Bright, single-level mid-century gem in coveted Orinda neighborhood, with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2,448 +/- sq ft on a .50 ac lot. Plus a bonus 4.67 ac vacant lot sold with the property. Soaring ceilings, walls of glass, spacious living areas that open to a private, flat backyard. Beyond the home is an adjacent 4.67-acre lot included with the sale. Dream floor plan with an airy entry with 4th bedroom or private office, open concept kitchen with a breakfast bar, dining area and large living room with fireplace and an adjacent entertainment room with built-in bookcase. The bedroom wing has three bedrooms, including the primary ensuite with access to the yard, two baths, spa and a laundry room. Many recent upgrades include interior and exterior paint, refinished hardwood floors, new carpet, landscaping, remodeled driveway and steps, new light fixtures, and a whole house generator. Attached carport with newly added garage door. There is so much to love about this cheerful home including its proximity to transportation and top-rated schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$836Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Melanie Snow•DRE #00878893• Coldwell Banker
Really beautiful home with a nice layout. Tons of
Potential to upgrade and make your own. There is a vacant lot included with this sale behind this lot with tons of potential and possibilities.
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41017303
Mar 15, 2023
Price Changed
$1,770,000
$723/sq ft
Mar 14, 2023
Sold
$1,770,000
$723/sq ft
Feb 12, 2023
Pending
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Feb 12, 2023
Price Changed
$1,795,000
$733/sq ft
Jan 19, 2023
Listed
$1,795,000
$733/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40066080
May 15, 2020
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40754405
Oct 25, 2016
Sold
$1,218,000
$498/sq ft
Oct 7, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 23, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 21, 2016
Price Changed
$1,225,000
$500/sq ft
Aug 22, 2016
Listed
$1,275,000
$521/sq ft
+19
Spacious mid century rancher w/vaulted wd beam ceilings & hrdwood floors. Add'l rooms include family w/built ins & dining area. A level yard offers rm for pets or play. Newly installed retaining walls, walkway & driveway allow easy access & extra parking. Attach'd carport w/storage & inter access.
Public Records
Jul 12, 2005
Sold
$1,050,000
$429/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 1978
Sold
$124,500
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,823 (+1.6%)
$1,236,307 + $440,401
$1,676,708
2024
$20,499 (+16.3%)
$1,212,066 + $431,766
$1,643,832
2023
$17,622 (+2.9%)
$1,188,300 + $423,300
$1,611,600
2022
$17,125 (+2.0%)
$1,047,469 + $311,227
$1,358,696
2021
$16,785 (+1.1%)
$1,026,931 + $305,125
$1,332,056
2020
$16,603 (+0.2%)
$1,006,796 + $299,143
$1,305,939
2019
$16,577 (+8.4%)
$996,473 + $296,076
$1,292,549
2018
$15,294 (+2.8%)
$976,935 + $290,271
$1,267,206
2017
$14,878 (+1.1%)
$939,000 + $279,000
$1,218,000
2016
$14,715 (+9.7%)
$939,000 + $279,000
$1,218,000
2015
$13,418 (+2.4%)
$678,789 + $533,334
$1,212,123
2014
$13,101 (+18.3%)
$588,001 + $461,999
$1,050,000
2013
$11,077 (+8.3%)
$588,001 + $461,999
$1,050,000
2012
$10,230 (−0.3%)
$496,161 + $389,839
$886,000
2011
$10,262 (−11.8%)
$459,200 + $360,800
$820,000
2010
$11,641 (−8.4%)
$459,200 + $360,800
$820,000
2009
$12,714 (−1.2%)
$534,800 + $420,200
$955,000
2008
$12,866
$595,001 + $467,499
$1,062,500
Tax history for 245 Orchard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,823 (+1.6%)
$1,236,307 + $440,401
$1,676,708
2024
$20,499 (+16.3%)
$1,212,066 + $431,766
$1,643,832
2023
$17,622 (+2.9%)
$1,188,300 + $423,300
$1,611,600
2022
$17,125 (+2.0%)
$1,047,469 + $311,227
$1,358,696
2021
$16,785 (+1.1%)
$1,026,931 + $305,125
$1,332,056
2020
$16,603 (+0.2%)
$1,006,796 + $299,143
$1,305,939
2019
$16,577 (+8.4%)
$996,473 + $296,076
$1,292,549
2018
$15,294 (+2.8%)
$976,935 + $290,271
$1,267,206
2017
$14,878 (+1.1%)
$939,000 + $279,000
$1,218,000
2016
$14,715 (+9.7%)
$939,000 + $279,000
$1,218,000
2015
$13,418 (+2.4%)
$678,789 + $533,334
$1,212,123
2014
$13,101 (+18.3%)
$588,001 + $461,999
$1,050,000
2013
$11,077 (+8.3%)
$588,001 + $461,999
$1,050,000
2012
$10,230 (−0.3%)
$496,161 + $389,839
$886,000
2011
$10,262 (−11.8%)
$459,200 + $360,800
$820,000
2010
$11,641 (−8.4%)
$459,200 + $360,800
$820,000
2009
$12,714 (−1.2%)
$534,800 + $420,200
$955,000
2008
$12,866
$595,001 + $467,499
$1,062,500
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
2,383
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2703010138
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jul 6, 2023 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Remove the existing composition shingles and install new composition shingles on a residential building. A cool roof or cool roof exception is required.
Roofing
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building/grading/g/grading supervised
Work on a slide.
Grading
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
Has Carport
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport - 2 Or More, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Tub with Jets, Stone, Window
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2023. This data may not match public records. Learn more.