A bit of history of the development of the subdivisions in Montclair during the 1920s.
East of Piedmont
Montclair is…
The birth of Montclair. The 1920s were economic boom years in the United States and California.$460,000 worth of property in Montclair during the its first year.
The Home Place of Romance – Smith Reserve
Smith Reserve was a subdivision in Montclair and is now called Piedmont Pines.
Maison Normandie – Piedmont Pines
Maison Normandie is located on a large corner lot in Le Mon Park (now Piedmont Pines) with a a magnificent view of the Golden Gate, Marin County, the Bay, San Francisco and downtown Oakland.
In Le Mon Park – Piedmont Pines
"See the world from Piedmont Pines." -with an elevation ranging from 1300-1400 feet Le Mon Park commands a view of which its residents can never be deprived
Then & Now – Oakland Schools Part 9
A bit of history of Montclair, Thornhill and Joaquin Miller Schools in Oakland.
Montclair Realty – Pioneers of the Hills
In 1924 brothers Paul and Herman Pause formed Montclair Realty Co. Before that, Paul worked for the Realty Syndicate. Oakland Tribune Apr 01, 1928 Paul and Herman Pause The business district of Montclair looked like this when Montclair Realty was formed. Graded and staked lots in the undeveloped Montclair district's downtown in Oakland, California Eston... Continue Reading →
The Highest Home in Oakland – 1928
"1928 Model View Home " The 1928 Model View Home - Oakland Tribune 1928 The 1928 Model View Home is situated at the "Top of the World" in reality the topmost peak in Montclair Highlands, overlooking several counties as well as affording a magnificent sweep of the entire bay and part of the Pacific Ocean... Continue Reading →
$20,000 Log Cabin – Fernwood
In 1915 Dr. and Mrs. Nelson M. Percy of Chicago, Illinois, purchased the former W.J. DIngee home "Fernwood" for an undisclosed amount. They built a $20, 000 cabin.
Forest Park – Homes
Just a few of the homes of Forest Park - I will update if I find more. Oakland Tribune May 1927 - 6415 Oakwood Drive Oakland Tribune May 1927 - 6415 Oakwood Drive Oakland Tribune Feb 28, 1928 6415 Oakwood Drive 6415 Oakwood Drive - Present Day - Google maps6415 Oakwood Drive - Google mapsThe... Continue Reading →