Wonderful property on coveted tree lined Martha Road, with Glorietta School at one end and large court at the other. Terrific light & bright single story level-in home. 4BR/2BA, spacious living room, separate dining, and a kitchen/family room combination. Hardwood floors throughout most of home. Kitchen has large island with granite counter, lots of counter space and cabinets plus large skylight. Master suite has three walk-in closets, bath with two vanities, large shower and dressing area (or home office space). Separate laundry/mud room with sink and cabinets. The family and living rooms open onto a large private yard with level lawn, patio, deck and rose garden. Lovingly maintained and expanded/upgraded. A/C was recently installed and house has owned solar panels for improved energy efficiency. Peaceful retreat minutes from downtown Orinda, Lafayette, Bart/Freeway & 12 years of top rated Orinda schools. Close to Glorietta School and Meadow Swim & Tennis!
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
0.63 acresLot Size
$926Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Soraya Golesorkhi•DRE #01771736• Coldwell Banker
Listed by Nancy Booth•DRE #01341390• Coldwell Banker
Bought with Deidre Joyner•DRE #01451749• Red Oak Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40941789
Apr 19, 2021
Sold
$1,945,000
$851/sq ft
Mar 25, 2021
Pending
—
Mar 18, 2021
Listed
$1,685,000
$737/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 6, 1977
Sold
$115,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,078 (+1.6%)
$1,435,304 + $712,131
$2,147,435
2024
$25,672 (+1.7%)
$1,407,161 + $698,168
$2,105,329
2023
$25,244 (+2.4%)
$1,379,570 + $684,479
$2,064,049
2022
$24,652 (+450.0%)
$1,352,520 + $671,058
$2,023,578
2021
$4,482 (+2.0%)
$1,326,000 + $657,900
$1,983,900
2020
$4,395 (+0.2%)
$107,722 + $165,074
$272,796
2019
$4,388 (+7.0%)
$106,618 + $163,382
$270,000
2018
$4,101 (+3.5%)
$104,528 + $160,179
$264,707
2017
$3,961 (−4.7%)
$100,470 + $153,960
$254,430
2016
$4,156 (+1.0%)
$100,470 + $153,960
$254,430
2015
$4,115 (+1.7%)
$98,500 + $150,942
$249,442
2014
$4,047 (+2.3%)
$95,121 + $145,763
$240,884
2013
$3,957 (+2.9%)
$95,121 + $145,763
$240,884
2012
$3,845 (+1.7%)
$94,692 + $145,105
$239,797
2011
$3,783 (+1.7%)
$92,836 + $142,260
$235,096
2010
$3,721 (+2.8%)
$91,016 + $139,471
$230,487
2009
$3,619 (+5.6%)
$90,336 + $138,429
$228,765
2008
$3,428
$90,551 + $138,758
$229,309
Tax history for 23 Martha Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,078 (+1.6%)
$1,435,304 + $712,131
$2,147,435
2024
$25,672 (+1.7%)
$1,407,161 + $698,168
$2,105,329
2023
$25,244 (+2.4%)
$1,379,570 + $684,479
$2,064,049
2022
$24,652 (+450.0%)
$1,352,520 + $671,058
$2,023,578
2021
$4,482 (+2.0%)
$1,326,000 + $657,900
$1,983,900
2020
$4,395 (+0.2%)
$107,722 + $165,074
$272,796
2019
$4,388 (+7.0%)
$106,618 + $163,382
$270,000
2018
$4,101 (+3.5%)
$104,528 + $160,179
$264,707
2017
$3,961 (−4.7%)
$100,470 + $153,960
$254,430
2016
$4,156 (+1.0%)
$100,470 + $153,960
$254,430
2015
$4,115 (+1.7%)
$98,500 + $150,942
$249,442
2014
$4,047 (+2.3%)
$95,121 + $145,763
$240,884
2013
$3,957 (+2.9%)
$95,121 + $145,763
$240,884
2012
$3,845 (+1.7%)
$94,692 + $145,105
$239,797
2011
$3,783 (+1.7%)
$92,836 + $142,260
$235,096
2010
$3,721 (+2.8%)
$91,016 + $139,471
$230,487
2009
$3,619 (+5.6%)
$90,336 + $138,429
$228,765
2008
$3,428
$90,551 + $138,758
$229,309
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
27,336
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
2,285
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2692020163
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Green
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Apr 1, 2025 • Active
Building/residential/al/alteration
Perform interior remodeling on a primary bathroom, primary closet, powder room, and laundry room.
Bathroom
Remodel
Jun 30, 2022 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Perform seismic strengthening for an earthquake brace and bolt project.
Remodel
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, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Island,Refrigerator
Rooms Total: 10
Fireplace Features: Decorative
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Composition Shingles, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2,285
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 2285
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1963
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 27336
Lot Size Area: 0.63
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.63
Lot Features: Premium Lot
Utilities
Green Features Information
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,285
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2692020163
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Green
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glorietta Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
10/10
Orinda Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
Miramonte High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 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
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.5 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$2.01M – $2.43M
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