Find ultimate privacy in this lush, tree shrouded setting with this spacious 3 bedroom plus den, 3 bathroom traditional Orinda home on +/- 1.45 acres. The vaulted ceilings with cross beams in the spacious LR and the elegant, dark hardwood floors give this home a distinguished, Old World charm. Beyond the LR and through the grand picture windows is an expansive view across Miner Rd to the picturesque Orinda hills beyond. The well appointed kitchen is updated with a robust Thermador range and marble counters, perfect for home cooked meals that can be served on the patio surrounded by glorious oak trees, or in the dining area with the verdant hills as a backdrop. The kitchen opens to the family room with a cozy fireplace and to the bonus room with its attached bath, ideal for a home office or bedroom. Outside, the patio opens to a flat lawn area with a large shed beyond, ideal for a workshop, yoga or art studio. 540 Miner is close to downtown Orinda, BART and convenient freeway access.
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
1.45 acresLot Size
$851Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Erin Mccoin•DRE #01410378• Compass
Bought with Finola Jane Fellner•DRE #01428834• Compass
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40876317
Sep 9, 2019
Sold
$1,448,000
$629/sq ft
Aug 10, 2019
Pending
—
Jul 29, 2019
Listed
$1,495,000
$650/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 29, 1972
Sold
$55,000
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,056 (+1.6%)
$1,282,845 + $332,423
$1,615,268
2024
$19,743 (+1.3%)
$1,257,692 + $325,905
$1,583,597
2023
$19,494 (+2.7%)
$1,233,032 + $319,515
$1,552,547
2022
$18,974 (+2.0%)
$1,208,855 + $313,250
$1,522,105
2021
$18,596 (+1.1%)
$1,185,152 + $307,108
$1,492,260
2020
$18,400 (+492.2%)
$1,161,914 + $301,087
$1,463,001
2019
$3,107 (+6.1%)
$1,150,000 + $298,000
$1,448,000
2018
$2,927 (+3.9%)
$68,101 + $88,020
$156,121
2017
$2,818 (+2.9%)
$65,457 + $84,603
$150,060
2016
$2,739 (+1.4%)
$65,457 + $84,603
$150,060
2015
$2,701 (+2.0%)
$64,174 + $82,945
$147,119
2014
$2,648 (+2.6%)
$61,973 + $80,100
$142,073
2013
$2,582 (+3.2%)
$61,973 + $80,100
$142,073
2012
$2,502 (+2.0%)
$61,693 + $79,738
$141,431
2011
$2,453 (+2.0%)
$60,484 + $78,175
$138,659
2010
$2,404 (−7.5%)
$59,299 + $76,643
$135,942
2009
$2,599 (+6.9%)
$58,856 + $76,071
$134,927
2008
$2,430
$58,996 + $76,252
$135,248
Tax history for 540 Miner Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,056 (+1.6%)
$1,282,845 + $332,423
$1,615,268
2024
$19,743 (+1.3%)
$1,257,692 + $325,905
$1,583,597
2023
$19,494 (+2.7%)
$1,233,032 + $319,515
$1,552,547
2022
$18,974 (+2.0%)
$1,208,855 + $313,250
$1,522,105
2021
$18,596 (+1.1%)
$1,185,152 + $307,108
$1,492,260
2020
$18,400 (+492.2%)
$1,161,914 + $301,087
$1,463,001
2019
$3,107 (+6.1%)
$1,150,000 + $298,000
$1,448,000
2018
$2,927 (+3.9%)
$68,101 + $88,020
$156,121
2017
$2,818 (+2.9%)
$65,457 + $84,603
$150,060
2016
$2,739 (+1.4%)
$65,457 + $84,603
$150,060
2015
$2,701 (+2.0%)
$64,174 + $82,945
$147,119
2014
$2,648 (+2.6%)
$61,973 + $80,100
$142,073
2013
$2,582 (+3.2%)
$61,973 + $80,100
$142,073
2012
$2,502 (+2.0%)
$61,693 + $79,738
$141,431
2011
$2,453 (+2.0%)
$60,484 + $78,175
$138,659
2010
$2,404 (−7.5%)
$59,299 + $76,643
$135,942
2009
$2,599 (+6.9%)
$58,856 + $76,071
$134,927
2008
$2,430
$58,996 + $76,252
$135,248
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.45 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
2,301
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2611920063
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Nov 4, 2021 • Final
Building - residential foundation repair
Underpin a residence using pipe piles and relevel the floors.
Remodel
Oct 22, 2015 • Final
Building - residential foundation repair
Perform a voluntary seismic upgrade on the building.
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 Carport
Parking Features: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
Interior Features
Interior Features: Office, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Fireplaces Total: 2
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Gas Range/Cooktop,Refrigerator,Skylight(s),Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 8
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2,301
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 2301
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1946
Lot Information
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 63162
Lot Size Area: 1.45
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.45
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,301
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2611920063
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Orinda Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
10/10
Miramonte High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.86M – $2.25M
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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.