Welcome to a private sanctuary in the heart of Orinda, where mid-century modern elegance meets the ease of single-level living. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the home with natural light and forest views, while a Japanese garden out front and a spacious private deck in back create a seamless connection to nature. Inside, expansive rooms deck set the stage for grand entertaining, complemented by a sleek updated kitchen, spa-like bathrooms, and a serene Primary Suite with its own deck. A large detached garage offers generous storage and build-out potential, making this home a rare blend of comfort, style, and opportunity. Conveniently located close to the village with restaurants, shopping and easy access to BART and the SF commute.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$992Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Anja Plowright•DRE #01351797• The Grubb Co. Inc.
Bought with Norah Brower•DRE #01197240• Vanguard Properties
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41098776
Jun 27, 2025
Sold
$1,650,000
$935/sq ft
Jun 3, 2025
Pending
—
May 27, 2025
Listed
$1,450,000
$822/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,937 (+496.6%)
$1,224,000 + $459,000
$1,683,000
2024
$2,671 (−8.4%)
$1,000,000 + $270,000
$1,270,000
2023
$2,916 (+0.6%)
$55,260 + $58,857
$114,117
2022
$2,898 (+2.0%)
$54,177 + $57,703
$111,880
2021
$2,843 (+2.6%)
$53,115 + $56,572
$109,687
2020
$2,771 (+0.1%)
$52,074 + $55,463
$107,537
2019
$2,767 (+18.4%)
$51,541 + $54,895
$106,436
2018
$2,337 (+4.3%)
$50,531 + $53,819
$104,350
2017
$2,242 (+3.0%)
$48,570 + $51,730
$100,300
2016
$2,177 (+1.7%)
$48,570 + $51,730
$100,300
2015
$2,140 (+2.2%)
$47,618 + $50,716
$98,334
2014
$2,094 (+2.7%)
$45,985 + $48,977
$94,962
2013
$2,039 (+3.2%)
$45,985 + $48,977
$94,962
2012
$1,975 (+2.2%)
$45,778 + $48,756
$94,534
2011
$1,932 (+2.2%)
$44,881 + $47,800
$92,681
2010
$1,889 (−0.2%)
$44,001 + $46,863
$90,864
2009
$1,893 (+9.1%)
$43,673 + $46,513
$90,186
2008
$1,736
$43,777 + $46,624
$90,401
Tax history for 41 Tara Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,937 (+496.6%)
$1,224,000 + $459,000
$1,683,000
2024
$2,671 (−8.4%)
$1,000,000 + $270,000
$1,270,000
2023
$2,916 (+0.6%)
$55,260 + $58,857
$114,117
2022
$2,898 (+2.0%)
$54,177 + $57,703
$111,880
2021
$2,843 (+2.6%)
$53,115 + $56,572
$109,687
2020
$2,771 (+0.1%)
$52,074 + $55,463
$107,537
2019
$2,767 (+18.4%)
$51,541 + $54,895
$106,436
2018
$2,337 (+4.3%)
$50,531 + $53,819
$104,350
2017
$2,242 (+3.0%)
$48,570 + $51,730
$100,300
2016
$2,177 (+1.7%)
$48,570 + $51,730
$100,300
2015
$2,140 (+2.2%)
$47,618 + $50,716
$98,334
2014
$2,094 (+2.7%)
$45,985 + $48,977
$94,962
2013
$2,039 (+3.2%)
$45,985 + $48,977
$94,962
2012
$1,975 (+2.2%)
$45,778 + $48,756
$94,534
2011
$1,932 (+2.2%)
$44,881 + $47,800
$92,681
2010
$1,889 (−0.2%)
$44,001 + $46,863
$90,864
2009
$1,893 (+9.1%)
$43,673 + $46,513
$90,186
2008
$1,736
$43,777 + $46,624
$90,401
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,764
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2682410069
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
May 10, 2023 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Replace a furnace with a similar unit. A HERS report is required at the final inspection.
HVAC
Jan 28, 2016 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Remove existing composition shingles. Install new felt, composition shingles, and flashing 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
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, No Steps to Entry, Main Entry
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.