Mid Century Fairytale Charmer. This 3 beds, 1 oversized bath, approx 1,181 sqft of living space on 7,125 sqft corner lot, romantic hideaway, all one level boasts an open floor plan and arboreal setting. The large gourmet kitchen with luxurious isle has an attached eating area and breakfast bar. The chef is never left out of the action because the kitchen opens to both the dining room and family room with its inviting fireplace. The dining room opens to a private patio ideal for dining alfresco or relaxing on a summer night sipping Veuve Cliquout Rosé. The location is highly desirable, close to downtown, Peets, Starbucks, freeway and BART and the Oak Springs pool which is known for its neighborhood gatherings, a great place to meet locals. Award winning Orinda schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
7,125 sq ftLot Size
$900Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Vlatka Bathgate•DRE #01390784• Coldwell Banker
Nice location walking distance to orinda village right off the 24 close to restaurants shopping and bart. This home seems to be in nice condition appears to be maintained well.
15 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40853508
Mar 15, 2019
Sold
$808,000
$684/sq ft
Feb 23, 2019
Pending
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Feb 15, 2019
Listed
$699,000
$592/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40599102
Dec 30, 2012
Sold
$520,000
$440/sq ft
Dec 30, 2012
Listed
$520,000
$440/sq ft
For comps only
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40530866
Oct 31, 2011
Listing Removed
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Aug 29, 2011
Price Changed
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Jul 29, 2011
Price Changed
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Jul 14, 2011
Price Changed
*
Jun 24, 2011
Listed
*
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40029978
Aug 31, 2004
Sold
$593,500
$503/sq ft
Jul 26, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jul 23, 2004
Listed
$599,000
$507/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40024116
Jul 23, 2004
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Apr 11, 1997
Sold
$239,000
$202/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #10228472
Apr 14, 1997
Listing Removed
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Feb 27, 1997
Sold
$239,000
$202/sq ft
Nov 16, 1996
Listed
$239,900
$203/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #26228472
Apr 14, 1997
Sold
$239,000
$202/sq ft
Feb 27, 1997
Listing Removed
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Nov 16, 1996
Listed
$239,900
$203/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 1990
Sold
$230,000
$195/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 2, 1980
Sold
$124,500
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,243 (+1.6%)
$805,579 + $113,781
$919,360
2024
$12,053 (+1.7%)
$789,784 + $111,550
$901,334
2023
$11,853 (+3.7%)
$774,299 + $109,363
$883,662
2022
$11,426 (+2.0%)
$759,117 + $107,219
$866,336
2021
$11,198 (+1.3%)
$744,233 + $105,117
$849,350
2020
$11,060 (+32.2%)
$729,641 + $103,056
$832,697
2019
$8,369 (+7.7%)
$722,160 + $102,000
$824,160
2018
$7,771 (+3.0%)
$509,671 + $64,354
$574,025
2017
$7,545 (+2.5%)
$489,881 + $61,856
$551,737
2016
$7,361 (+0.7%)
$489,881 + $61,856
$551,737
2015
$7,311 (+1.5%)
$480,276 + $60,644
$540,920
2014
$7,202 (+2.3%)
$463,796 + $58,564
$522,360
2013
$7,043 (+5.8%)
$463,796 + $58,564
$522,360
2012
$6,658 (+8.8%)
$461,700 + $58,300
$520,000
2011
$6,122 (−16.2%)
$419,155 + $165,345
$584,500
2010
$7,308 (−6.5%)
$322,703 + $127,297
$450,000
2009
$7,814 (+2.0%)
$445,330 + $175,670
$621,000
2008
$7,658
$445,330 + $175,670
$621,000
Tax history for 12 Spring Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,243 (+1.6%)
$805,579 + $113,781
$919,360
2024
$12,053 (+1.7%)
$789,784 + $111,550
$901,334
2023
$11,853 (+3.7%)
$774,299 + $109,363
$883,662
2022
$11,426 (+2.0%)
$759,117 + $107,219
$866,336
2021
$11,198 (+1.3%)
$744,233 + $105,117
$849,350
2020
$11,060 (+32.2%)
$729,641 + $103,056
$832,697
2019
$8,369 (+7.7%)
$722,160 + $102,000
$824,160
2018
$7,771 (+3.0%)
$509,671 + $64,354
$574,025
2017
$7,545 (+2.5%)
$489,881 + $61,856
$551,737
2016
$7,361 (+0.7%)
$489,881 + $61,856
$551,737
2015
$7,311 (+1.5%)
$480,276 + $60,644
$540,920
2014
$7,202 (+2.3%)
$463,796 + $58,564
$522,360
2013
$7,043 (+5.8%)
$463,796 + $58,564
$522,360
2012
$6,658 (+8.8%)
$461,700 + $58,300
$520,000
2011
$6,122 (−16.2%)
$419,155 + $165,345
$584,500
2010
$7,308 (−6.5%)
$322,703 + $127,297
$450,000
2009
$7,814 (+2.0%)
$445,330 + $175,670
$621,000
2008
$7,658
$445,330 + $175,670
$621,000
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,125 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
1,181
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2730610017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Dec 11, 2012 • Final
Building - residential plumbing
Replace the water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Remove and replace the roof with class A composition shingles.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Updated Baths
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2019. This data may not match public records. Learn more.