Three bedroom home on a one acre lot in one of Orinda’s premier neighborhoods. Spacious main suite, with in-suite bathroom, including large shower featuring two heads, and walk-in closet with custom shelving. Bay windows and skylights invite natural light and views of exquisite landscaping. The kitchen, featuring Wolf and SubZero appliances, adjoins the dining area and opens to the back yard. The spacious living room offers beamed ceilings, ample bookshelves, and a large fireplace. The family room features lofted ceiling and skylights. Newly refinished hardwood floors and speaker system grace the premises throughout. Three sets of sliding doors allow access to back yard entertainment area, outdoor kitchen unit, concrete patio, large lawn, and covered hot tub. Mature foliage surrounds the yard. The lower portion of the property could accommodate possible ADU or guest house. Sleepy Hollow, a top-rated school is close by. This home offers the best of Orinda living.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$1,085Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ann Newton Cane•DRE #02084093• Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re
Bought with Melanie Snow•DRE #00878893• Coldwell Banker
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40948310
Jun 4, 2021
Sold
$2,595,000
$1,036/sq ft
May 14, 2021
Pending
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May 7, 2021
Listed
$2,195,000
$876/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40826398
Aug 10, 2018
Sold
$2,092,500
$835/sq ft
Jun 20, 2018
Pending
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Jun 15, 2018
Listed
$1,899,000
$758/sq ft
+30
Pictures available Sat 6/16. Classic American Rancher with Modern Day Appeal. Completely remodeled and reinvented, 16 Valley View Road, Orinda offers the easy living of the single story rancher with all the modern design conveniences. This spacious home includes three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, large office, formal living room, over-sized family room, open concept kitchen with bar seating and formal dining. Energy efficient and energy conscious, this home has solar (owned) and nest thermostat. On approximately an acre, 16 valley view is a private oasis with ample flat yard space, mature landscaping, large grassy areas and plenty of room to add a pool, sport court or detached guest house. Located just a stones throw from downtown Orinda, BART, and Hwy 24. Award winning Orinda schools. Open Saturday and Sunday from 1-4PM
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40701308
Jul 1, 2015
Sold
$1,620,000
$647/sq ft
Jun 10, 2015
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2015
Listed
$1,649,000
$658/sq ft
+14
Unbelievably enchanting sun-filled home on a magnificent one acre± view lot on one of the best street! Versatile floor plan with beautiful natural finishes throughout seamlessly integrates with the breathtaking outdoor environment to offer California Living at it's best!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40689806
May 15, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 27, 2015
Price Changed
*
Mar 9, 2015
Listed
*
Public Records
Aug 30, 1994
Sold
$559,000
$223/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,434 (−0.3%)
$1,800,000 + $600,000
$2,400,000
2024
$29,513 (−0.2%)
$1,850,000 + $550,000
$2,400,000
2023
$29,559 (−8.5%)
$1,849,712 + $550,288
$2,400,000
2022
$32,307 (+21.5%)
$2,000,000 + $400,000
$2,400,000
2021
$26,599 (+1.0%)
$2,040,000 + $606,900
$2,646,900
2020
$26,340 (+0.2%)
$1,236,680 + $919,781
$2,156,461
2019
$26,297 (+29.1%)
$1,224,000 + $910,350
$2,134,350
2018
$20,377 (+2.8%)
$1,200,000 + $892,500
$2,092,500
2017
$19,829 (+2.5%)
$1,309,976 + $367,621
$1,677,597
2016
$19,349 (+72.7%)
$1,309,976 + $367,621
$1,677,597
2015
$11,205 (+1.4%)
$1,284,291 + $360,413
$1,644,704
2014
$11,045 (+2.2%)
$519,996 + $351,696
$871,692
2013
$10,803 (+3.0%)
$519,996 + $351,696
$871,692
2012
$10,486 (+1.4%)
$517,646 + $350,107
$867,753
2011
$10,339 (+1.4%)
$507,497 + $343,243
$850,740
2010
$10,192 (+0.7%)
$497,547 + $336,513
$834,060
2009
$10,120 (+3.5%)
$493,829 + $333,998
$827,827
2008
$9,781
$495,003 + $334,792
$829,795
Tax history for 16 Valley View Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,434 (−0.3%)
$1,800,000 + $600,000
$2,400,000
2024
$29,513 (−0.2%)
$1,850,000 + $550,000
$2,400,000
2023
$29,559 (−8.5%)
$1,849,712 + $550,288
$2,400,000
2022
$32,307 (+21.5%)
$2,000,000 + $400,000
$2,400,000
2021
$26,599 (+1.0%)
$2,040,000 + $606,900
$2,646,900
2020
$26,340 (+0.2%)
$1,236,680 + $919,781
$2,156,461
2019
$26,297 (+29.1%)
$1,224,000 + $910,350
$2,134,350
2018
$20,377 (+2.8%)
$1,200,000 + $892,500
$2,092,500
2017
$19,829 (+2.5%)
$1,309,976 + $367,621
$1,677,597
2016
$19,349 (+72.7%)
$1,309,976 + $367,621
$1,677,597
2015
$11,205 (+1.4%)
$1,284,291 + $360,413
$1,644,704
2014
$11,045 (+2.2%)
$519,996 + $351,696
$871,692
2013
$10,803 (+3.0%)
$519,996 + $351,696
$871,692
2012
$10,486 (+1.4%)
$517,646 + $350,107
$867,753
2011
$10,339 (+1.4%)
$507,497 + $343,243
$850,740
2010
$10,192 (+0.7%)
$497,547 + $336,513
$834,060
2009
$10,120 (+3.5%)
$493,829 + $333,998
$827,827
2008
$9,781
$495,003 + $334,792
$829,795
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,344
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2611600012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
May 15, 2024 • Final
Building - residential plumbing
Remove and replace a tankless water heater with a new unit in the same location.
Plumbing
Water heater
Feb 22, 2017 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Install a Carrier Comfort series ductless split heat pump.
Heat pump
HVAC
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, Guest, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Skylight, Stall Shower, Updated Baths
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Family Room, Office, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen, Sound System
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, No Steps to Entry, Main Entry
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2021. This data may not match public records. Learn more.