Charming, updated & expanded rancher in the heart of Orinda. Perfectly located, conveniently close to town, 5 mins to BART/FWY & moments away from all 12 years of top rated Orinda schools yet on a quiet street. A flagstone path takes you to the front door, where you enter into formal living room, with wood burning fireplace & gorgeous original hardwood flooring. Large windows facing the yard make the room light & bright. The living room flows into the kitchen, updated with granite countertops, designer cabinetry & stainless steel appliances. The kitchen is open to the dining & family rooms & perfect for entertaining. Master bedroom suite, additional bed & office on the main entry level, with 2 beds & bonus family/possible 5th bed & bath upstairs. Incredible outdoor spaces include large level lawn, patio perfect for al fresco dining, sport court with in-ground regulation bball hoop & roof top deck. This fabulous & flexible floor plan & yard makes this a wonderful place to call home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.71 acresLot Size
$666Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Amy Smith•DRE #01855959• Village Associates Real Estate
Bought with Patrice Sandstrom•DRE #01732310• Keller Williams Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40881445
Nov 26, 2019
Sold
$1,570,000
$504/sq ft
Nov 6, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 11, 2019
Price Changed
$1,645,000
$528/sq ft
Sep 9, 2019
Listed
$1,695,000
$544/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40050149
Dec 10, 2004
Sold
$1,010,000
$324/sq ft
Nov 11, 2004
Listing Removed
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Nov 6, 2004
Listed
$998,000
$320/sq ft
+4
Fabulous 4BR/2BA in a prime location.Wait until you see this property.Lawn, 2decks and a huge play area.Gorgeous new gourmet kitchen.CAT5 wiring throughout. Many upgrades including new roof,front door,remodeled bathroom,refinished oak floors, fresh paint and additional a/c.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40048153
Nov 6, 2004
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40044204
Oct 25, 2004
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11096453
Jul 26, 2001
Sold
$730,000
$234/sq ft
Jun 20, 2001
Listing Removed
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May 31, 2001
Listed
$749,000
$240/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11043546
Apr 7, 2000
Sold
$595,000
$191/sq ft
Mar 5, 2000
Listing Removed
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Feb 28, 2000
Listed
$595,000
$191/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 7, 1978
Sold
$131,500
$42/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 1, 1977
Sold
$80,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,788 (+1.6%)
$1,003,965 + $758,219
$1,762,184
2024
$21,450 (+1.7%)
$984,280 + $743,352
$1,727,632
2023
$21,094 (+2.6%)
$964,981 + $728,777
$1,693,758
2022
$20,553 (+2.6%)
$946,060 + $714,488
$1,660,548
2021
$20,031 (+1.0%)
$927,510 + $700,479
$1,627,989
2020
$19,823 (+3.3%)
$909,324 + $676,941
$1,586,265
2019
$19,185 (+8.5%)
$900,000 + $670,000
$1,570,000
2018
$17,683 (+2.8%)
$717,495 + $777,271
$1,494,766
2017
$17,204 (+2.5%)
$689,635 + $747,090
$1,436,725
2016
$16,788 (+0.5%)
$689,635 + $747,090
$1,436,725
2015
$16,706 (+20.2%)
$676,113 + $732,442
$1,408,555
2014
$13,899 (+38.6%)
$649,000 + $479,000
$1,128,000
2013
$10,025 (+9.3%)
$649,000 + $479,000
$1,128,000
2012
$9,172 (−3.8%)
$452,822 + $343,678
$796,500
2011
$9,534 (−8.9%)
$414,447 + $314,553
$729,000
2010
$10,469 (+0.9%)
$432,071 + $327,929
$760,000
2009
$10,376 (−5.8%)
$485,227 + $368,273
$853,500
2008
$11,016
$485,227 + $368,273
$853,500
Tax history for 271 Orchard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,788 (+1.6%)
$1,003,965 + $758,219
$1,762,184
2024
$21,450 (+1.7%)
$984,280 + $743,352
$1,727,632
2023
$21,094 (+2.6%)
$964,981 + $728,777
$1,693,758
2022
$20,553 (+2.6%)
$946,060 + $714,488
$1,660,548
2021
$20,031 (+1.0%)
$927,510 + $700,479
$1,627,989
2020
$19,823 (+3.3%)
$909,324 + $676,941
$1,586,265
2019
$19,185 (+8.5%)
$900,000 + $670,000
$1,570,000
2018
$17,683 (+2.8%)
$717,495 + $777,271
$1,494,766
2017
$17,204 (+2.5%)
$689,635 + $747,090
$1,436,725
2016
$16,788 (+0.5%)
$689,635 + $747,090
$1,436,725
2015
$16,706 (+20.2%)
$676,113 + $732,442
$1,408,555
2014
$13,899 (+38.6%)
$649,000 + $479,000
$1,128,000
2013
$10,025 (+9.3%)
$649,000 + $479,000
$1,128,000
2012
$9,172 (−3.8%)
$452,822 + $343,678
$796,500
2011
$9,534 (−8.9%)
$414,447 + $314,553
$729,000
2010
$10,469 (+0.9%)
$432,071 + $327,929
$760,000
2009
$10,376 (−5.8%)
$485,227 + $368,273
$853,500
2008
$11,016
$485,227 + $368,273
$853,500
*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
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
30,928
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
3,118
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2703010179
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green
Last updated by owner on Apr 9, 2023.
Apr 9, 2025 • Active
Building/residential/al/alteration
Remodel an upstairs bedroom and bathroom with a new layout including window and door changes. A window at the back bedroom was removed from the scope due to structural requirements.
Bathroom
Remodel
Mar 8, 2023 • Final
Building - residential solar photovoltaic
Install a rooftop solar photovoltaic system on a residential building. The project includes solar modules, Tesla Powerwalls, and a backup electrical panel. Work includes layout and equipment location modifications.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
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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
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Storage, Utility Room, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen, Solar Tube(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Hookups Only
Upper Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2019. This data may not show owner updates. Learn more.