Rare opportunity to own a piece of Orinda history. Set on nearly half an acre of beautifully mature landscaping, this classic 1948 home has been lovingly held by the same family for over six decades and it's ready for its next chapter. With 2,261 sq ft of living space across 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the layout offers genuine bones, hardwood floors, and generous proportions. The kitchen is appointed with high-end appliances, and sweeping hill views frame the property beautifully. The expansive lot provides the privacy and outdoor space that simply don't exist in newer developments. The 2-car garage, established grounds, and coveted location within one of Orinda's most desirable neighborhoods round out a property with real staying power. Comprehensive inspection reports are available through disclosures and buyers are encouraged to review and come prepared. Priced to reflect the opportunity to update, repair and personalize, this is a chance to secure a property of rare character in a prime school district community, then make it entirely your own. No open houses will be held. Please park in the home's driveway or along the front of the property. Kindly do not use neighboring driveways or yards. Homes like this don't come to market often. When they do, they don't last.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$588Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Glen Riggs•DRE #02161397• EXP Realty of California, Inc
Contact: glen@glenriggs.com
Bought with Sarah Ridge•DRE #01990459• District Homes
Est. $6,244 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 274 Orchard Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41137076
Aug 27, 2026
Sold
$1,330,000
$588/sq ft
Jul 31, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 22, 2026
Price Changed
$1,300,000
$575/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Price Changed
$1,399,000
$619/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Listed
$1,529,000
$676/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,546 (+1.6%)
$59,976 + $192,929
$252,905
2024
$4,472 (+1.7%)
$58,800 + $189,147
$247,947
2023
$4,397 (+8.3%)
$57,648 + $185,439
$243,087
2022
$4,060 (+2.1%)
$56,518 + $181,803
$238,321
2021
$3,976 (+2.1%)
$55,410 + $178,239
$233,649
2020
$3,893 (+0.2%)
$54,324 + $174,745
$229,069
2019
$3,887 (+6.7%)
$53,767 + $172,954
$226,721
2018
$3,642 (+3.6%)
$52,713 + $169,563
$222,276
2017
$3,514 (+2.8%)
$50,667 + $162,980
$213,647
2016
$3,419 (+1.2%)
$50,667 + $162,980
$213,647
2015
$3,378 (+1.9%)
$49,674 + $159,785
$209,459
2014
$3,316 (+2.5%)
$47,970 + $154,303
$202,273
2013
$3,235 (+3.2%)
$47,970 + $154,303
$202,273
2012
$3,137 (+1.9%)
$47,754 + $153,606
$201,360
2011
$3,079 (+1.9%)
$46,818 + $150,595
$197,413
2010
$3,022 (−6.1%)
$45,900 + $147,643
$193,543
2009
$3,220 (+6.0%)
$45,557 + $146,540
$192,097
2008
$3,037
$45,666 + $146,889
$192,555
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1954
Sq. Ft.
2,261
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2703020012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building - residential plumbing
Work on a water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Jul 5, 2000 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Remove and replace the roof with class A materials.
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
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: Shower Over Tub, Skylight(s), Solid Surface, Tile, Tub, Marble, Window
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.