5 spacious acres in the heart of Franklin Canyon with Panoramic views. This beautifully updated home features spacious rooms & quality craftsmanship. Expansive Great room offers breathtaking views . Vaulted ceilings & french doors lead to deck overlooking Canyon. Gourmet kitchen w/Viking cook top inset into 8ft granite island. Double wall ovens, professional grade oversized, refrigerator & freezer. Large dining area ... plenty of room to entertain inside or at the Outdoor built-in BBQ & prep area. Master suite offers soaking tub & step in glass shower. Downstairs leads to private entry guest quarters with bedroom, updated bathroom & living area. Cellar is perfect for wine storage. Large laundry rm leads to 2 car garage & additional workspace. Grow your favorite veggies in the fenced in garden. Endless possibilities for surrounding land: Vineyard, Bocce Ball, Horseshoes or Pool.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
5.45 acresLot Size
$848Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cha-cha Hughes•DRE #01089285• Muir West Realty
Bought with Cha-cha Hughes•DRE #01089285• Muir West Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40916152
Sep 18, 2020
Sold
$995,000
$530/sq ft
Aug 16, 2020
Pending
—
Aug 10, 2020
Listed
$995,000
$530/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40595011
Aug 1, 2013
Sold
$450,000
$240/sq ft
Jun 29, 2013
Price Changed
$450,000
$240/sq ft
Jun 29, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 17, 2012
Pending
—
Nov 3, 2012
Listed
$388,000
$207/sq ft
+9
Looking for back up offers. 5 sprawling acres in the heart of the Glen Frazier territory of Franklin Canyon. Serene views and a beautifully remodeled and expanded home offers spacious rooms & quality craftsmanship with plenty of options for expansion. Great rural feel & convenient access to town
Public Records
Apr 16, 2002
Sold
$405,000
$216/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,751 (+4.8%)
$797,144 + $359,779
$1,156,923
2024
$13,119 (+1.5%)
$781,514 + $352,725
$1,134,239
2023
$12,923 (+7.7%)
$766,191 + $345,809
$1,112,000
2022
$11,996 (+2.0%)
$751,168 + $339,029
$1,090,197
2021
$11,760 (+88.8%)
$736,440 + $278,460
$1,014,900
2020
$6,228 (+1.2%)
$722,000 + $273,000
$995,000
2019
$6,153 (+4.3%)
$448,355 + $56,042
$504,397
2018
$5,897 (+1.2%)
$439,564 + $54,944
$494,508
2017
$5,825 (+7.5%)
$422,497 + $52,811
$475,308
2016
$5,420 (+0.7%)
$422,497 + $52,811
$475,308
2015
$5,384 (+1.0%)
$414,213 + $51,776
$465,989
2014
$5,332 (−7.7%)
$400,000 + $50,000
$450,000
2013
$5,774 (+4.5%)
$400,000 + $50,000
$450,000
2012
$5,524 (+1.6%)
$341,901 + $143,956
$485,857
2011
$5,440 (+0.7%)
$335,198 + $141,134
$476,332
2010
$5,400 (−0.4%)
$328,626 + $138,367
$466,993
2009
$5,423 (+3.3%)
$326,170 + $137,333
$463,503
2008
$5,248
$326,945 + $137,660
$464,605
Tax history for 2781 Franklin Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,751 (+4.8%)
$797,144 + $359,779
$1,156,923
2024
$13,119 (+1.5%)
$781,514 + $352,725
$1,134,239
2023
$12,923 (+7.7%)
$766,191 + $345,809
$1,112,000
2022
$11,996 (+2.0%)
$751,168 + $339,029
$1,090,197
2021
$11,760 (+88.8%)
$736,440 + $278,460
$1,014,900
2020
$6,228 (+1.2%)
$722,000 + $273,000
$995,000
2019
$6,153 (+4.3%)
$448,355 + $56,042
$504,397
2018
$5,897 (+1.2%)
$439,564 + $54,944
$494,508
2017
$5,825 (+7.5%)
$422,497 + $52,811
$475,308
2016
$5,420 (+0.7%)
$422,497 + $52,811
$475,308
2015
$5,384 (+1.0%)
$414,213 + $51,776
$465,989
2014
$5,332 (−7.7%)
$400,000 + $50,000
$450,000
2013
$5,774 (+4.5%)
$400,000 + $50,000
$450,000
2012
$5,524 (+1.6%)
$341,901 + $143,956
$485,857
2011
$5,440 (+0.7%)
$335,198 + $141,134
$476,332
2010
$5,400 (−0.4%)
$328,626 + $138,367
$466,993
2009
$5,423 (+3.3%)
$326,170 + $137,333
$463,503
2008
$5,248
$326,945 + $137,660
$464,605
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.45 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,877
Year built
1967
Style
Vacant Land
County
Contra Costa County
APN
3621900053
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, RV/Boat Parking, Workshop in Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Tub
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Main Entry
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Tile, Engineered Wood, Bamboo
Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Breakfast Bar,Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Island,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 8
Fireplace Features: Pellet Stove
Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,877
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Terraced Down, Garden, Landscape Misc, Storage Area
Fencing: Partial Fence, Partial
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 1877
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1967
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 237402
Lot Size Area: 5.45
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5.45
Lot Features: Agricultural, Sloped Down, Level, Premium Lot, Secluded, Sloped Up, Dead End, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Storage Tank, Well
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane, Pellet Stove
Cooling: Central Air
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,877
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.45 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 3621900053
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Around this home
Schools
John Swett Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Martinez Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
Alhambra Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.51M – $1.83M
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