This ethereal palace w/ 5 beds 4 baths plus office nestled among an arboreal setting is a peaceful retreat for the discerning palate. The dramatic entryway leads guests to an impressive formal dining room which opens to a spectacular living room surrounded /w ceiling to floor windows & a see-thru fireplace. The ultra-gourmet kitchen is equipped /w high end appliances, Calacatta gold countertops & Skara brae quartz island waterfall plus huge pantry & it overlooks family room & backyard ideal for dining alfresco or just sipping a glass of Silver Oak Cabernet. The master suite has its own see-thru fireplace, sitting area, walk in closets & luxurious jetted tub & is complete /w balcony and view. Amongst many features this house offers wine cellar & tasting room(additional approx 334 sqft), 3 car garage, huge flat yard /w many possibilities such as a pool. Near downtown, shops, Peet's & Starbucks, commute corridor & BART. Friendly Orinda is known for its great award-winning schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$519Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Vlatka Bathgate•DRE #01390784• Coldwell Banker
Bought with Vlatka Bathgate•DRE #01390784• Coldwell Banker
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40926422
Nov 23, 2020
Sold
$2,300,000
$458/sq ft
Nov 1, 2020
Pending
—
Oct 22, 2020
Listed
$2,299,950
$458/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40508101
May 4, 2011
Sold
$1,447,500
$288/sq ft
Mar 18, 2011
Pending
—
Feb 7, 2011
Listed
$1,495,000
$298/sq ft
+4
Custom trad set among oaks & redwoods w/updated kitchen & baths; LR & DR; fam rm w/frplc open to kitchen; wine cellar & tasting rm for 1620 bottles of wine; mstr retreat w/frplc & sitting lounge; office/library; dual panes; lawn & play area; screened deck for outdoor dining.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #10215334
Mar 7, 1998
Sold
$765,000
$152/sq ft
Jan 22, 1997
Listing Removed
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Apr 19, 1996
Listed
$799,500
$159/sq ft
LIBRARY! GIGANTIC MASTER SUITE. OAK TREES GALORE QUIET YET CLOSE TO BART.
Public Records
Jan 22, 1997
Sold
$770,000
$153/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #26215334
Jan 22, 1997
Sold
$765,000
$152/sq ft
Nov 12, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Apr 19, 1996
Listed
$799,500
$159/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,489 (+1.6%)
$1,104,080 + $1,435,304
$2,539,384
2024
$30,014 (+1.7%)
$1,082,432 + $1,407,161
$2,489,593
2023
$29,513 (+2.2%)
$1,061,208 + $1,379,570
$2,440,778
2022
$28,868 (+2.0%)
$1,040,400 + $1,352,520
$2,392,920
2021
$28,291 (−33.5%)
$1,020,000 + $1,326,000
$2,346,000
2020
$42,539 (+100.0%)
$1,000,000 + $1,300,000
$2,300,000
2019
$21,268 (+8.5%)
$656,022 + $1,039,681
$1,695,703
2018
$19,595 (−10.5%)
$643,159 + $1,019,296
$1,662,455
2017
$21,894 (+2.1%)
$618,186 + $979,716
$1,597,902
2016
$21,445 (+0.6%)
$618,186 + $979,716
$1,597,902
2015
$21,327 (+1.5%)
$606,065 + $960,506
$1,566,571
2014
$21,022 (+2.0%)
$585,269 + $927,547
$1,512,816
2013
$20,615 (+2.6%)
$585,269 + $927,547
$1,512,816
2012
$20,091 (+32.4%)
$582,624 + $923,355
$1,505,979
2011
$15,170 (+1.1%)
$571,200 + $905,250
$1,476,450
2010
$15,001 (+0.4%)
$313,236 + $708,847
$1,022,083
2009
$14,945 (+2.8%)
$310,895 + $703,550
$1,014,445
2008
$14,532
$311,634 + $705,222
$1,016,856
Tax history for 37 Oak Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$30,489 (+1.6%)
$1,104,080 + $1,435,304
$2,539,384
2024
$30,014 (+1.7%)
$1,082,432 + $1,407,161
$2,489,593
2023
$29,513 (+2.2%)
$1,061,208 + $1,379,570
$2,440,778
2022
$28,868 (+2.0%)
$1,040,400 + $1,352,520
$2,392,920
2021
$28,291 (−33.5%)
$1,020,000 + $1,326,000
$2,346,000
2020
$42,539 (+100.0%)
$1,000,000 + $1,300,000
$2,300,000
2019
$21,268 (+8.5%)
$656,022 + $1,039,681
$1,695,703
2018
$19,595 (−10.5%)
$643,159 + $1,019,296
$1,662,455
2017
$21,894 (+2.1%)
$618,186 + $979,716
$1,597,902
2016
$21,445 (+0.6%)
$618,186 + $979,716
$1,597,902
2015
$21,327 (+1.5%)
$606,065 + $960,506
$1,566,571
2014
$21,022 (+2.0%)
$585,269 + $927,547
$1,512,816
2013
$20,615 (+2.6%)
$585,269 + $927,547
$1,512,816
2012
$20,091 (+32.4%)
$582,624 + $923,355
$1,505,979
2011
$15,170 (+1.1%)
$571,200 + $905,250
$1,476,450
2010
$15,001 (+0.4%)
$313,236 + $708,847
$1,022,083
2009
$14,945 (+2.8%)
$310,895 + $703,550
$1,014,445
2008
$14,532
$311,634 + $705,222
$1,016,856
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
29,795
Year renovated
2022
Sq. Ft.
5,022
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2730820384
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green
Last updated by owner on Nov 19, 2021.
May 15, 2023 • Final
Building - residential solar photovoltaic
Install a roof-mounted photovoltaic system and an energy storage system.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Jul 23, 2020 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Remodel the kitchen and guest bathroom. Work includes installing new cabinets and countertops, and replacing all plumbing fixtures and electrical components.
Bathroom
Electrical
Kitchen
Plumbing
Remodel
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: 3
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Side Yard Access, Guest, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tub with Jets, Updated Baths, Double Sinks
Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Counter - Solid Surface, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
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