Orinda retreat located near Theater Square! Spacious 4 bed & 3 bath home offering view & private location. The abundant windows & doors capture a wonderful indoor & outdoor feeling that frames oak studded setting & picturesque gardens. Spacious great room offers vaulted ceiling, shutters & charming fireplace. The country style kitchen that is light, bright & offers wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop & granite counters plus a spacious dining area. The adjacent family Room is spacious w/ coffered ceiling plus sliding door that leads to flagstone patio & private yard offers tranquil views. The spacious yard is extremely private plus offering views of hillside & meandering paths that lead into adventure w/ loads of potential. Enjoy this private yard w/ picturesque gardens & quiet views of oaks & native plantings. The yard is perfect for quiet dinners or fun events w/ friends & family. The charm of this Orinda residence combine to make this an extraordinary offering.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$876Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jeff Snell•DRE #01333422• Village Associates Real Estate
Listed by Lynda Snell•DRE #00700106• Village Associates Real Estate
Bought with Nicole Platt•DRE #01933793• Abio Properties
Open concept home in central Orinda location with some updates. Lots of privacy on this large nearly half acre lot. Great bonus space above garage with separate entry.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Open-beam, vaulted ceiling in the kitchen and living room. The in-law unit is over the garage and has a separate entrance. The front and backyards are very private.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Steve Rebello
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 42 Tara Rd
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40878680
Sep 23, 2019
Sold
$1,280,000
$553/sq ft
Aug 27, 2019
Pending
—
Aug 16, 2019
Listed
$1,195,000
$516/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #27246539
Jun 7, 2019
Listing Removed
—
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40028548
Aug 24, 2004
Sold
$839,000
$363/sq ft
Jul 28, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jul 16, 2004
Listed
$839,000
$363/sq ft
Charm Plus! Fabulous in law, brite updated kitch/fam. rm w/fireplace, beam ceiling, entertainers island. Most DBL pane wind. New heat, air. Private entry to inlaw. Grt Loc. to Theater Sq, restaurants, commute, BART
Public Records
Jan 22, 2001
Sold
$285,000
$123/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,938 (+1.6%)
$1,003,965 + $423,893
$1,427,858
2024
$17,658 (+1.7%)
$984,280 + $415,582
$1,399,862
2023
$17,364 (+2.9%)
$964,981 + $407,434
$1,372,415
2022
$16,868 (+2.0%)
$946,060 + $399,446
$1,345,506
2021
$16,531 (+1.1%)
$927,510 + $391,614
$1,319,124
2020
$16,350 (+17.1%)
$909,324 + $383,936
$1,293,260
2019
$13,966 (+8.3%)
$900,000 + $380,000
$1,280,000
2018
$12,900 (+2.8%)
$719,746 + $328,630
$1,048,376
2017
$12,544 (+2.5%)
$691,799 + $315,870
$1,007,669
2016
$12,240 (+0.6%)
$691,799 + $315,870
$1,007,669
2015
$12,173 (+6.6%)
$678,235 + $309,677
$987,912
2014
$11,419 (+27.2%)
$618,910 + $282,590
$901,500
2013
$8,978 (+1.3%)
$618,910 + $282,590
$901,500
2012
$8,864 (−15.4%)
$478,170 + $218,330
$696,500
2011
$10,478 (+1.5%)
$478,170 + $218,330
$696,500
2010
$10,322 (−0.3%)
$578,747 + $264,253
$843,000
2009
$10,353 (−2.1%)
$578,748 + $264,252
$843,000
2008
$10,576
$586,643 + $267,857
$854,500
Tax history for 42 Tara Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,938 (+1.6%)
$1,003,965 + $423,893
$1,427,858
2024
$17,658 (+1.7%)
$984,280 + $415,582
$1,399,862
2023
$17,364 (+2.9%)
$964,981 + $407,434
$1,372,415
2022
$16,868 (+2.0%)
$946,060 + $399,446
$1,345,506
2021
$16,531 (+1.1%)
$927,510 + $391,614
$1,319,124
2020
$16,350 (+17.1%)
$909,324 + $383,936
$1,293,260
2019
$13,966 (+8.3%)
$900,000 + $380,000
$1,280,000
2018
$12,900 (+2.8%)
$719,746 + $328,630
$1,048,376
2017
$12,544 (+2.5%)
$691,799 + $315,870
$1,007,669
2016
$12,240 (+0.6%)
$691,799 + $315,870
$1,007,669
2015
$12,173 (+6.6%)
$678,235 + $309,677
$987,912
2014
$11,419 (+27.2%)
$618,910 + $282,590
$901,500
2013
$8,978 (+1.3%)
$618,910 + $282,590
$901,500
2012
$8,864 (−15.4%)
$478,170 + $218,330
$696,500
2011
$10,478 (+1.5%)
$478,170 + $218,330
$696,500
2010
$10,322 (−0.3%)
$578,747 + $264,253
$843,000
2009
$10,353 (−2.1%)
$578,748 + $264,252
$843,000
2008
$10,576
$586,643 + $267,857
$854,500
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,170
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2682420019
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jan 25, 2023 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Replace the air conditioning unit and furnace in the same location. The new system features a 16 SEER and 96 AFUE rating.
HVAC
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building/residential/rp/repair
Repair termite damage, replace studs, and install new siding.
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: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Stall Shower, Updated Baths
Interior Features
Interior Features: Au Pair, Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Family Room, In-Law Floorplan, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2019. This data may not match public records. Learn more.