavish renovations made by the Crosbys and boasts unique craftsmanship and artifacts from its illustrious past. The buyer, a local, recognizes the home's vintage value within the community.
This is one of the top 5 sales in the history of Hillsborough. It is also Hillsborough's largest sale since the Western White House closed for $23 million in October.
While local legend long suggested that Seabiscuit was buried on the Hillsborough property, the champion thoroughbred actually rests at Howard's 18,500-acre Ridgewood Ranch near Ukiah.
This property is one of Hillsborough's legacy estates with an extremely storied background and impeccable vintage craftsmanship. The buyer is a Hillsborough local with an appreciation for classic properties.
Crosby and his family moved into the 5-acre, 13,635-square-foot home in 1965 and made some serious renovations, like adding antique furniture and wood paneling from the collection of William Randolph Hearst.
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