Incredibly RARE LEGAL DUPLEX in the heart of Claremont Hills. Nestled quietly up off the road on a private, 16,000+ square foot verdant lot with no homes on either side, this property offers an idyllic opportunity for rental income or multi-family living. The Upper Unit has dramatic vaulted ceilings in the living and dining areas. A large deck is right off the updated kitchen - perfect for entertaining. A spacious patio wraps the back side of the property and is surrounded by a tranquil garden with numerous mature plants, most being drought tolerant. The main level of the Upper Unit has concrete floors with radiant heat throughout. This level has a bedroom, full bath, kitchen, dining and living rooms. A loft-like Primary suite with hardwood floors is on the upper level with updated bathroom, walk-in closet and laundry. The lower unit has interior access from the garage as well as a main level-in entry from the side. The lower unit has a bedroom, full bathroom, plus room (den, office), kitchen, living and dining areas as well as laundry, storage and pantry rooms. A private patio is conveniently right off the living and dining spaces. Ideally located near Claremont Hotel, Domingo Ave., SF Express bus, Freeways as well as Elmwood, Rockridge, BART and UC Berkeley.