Ever-changing light drives visual drama illuminating the stunning architecture of this custom built mid-century classic. Open floor plan. Walls of glass w/ grand areas for entertaining. MBR has Bonus Sitting Rm/Office. Luxe Kitchen. Separate Game/Media Room. Park Like Grounds w/Pool, Spa & Cabana.
Single-familyProperty Type
1965Year Built
0.52 acresLot Size
$676Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by David Pierce•DRE #00964185• Coldwell Banker
Bought with Ann Sharf•DRE #01156966• Village Associates Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40689791
Apr 16, 2015
Sold
$1,950,000
$473/sq ft
Mar 19, 2015
Pending
—
Mar 9, 2015
Listed
$1,995,000
$484/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40511366
May 4, 2011
Sold
$1,211,500
$294/sq ft
Apr 2, 2011
Pending
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Feb 28, 2011
Listed
$1,295,000
$314/sq ft
+4
Architectural masterpiece w/ open floor plan designed by Richard Danskin. 4BD w/ deluxe Master suite & 3.5BA. Walls of glass, high ceilings, 2 family rooms, spacious eat in kitchen in 4120 sq ft. Sprawling .52 acres with pool,hot tub,cabana & vws. Close to downtown/BART. 12 yrs top rated schools.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40468067
Nov 1, 2010
Listing Removed
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Public Records
May 24, 1995
Sold
$886,500
$215/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 25, 1989
Sold
$825,000
$200/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 22, 1989
Sold
$208,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,914 (+1.6%)
$1,041,999 + $1,350,180
$2,392,179
2024
$28,463 (+1.7%)
$1,021,568 + $1,323,706
$2,345,274
2023
$27,988 (+2.3%)
$1,001,538 + $1,297,751
$2,299,289
2022
$27,359 (+2.0%)
$981,900 + $1,272,305
$2,254,205
2021
$26,810 (+1.0%)
$962,648 + $1,247,358
$2,210,006
2020
$26,548 (+0.2%)
$943,773 + $1,222,900
$2,166,673
2019
$26,504 (+8.7%)
$934,096 + $1,210,361
$2,144,457
2018
$24,378 (+2.7%)
$915,781 + $1,186,629
$2,102,410
2017
$23,727 (+2.5%)
$880,221 + $1,139,110
$2,019,331
2016
$23,151 (+46.6%)
$880,221 + $1,139,110
$2,019,331
2015
$15,787 (+1.4%)
$862,962 + $1,116,775
$1,979,737
2014
$15,570 (+2.2%)
$733,675 + $532,489
$1,266,164
2013
$15,231 (+3.0%)
$733,675 + $532,489
$1,266,164
2012
$14,785 (+5.8%)
$730,360 + $530,083
$1,260,443
2011
$13,975 (+1.4%)
$716,040 + $519,690
$1,235,730
2010
$13,779 (+0.4%)
$557,202 + $605,056
$1,162,258
2009
$13,722 (+3.1%)
$553,038 + $600,534
$1,153,572
2008
$13,303
$554,352 + $601,961
$1,156,313
Tax history for 515 Tahos Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,914 (+1.6%)
$1,041,999 + $1,350,180
$2,392,179
2024
$28,463 (+1.7%)
$1,021,568 + $1,323,706
$2,345,274
2023
$27,988 (+2.3%)
$1,001,538 + $1,297,751
$2,299,289
2022
$27,359 (+2.0%)
$981,900 + $1,272,305
$2,254,205
2021
$26,810 (+1.0%)
$962,648 + $1,247,358
$2,210,006
2020
$26,548 (+0.2%)
$943,773 + $1,222,900
$2,166,673
2019
$26,504 (+8.7%)
$934,096 + $1,210,361
$2,144,457
2018
$24,378 (+2.7%)
$915,781 + $1,186,629
$2,102,410
2017
$23,727 (+2.5%)
$880,221 + $1,139,110
$2,019,331
2016
$23,151 (+46.6%)
$880,221 + $1,139,110
$2,019,331
2015
$15,787 (+1.4%)
$862,962 + $1,116,775
$1,979,737
2014
$15,570 (+2.2%)
$733,675 + $532,489
$1,266,164
2013
$15,231 (+3.0%)
$733,675 + $532,489
$1,266,164
2012
$14,785 (+5.8%)
$730,360 + $530,083
$1,260,443
2011
$13,975 (+1.4%)
$716,040 + $519,690
$1,235,730
2010
$13,779 (+0.4%)
$557,202 + $605,056
$1,162,258
2009
$13,722 (+3.1%)
$553,038 + $600,534
$1,153,572
2008
$13,303
$554,352 + $601,961
$1,156,313
*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
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.52 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
4,120
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2684830132
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Feb 7, 2024 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Remodel an existing bathroom by removing and replacing the shower, vanity, sinks, electrical fixtures, and tile floors. Replace two bathroom windows, including resizing one window within the shower area.
Bathroom
Remodel
May 22, 2023 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
HVAC
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, Side Yard Access, Guest, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Split Bath, Tile
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Skylight, Stall Shower, Sunken Tub, Tile, Tub with Jets
Interior Features
Interior Features: Au Pair, Bonus/Plus Room, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Storage, Unfinished Room, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar, Sound System
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Retreat, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Window Features: Window Coverings
Fireplaces Total: 3
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Breakfast Bar,Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Ice Maker Hookup,Microwave,Oven Built-in,Refrigerator,Self-Cleaning Oven,Updated Kitchen,Wet Bar
Rooms Total: 12
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Recreation Room, Wood Burning
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 4,120
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Mobile Home Information
Model: Custom
Pool Information
Pool Features: Cabana, Gas Heat, Gunite, In Ground
Spa Features: Private
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Property Information
Living Area: 4120
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1965
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 22500
Lot Size Area: 0.516
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.516
Lot Features: Premium Lot
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Location
School Information
High School District: Orinda (925) 254-4901
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,120
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2684830132
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glorietta Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
Orinda Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
Miramonte High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
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, 15 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 11.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.65M – $3.20M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2015. This data may not match public records. Learn more.