Rare Orinda contractor's special in the beautiful wooded North Orinda neighborhood, this Mid-Century 4BD/2BA home is the perfect opportunity to create the home of your dreams. Gorgeous hillside views are the backdrop to your lifestyle here, and the lovely oak woodlands provide privacy on the generously sized lot. The 1438 SQFT home lives large with a spacious, level front patio and a deep backyard with expansion potential. Sunlight streams throughout the home's many windows, two skylights, and glass doors onto the patio and deck offer wonderful indoor/outdoor living. The main living area is an open floorplan, boasting a large kitchen and a living and dining area with a cozy fireplace. Step out onto the deck to admire the view, listen to the birds, and relax in the sun. Three bedrooms share a full bath, and a fourth bedroom is flexible as a den, office, or play space. A large basement offers storage and more opportunities for reconfiguration. A two-car carport and big driveway provides plenty of off-street parking. Orinda's excellent K-12 public schools include Wagner Ranch Elementary just down the road. Enjoy all of downtown Orinda's many amenities including BART, shopping, dining, the movies, gyms, etc.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
8,540 sq ftLot Size
$553Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by David Gunderman•DRE #01313613• KW Advisors East Bay
Listed by Christine Wright•DRE #01896147• KW Advisors East Bay
Bought with Mario Feusier, Iii•DRE #01271169• Dudum Real Estate Group
Est. $5,422 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 21 Monte Vista Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41141703
Aug 18, 2026
Sold
$795,000
$553/sq ft
Jul 28, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 15, 2026
Listed
$695,000
$483/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1988
Sold
$229,000
$159/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,279 (+1.7%)
$258,384 + $179,905
$438,289
2024
$6,172 (+1.8%)
$253,318 + $176,378
$429,696
2023
$6,063 (+1.1%)
$248,351 + $172,920
$421,271
2022
$5,996 (+2.1%)
$243,482 + $169,530
$413,012
2021
$5,871 (+1.7%)
$238,708 + $166,206
$404,914
2020
$5,773 (+0.2%)
$234,028 + $162,948
$396,976
2019
$5,764 (+7.6%)
$231,629 + $161,278
$392,907
2018
$5,358 (+3.3%)
$227,088 + $158,116
$385,204
2017
$5,185 (+2.7%)
$218,271 + $151,977
$370,248
2016
$5,048 (+0.9%)
$218,271 + $151,977
$370,248
2015
$5,003 (+1.7%)
$213,992 + $148,998
$362,990
2014
$4,919 (+2.4%)
$206,650 + $143,886
$350,536
2013
$4,802 (+15.8%)
$206,650 + $143,886
$350,536
2012
$4,146 (+1.9%)
$205,717 + $143,236
$348,953
2011
$4,069 (−9.6%)
$201,684 + $140,428
$342,112
2010
$4,501 (−4.4%)
$197,730 + $137,675
$335,405
2009
$4,706 (+4.8%)
$196,253 + $136,647
$332,900
2008
$4,489
$196,720 + $136,972
$333,692
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,540 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1948
Sq. Ft.
1,420
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2640100109
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 2026.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport, Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Family Room
Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Street Level Features: 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Main Entry
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Electric Range/Cooktop,Kitchen Island,Refrigerator,Skylight(s)
Rooms Total: 8
Room Type: Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen
Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood Burning
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,438
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Back Yard
Property Information
Living Area: 1438
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1948
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 8540
Lot Size Area: 0.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Location
School Information
High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,420
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,540 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2640100109
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Wagner Ranch Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Orinda Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
10/10
Miramonte High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 88° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Orinda, CA • 94563
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Sun exposure
74/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$735,000 – $889,000
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.