Discover the perfect blend of serenity and convenience at 246 Orchard Road, Orinda CA. This picturesque property boasts a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled amidst a lush wooded setting with a tranquil creek view. A modern kitchen adorned with shaker cabinets, white quartz counters, and high-end stainless steel appliances awaits culinary enthusiasts. Enjoy the best of both worlds, as this residence offers the seclusion of a large lot while remaining close to town and BART for easy commuting and access to amenities. Embrace the essence of elegant living and make this private sanctuary yours today.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$940Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jane Smith•DRE #01476506• Dudum Real Estate Group
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41035842
Oct 3, 2023
Price Changed
$1,335,000
$933/sq ft
Sep 29, 2023
Sold
$1,335,000
$933/sq ft
Sep 27, 2023
Pending
—
Sep 8, 2023
Pending
—
Sep 4, 2023
Contingent
—
Aug 25, 2023
Price Changed
$1,350,000
$943/sq ft
Aug 17, 2023
Listed
$1,450,000
$1,013/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40136593
Mar 3, 2006
Sold
$929,000
$649/sq ft
Feb 1, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jan 19, 2006
Listed
$929,000
$649/sq ft
+1
Beautifully remodeled traditional ranch. Gourmet kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances. Dual paned windows, crownmoldings, updated bathrooms, hardwood floors thruout. Professionally landscaped grounds with expansive level lawn, decks.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40010642
May 30, 2004
Sold
$805,000
$563/sq ft
May 3, 2004
Listing Removed
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Apr 26, 2004
Listed
$779,000
$544/sq ft
+2
Remodeled and ready for you to move into. New gourmet kitchen w/granite counters & stainless steel appliances, dual paned windows, new doors, light fixtures & crown molding, laundry rm & landscaped yd with huge lawn & grass areas, hardwood floors throughout.
Public Records
Oct 9, 2003
Sold
$570,000
$398/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11196541
Aug 5, 2003
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jan 3, 1992
Sold
$294,000
$205/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,491 (+1.6%)
$1,040,400 + $348,534
$1,388,934
2024
$17,218 (+12.0%)
$1,020,000 + $341,700
$1,361,700
2023
$15,378 (−0.8%)
$1,000,000 + $335,000
$1,335,000
2022
$15,496 (+2.0%)
$999,909 + $225,486
$1,225,395
2021
$15,186 (+1.1%)
$980,303 + $221,065
$1,201,368
2020
$15,016 (+0.2%)
$961,082 + $216,731
$1,177,813
2019
$14,991 (+8.3%)
$951,228 + $214,509
$1,165,737
2018
$13,837 (+2.8%)
$932,577 + $210,303
$1,142,880
2017
$13,455 (+2.5%)
$896,365 + $202,138
$1,098,503
2016
$13,127 (+9.7%)
$896,365 + $202,138
$1,098,503
2015
$11,969 (+7.3%)
$878,790 + $198,175
$1,076,965
2014
$11,153 (+25.7%)
$722,149 + $162,851
$885,000
2013
$8,874 (+7.2%)
$722,149 + $162,851
$885,000
2012
$8,281 (−0.2%)
$566,702 + $127,798
$694,500
2011
$8,300 (−9.0%)
$530,391 + $119,609
$650,000
2010
$9,123 (−8.5%)
$530,391 + $119,609
$650,000
2009
$9,968 (+1.7%)
$597,710 + $134,790
$732,500
2008
$9,806
$668,700 + $150,800
$819,500
Tax history for 246 Orchard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,491 (+1.6%)
$1,040,400 + $348,534
$1,388,934
2024
$17,218 (+12.0%)
$1,020,000 + $341,700
$1,361,700
2023
$15,378 (−0.8%)
$1,000,000 + $335,000
$1,335,000
2022
$15,496 (+2.0%)
$999,909 + $225,486
$1,225,395
2021
$15,186 (+1.1%)
$980,303 + $221,065
$1,201,368
2020
$15,016 (+0.2%)
$961,082 + $216,731
$1,177,813
2019
$14,991 (+8.3%)
$951,228 + $214,509
$1,165,737
2018
$13,837 (+2.8%)
$932,577 + $210,303
$1,142,880
2017
$13,455 (+2.5%)
$896,365 + $202,138
$1,098,503
2016
$13,127 (+9.7%)
$896,365 + $202,138
$1,098,503
2015
$11,969 (+7.3%)
$878,790 + $198,175
$1,076,965
2014
$11,153 (+25.7%)
$722,149 + $162,851
$885,000
2013
$8,874 (+7.2%)
$722,149 + $162,851
$885,000
2012
$8,281 (−0.2%)
$566,702 + $127,798
$694,500
2011
$8,300 (−9.0%)
$530,391 + $119,609
$650,000
2010
$9,123 (−8.5%)
$530,391 + $119,609
$650,000
2009
$9,968 (+1.7%)
$597,710 + $134,790
$732,500
2008
$9,806
$668,700 + $150,800
$819,500
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,431
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2700100338
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Oct 1, 2025 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Replace the air conditioning condenser, coil, and furnace. A HERS report may be required at the final inspection.
HVAC
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Install new heavy wood shakes on a residential building.
Roofing
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: No Additional Rooms, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, 2 Baths, Main Entry
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.