Retreat to Casa Serena, Orinda, private sanctuary & gated vineyard estate on 1.69 level acres. LEED platinum certified. Unsurpassed craftsmanship. Acute attn to every detail. 5800+/- sf on single level. 5 bds. 5.5 bths. Stunning formals, 1000-bottle wine cabinet, high-tech media rm, executive office, great rm w/chef-worthy gourmet kitchen, home gym, flexible sp for guest/in-law quarters. Mtr bdrm w/dual sided frpl, prvt patio & copper spa. Soaring exposed basswood beam ceilings, distressed French oak flrs, smooth textured walls, walnut cabinetry, automated skylts. Crestron lghtng & snd systm. Solar panels. Wall of window & multiple French drs open to resort-inspired bkyd w/white travertine tile from Peru, loggia, ktchn, firept, pool, spa, cabana, millstone fountain. Katherine Spitz-designed gardens, koi pond, wtrfall, olive trees from Spain. 2-car garage + permitted plans for 2-car, 2-level carriage house. 20 miles to dwntwn SF. Close to Orinda Village, BART, frwys, top-rated schools.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40921049
Oct 13, 2020
Sold
$8,360,000
$1,441/sq ft
Sep 19, 2020
Pending
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Sep 16, 2020
Listed
$8,500,000
$1,466/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40908399
Sep 14, 2020
Listing Removed
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Jun 12, 2020
Listed
*
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40191784
Dec 1, 2006
Sold
—
Oct 16, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jul 28, 2006
Listed
$2,765,000
$477/sq ft
+3
TRADITIONAL STYLE HOME ON ESTATE SETTING! PRIME 1.69 PVT. ACRES W/EXPANSIVE NEW LAWNS, SPARKLING POOL, ORCHARD. NEW CHEF'S KITCHEN W/STATUARY MARBLE COUNTERS & STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, FARMHOUSE SINK & RECESSED LIGHTING. HWD FLRS THROUGHOUT, DESIGNER COLORS, NEW HRDWR. AND LIGHTING & MUCH MORE
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40100345
Sep 16, 2005
Sold
$2,605,000
$449/sq ft
Aug 24, 2005
Listing Removed
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Aug 8, 2005
Listed
$2,495,000
$430/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$107,237 (+1.5%)
$6,624,483 + $2,772,093
$9,396,576
2024
$105,656 (+1.9%)
$6,494,592 + $2,717,739
$9,212,331
2023
$103,670 (+3.1%)
$6,367,248 + $2,664,450
$9,031,698
2022
$100,524 (+2.4%)
$6,242,400 + $2,595,344
$8,837,744
2021
$98,158 (+149.2%)
$6,120,000 + $2,437,200
$8,557,200
2020
$39,387 (+0.2%)
$6,000,000 + $2,360,000
$8,360,000
2019
$39,320 (+8.8%)
$1,519,079 + $1,752,369
$3,271,448
2018
$36,127 (+2.7%)
$1,489,294 + $1,718,009
$3,207,303
2017
$35,175 (+2.5%)
$1,431,464 + $1,651,298
$3,082,762
2016
$34,327 (+0.4%)
$1,431,464 + $1,651,298
$3,082,762
2015
$34,189 (+1.4%)
$1,403,397 + $1,618,920
$3,022,317
2014
$33,730 (+31.6%)
$1,355,240 + $1,563,367
$2,918,607
2013
$25,637 (+1.1%)
$1,355,240 + $1,563,367
$2,918,607
2012
$25,348 (−0.5%)
$1,033,167 + $1,191,833
$2,225,000
2011
$25,487 (−17.0%)
$1,033,167 + $1,191,833
$2,225,000
2010
$30,694 (+50.0%)
$1,033,167 + $1,191,833
$2,225,000
2009
$20,462 (−28.2%)
$1,287,038 + $1,435,064
$2,722,102
2008
$28,509
$1,290,096 + $494,147
$1,784,243
Tax history for 605 Miner Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$107,237 (+1.5%)
$6,624,483 + $2,772,093
$9,396,576
2024
$105,656 (+1.9%)
$6,494,592 + $2,717,739
$9,212,331
2023
$103,670 (+3.1%)
$6,367,248 + $2,664,450
$9,031,698
2022
$100,524 (+2.4%)
$6,242,400 + $2,595,344
$8,837,744
2021
$98,158 (+149.2%)
$6,120,000 + $2,437,200
$8,557,200
2020
$39,387 (+0.2%)
$6,000,000 + $2,360,000
$8,360,000
2019
$39,320 (+8.8%)
$1,519,079 + $1,752,369
$3,271,448
2018
$36,127 (+2.7%)
$1,489,294 + $1,718,009
$3,207,303
2017
$35,175 (+2.5%)
$1,431,464 + $1,651,298
$3,082,762
2016
$34,327 (+0.4%)
$1,431,464 + $1,651,298
$3,082,762
2015
$34,189 (+1.4%)
$1,403,397 + $1,618,920
$3,022,317
2014
$33,730 (+31.6%)
$1,355,240 + $1,563,367
$2,918,607
2013
$25,637 (+1.1%)
$1,355,240 + $1,563,367
$2,918,607
2012
$25,348 (−0.5%)
$1,033,167 + $1,191,833
$2,225,000
2011
$25,487 (−17.0%)
$1,033,167 + $1,191,833
$2,225,000
2010
$30,694 (+50.0%)
$1,033,167 + $1,191,833
$2,225,000
2009
$20,462 (−28.2%)
$1,287,038 + $1,435,064
$2,722,102
2008
$28,509
$1,290,096 + $494,147
$1,784,243
*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
5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
1.69 Acres
Year renovated
2009
Sq. Ft.
5,102
Year built
2008
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2611200078
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
May 24, 2024 • Final
Building - residential solar photovoltaic
Remove the existing photovoltaic system and install a new grid-tied, flush-mounted photovoltaic system on the roofs.
Electrical
Solar
May 31, 2023 • Final
Permit submittal
Convert half of an existing garage into a bedroom and bathroom.
Addition
Bathroom
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, Off Street, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, Workshop in Garage, Guest, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 6
# of Bathrooms Full: 5
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tub, Updated Baths
Interior Features: Au Pair, Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Family Room, Florida/Screen Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Media, Music Room, Office, Rec/Rumpus Room, Storage, Study, Workshop, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar, Sound System
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Street Level Features: 5 Bedrooms, 5+ Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Primary Bedrm Retreat, Laundry Facility, No Steps to Entry, Main Entry
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Gas, Recreation Room
Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 5,800
Builder Name: Bruce Teel
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side, Storage
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Mobile Home Information
Model: Napa Valley Estate
Pool Information
Pool Features: Gas Heat, Gunite, In Ground, Solar Heat, Spa, Solar Pool Owned
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Property Information
Living Area: 5800
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2009
Lot Information
Other Structures: Guest House
Lot Size Square Feet: 73616
Lot Size Area: 1.7
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.7
Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Vineyard
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Radiant
Cooling: Zoned
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,102
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2611200078
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
Orinda Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
10/10
Miramonte High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% 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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Historical weather
Orinda, CA • 94563
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.1 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$7.51M – $9.09M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not match public records. Learn more.