Exquisite suburban contemporary home with over 3,479± sq ft of luxurious living is nestled on a .39 acres oak studded lot. The desirable open floor plan with a great room encompassing the Chef's Kitchen, dining and living areas is perfect for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. Ample natural light, beautiful high-end finishes, top-of-the-line appliances, five bedrooms with 2 primary suites, and 5 full bathrooms await. You will also find a conditioned wine cellar, a spacious bonus/family room, 2 laundry areas, and 2-car-garage. Enjoy the California indoor/outdoor lifestyle with backyard or balcony access from all main living spaces and primary bedrooms. The expansive deck and patio area, vast lush level lawn and raised garden beds is the ideal setting for cookouts, play, or indulging your green thumb. Conveniently located close to downtown, Orinda’s shopping & restaurants, BART, Orinda Library and Community Center, Orinda Park, and top-rated Orinda schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$831Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Stella Tsakonas•DRE #01363574• Compass
Listed by Stephanie Mull•DRE #01955633• Compass
Bought with Kelly Wood•DRE #01931711• Dudum Real Estate Group
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40991046
May 25, 2022
Sold
$3,300,000
$949/sq ft
May 6, 2022
Pending
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Apr 29, 2022
Listed
$2,795,000
$803/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11174510
Mar 27, 2003
Sold
$635,000
$183/sq ft
Feb 24, 2003
Listing Removed
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Feb 13, 2003
Listed
$599,000
$172/sq ft
PEACEFUL PRIVATE SETTING.CLEAN CONTEMPORARY FULL OF LIGHT.HDWD FLRS THRUOUT,BEAUTIFUL OPEN BEAM CEILING IN LR. FAUX FINISHES.SPEC
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$41,318 (+1.7%)
$2,122,416 + $1,379,570
$3,501,986
2023
$40,625 (+160.3%)
$2,080,800 + $1,352,520
$3,433,320
2022
$15,610 (+2.0%)
$2,040,000 + $1,326,000
$3,366,000
2021
$15,298 (+1.1%)
$586,855 + $621,558
$1,208,413
2020
$15,127 (+0.2%)
$575,349 + $609,371
$1,184,720
2019
$15,102 (+8.3%)
$569,450 + $603,123
$1,172,573
2018
$13,941 (+2.8%)
$558,285 + $591,298
$1,149,583
2017
$13,558 (+12.7%)
$536,607 + $568,338
$1,104,945
2016
$12,033 (+0.6%)
$536,607 + $568,338
$1,104,945
2015
$11,966 (+1.4%)
$526,086 + $447,401
$973,487
2014
$11,796 (+27.7%)
$508,034 + $432,049
$940,083
2013
$9,239 (+4.0%)
$508,034 + $432,049
$940,083
2012
$8,882 (−12.0%)
$490,000 + $235,000
$725,000
2011
$10,093 (+1.4%)
$420,833 + $284,167
$705,000
2010
$9,949 (+0.7%)
$486,100 + $328,239
$814,339
2009
$9,875 (+14.4%)
$482,468 + $325,786
$808,254
2008
$8,634
$483,615 + $326,560
$810,175
Tax history for 42 Ardilla Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$41,318 (+1.7%)
$2,122,416 + $1,379,570
$3,501,986
2023
$40,625 (+160.3%)
$2,080,800 + $1,352,520
$3,433,320
2022
$15,610 (+2.0%)
$2,040,000 + $1,326,000
$3,366,000
2021
$15,298 (+1.1%)
$586,855 + $621,558
$1,208,413
2020
$15,127 (+0.2%)
$575,349 + $609,371
$1,184,720
2019
$15,102 (+8.3%)
$569,450 + $603,123
$1,172,573
2018
$13,941 (+2.8%)
$558,285 + $591,298
$1,149,583
2017
$13,558 (+12.7%)
$536,607 + $568,338
$1,104,945
2016
$12,033 (+0.6%)
$536,607 + $568,338
$1,104,945
2015
$11,966 (+1.4%)
$526,086 + $447,401
$973,487
2014
$11,796 (+27.7%)
$508,034 + $432,049
$940,083
2013
$9,239 (+4.0%)
$508,034 + $432,049
$940,083
2012
$8,882 (−12.0%)
$490,000 + $235,000
$725,000
2011
$10,093 (+1.4%)
$420,833 + $284,167
$705,000
2010
$9,949 (+0.7%)
$486,100 + $328,239
$814,339
2009
$9,875 (+14.4%)
$482,468 + $325,786
$808,254
2008
$8,634
$483,615 + $326,560
$810,175
*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
5
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
3,479
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2641400227
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 5
# of Bathrooms Full: 5
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Tile, Tub, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Dual Flush Toilet, Stone
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