Now offered at $1,999,999, well below Orinda’s average price per sq ft. This spacious 4BD/4BA Glorietta home blends comfort, functionality & outdoor living. Designed for both everyday ease & entertaining, it features a large bonus/game room with deck access. A standout is the unique treehouse-style retreat, ideal as an office, studio, or creative space, with a private deck & sweeping views. Recent updates include new carpet, fresh interior paint & updated vanities. The private primary suite offers separation from entertaining areas for added tranquility. Outdoors, enjoy a gated dog run, relaxing jacuzzi, lush fenced side yard & mature landscaping and pool table for instant fun. Located in the heart of Glorietta, just minutes from top-rated schools, scenic trails & Orinda’s charming downtown. A rare opportunity to own an upgraded home in one of Orinda’s most desirable neighborhoods—at a price that reflects exceptional value.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.66 acresLot Size
$746Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Khrista Jarvis•DRE #01213582• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Darlene Lizotte•DRE #02113211
Bought with Brittany Marino•DRE #02044492• Windermere Diablo Realty
Set in a fantastic neighborhood, this home offers a wonderful canvas for those looking to imprint their personal style. Featuring some updates but retaining mostly original features, it holds great potential. The backyard includes a flat area ideal...
for gardening or play. This property is a must-see for its ample space and possibilities.
10 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
This home is nestled in a tranquil, tree-lined setting just minutes from downtown and top-rated schools. Serene views are experienced in nearly every room. The expansive deck and outdoor spaces offer ideal opportunities for entertaining.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
The home has hardwood floors and there’s also wood beam ceilings and skylights. The kitchen has stone countertops, gas range and an island.
1 year ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Terry Kreuz
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 231 Orchard Rd
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41106793
Dec 16, 2025
Sold
$1,900,000
$588/sq ft
Nov 26, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 1, 2025
Listed
$1,999,999
$619/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41089742
Aug 1, 2025
Listing Removed
—
May 17, 2025
Price Changed
*
Mar 17, 2025
Listed
*
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41081809
Mar 17, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Feb 27, 2025
Price Changed
*
Feb 4, 2025
Price Changed
*
Jan 9, 2025
Listed
*
MLSListings #ML89855115
Aug 1, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Mar 8, 2000
Sold
$185,000
$57/sq ft
Dec 4, 1998
Listed
$185,000
$57/sq ft
Public Records
May 30, 1986
Sold
$210,000
$65/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,350 (+220.0%)
$1,300,000 + $600,000
$1,900,000
2024
$7,922 (+1.7%)
$1,224,000 + $816,000
$2,040,000
2023
$7,790 (+1.0%)
$247,933 + $288,338
$536,271
2022
$7,713 (+3.1%)
$243,072 + $282,685
$525,757
2021
$7,482 (+1.5%)
$238,306 + $277,143
$515,449
2020
$7,374 (+0.2%)
$233,634 + $271,709
$505,343
2019
$7,362 (+7.4%)
$231,239 + $268,923
$500,162
2018
$6,852 (+3.0%)
$226,705 + $263,650
$490,355
2017
$6,651 (+2.5%)
$217,902 + $253,413
$471,315
2016
$6,488 (+0.8%)
$217,902 + $253,413
$471,315
2015
$6,439 (+1.5%)
$213,630 + $248,445
$462,075
2014
$6,341 (+2.3%)
$206,301 + $239,921
$446,222
2013
$6,201 (+3.0%)
$206,301 + $239,921
$446,222
2012
$6,023 (+1.5%)
$205,369 + $238,837
$444,206
2011
$5,933 (+1.5%)
$201,343 + $234,154
$435,497
2010
$5,843 (+1.6%)
$197,396 + $229,563
$426,959
2009
$5,751 (+4.3%)
$195,921 + $227,848
$423,769
2008
$5,512
$196,387 + $228,390
$424,777
Tax history for 231 Orchard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,350 (+220.0%)
$1,300,000 + $600,000
$1,900,000
2024
$7,922 (+1.7%)
$1,224,000 + $816,000
$2,040,000
2023
$7,790 (+1.0%)
$247,933 + $288,338
$536,271
2022
$7,713 (+3.1%)
$243,072 + $282,685
$525,757
2021
$7,482 (+1.5%)
$238,306 + $277,143
$515,449
2020
$7,374 (+0.2%)
$233,634 + $271,709
$505,343
2019
$7,362 (+7.4%)
$231,239 + $268,923
$500,162
2018
$6,852 (+3.0%)
$226,705 + $263,650
$490,355
2017
$6,651 (+2.5%)
$217,902 + $253,413
$471,315
2016
$6,488 (+0.8%)
$217,902 + $253,413
$471,315
2015
$6,439 (+1.5%)
$213,630 + $248,445
$462,075
2014
$6,341 (+2.3%)
$206,301 + $239,921
$446,222
2013
$6,201 (+3.0%)
$206,301 + $239,921
$446,222
2012
$6,023 (+1.5%)
$205,369 + $238,837
$444,206
2011
$5,933 (+1.5%)
$201,343 + $234,154
$435,497
2010
$5,843 (+1.6%)
$197,396 + $229,563
$426,959
2009
$5,751 (+4.3%)
$195,921 + $227,848
$423,769
2008
$5,512
$196,387 + $228,390
$424,777
*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
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.66 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
3,231
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2704100011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Oct 21, 2020 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Tear off the existing roof and replace it with a new flat roof system.
Roofing
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building/residential/ad/single family addition
Construct an addition for a family room and a garage.
Addition
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
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Parking Lot, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Oven, Range, Trash Compactor, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Upper Level Features: Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Loft
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.