BREATHTAKING MODERN DOWNTOWN RETREAT. This sleek contemporary home has an impressive great room with epic vaulted ceilings that combines a gourmet kitchen with dining area and living room creating a friendly flow that brings all the aspects of living together. The private patio that adjoins the living room is an oasis of calm ideal for dining alfresco or peaceful relaxation in floral surroundings. The primary suite is spacious and opens to a patio with a view, ideal for morning coffee. The separate family room /media room plus office with its own bathroom offers many possibilities for entertaining and work from home. This vista bestowed home is a stone's throw from Oak Springs pool, and downtown Orinda with its restaurants, theatre, and shops. Easy access to BART and commute corridors and Orinda's awesome schools. OPEN HOUSE Sat & Sun 1-4 pm
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
4,000 sq ftLot Size
$819Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Vlatka Bathgate•DRE #01390784• Coldwell Banker
Bought with Hillary Murphy•DRE #01967218• Village Associates Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40985097
Apr 15, 2022
Sold
$1,668,300
$921/sq ft
Mar 24, 2022
Pending
—
Mar 17, 2022
Listed
$1,446,500
$799/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 30, 2015
Sold
$1,005,000
$555/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,713 (+1.3%)
$973,402 + $546,598
$1,520,000
2024
$19,468 (+3.9%)
$992,613 + $557,387
$1,550,000
2023
$18,742 (+26.9%)
$975,000 + $550,000
$1,525,000
2022
$14,765 (+2.0%)
$935,000 + $525,000
$1,460,000
2021
$14,469 (+1.1%)
$747,468 + $390,720
$1,138,188
2020
$14,305 (+0.2%)
$732,812 + $383,059
$1,115,871
2019
$14,281 (+8.3%)
$725,298 + $379,132
$1,104,430
2018
$13,186 (+2.8%)
$711,077 + $371,699
$1,082,776
2017
$12,821 (+2.5%)
$683,466 + $357,266
$1,040,732
2016
$12,508 (+99.6%)
$683,466 + $357,266
$1,040,732
2015
$6,268 (+1.5%)
$670,065 + $350,261
$1,020,326
2014
$6,173 (+2.3%)
$91,623 + $337,712
$429,335
2013
$6,036 (+3.0%)
$91,623 + $337,712
$429,335
2012
$5,862 (+1.5%)
$91,209 + $336,186
$427,395
2011
$5,775 (+1.5%)
$89,421 + $329,595
$419,016
2010
$5,687 (+3.0%)
$87,668 + $323,133
$410,801
2009
$5,519 (+4.5%)
$87,013 + $320,718
$407,731
2008
$5,283
$87,220 + $321,480
$408,700
Tax history for 40 Barbara Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,713 (+1.3%)
$973,402 + $546,598
$1,520,000
2024
$19,468 (+3.9%)
$992,613 + $557,387
$1,550,000
2023
$18,742 (+26.9%)
$975,000 + $550,000
$1,525,000
2022
$14,765 (+2.0%)
$935,000 + $525,000
$1,460,000
2021
$14,469 (+1.1%)
$747,468 + $390,720
$1,138,188
2020
$14,305 (+0.2%)
$732,812 + $383,059
$1,115,871
2019
$14,281 (+8.3%)
$725,298 + $379,132
$1,104,430
2018
$13,186 (+2.8%)
$711,077 + $371,699
$1,082,776
2017
$12,821 (+2.5%)
$683,466 + $357,266
$1,040,732
2016
$12,508 (+99.6%)
$683,466 + $357,266
$1,040,732
2015
$6,268 (+1.5%)
$670,065 + $350,261
$1,020,326
2014
$6,173 (+2.3%)
$91,623 + $337,712
$429,335
2013
$6,036 (+3.0%)
$91,623 + $337,712
$429,335
2012
$5,862 (+1.5%)
$91,209 + $336,186
$427,395
2011
$5,775 (+1.5%)
$89,421 + $329,595
$419,016
2010
$5,687 (+3.0%)
$87,668 + $323,133
$410,801
2009
$5,519 (+4.5%)
$87,013 + $320,718
$407,731
2008
$5,283
$87,220 + $321,480
$408,700
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,000
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
1,811
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2730630296
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Aug 16, 2025.
Oct 18, 2023 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Perform a bathroom remodel by updating plumbing fixtures in their existing locations. Install new tile, a vanity, and a toilet.
Bathroom
Remodel
Sep 3, 2003 • Final
Building/residential/r/new single family-duplex
Construct a new single-family home with a garage and a basement. Ensure that no retaining walls are located within the right of way or on the neighbor's property line.
New construction
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, Int Access From Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Granite
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Granite
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Family Room, Office, Rec/Rumpus Room, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Upper Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Street Level Features: 1 Bath, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Main Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Wood
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Gas Range/Cooktop,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 6
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco, Wood Shingles
Building Area Total: 1,811
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Landscape Front
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 1811
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2003
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 4000
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Features: Sloped Up, Landscape Front
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Radiant
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Location
School Information
High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,811
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 4,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2730630296
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 16, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Wagner Ranch Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
Orinda Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
Miramonte High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Orinda, CA • 94563
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.41M – $1.71M
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