Nestled under the oak trees between two creeks, this Orinda farmhouse in the woods is a hidden gem. Built in 1923, this home’s character compliments the lush landscape that surrounds the private and tranquil property. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, one car garage with three additional parking spaces on site ,and expansive indoor and outdoor entertaining areas. An updated kitchen and bathrooms blend with original craftsman details and a large unfinished attic has huge potential. Enjoy your morning coffee or a meal with family and friends under the canopy of trees with the relaxing sound of the creek behind you. This property is located near hiking trails, Orinda shops, Highway 24 and BART.
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$944Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Rob Terry•DRE #01900468• Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l
Listed by Thomas Wolf•DRE #02044169• HomeSmart Optima Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40893271
Mar 16, 2020
Sold
$1,257,305
$679/sq ft
Feb 22, 2020
Pending
—
Jan 24, 2020
Listed
$1,300,000
$702/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40736629
Jun 9, 2016
Sold
$1,180,000
$637/sq ft
Apr 26, 2016
Pending
—
Apr 16, 2016
Listed
$1,098,000
$593/sq ft
+17
Built in 1923, this lovely two story Orinda farmhouse provides a vintage meets modern look. Tucked down a lane with lush surroundings and a babbling brook, the setting is both tranquil and private. Gorgeous updated kitchen & baths plus a huge unfinished attic AND you can walk to town & bike to BART.
Public Records
Jun 29, 2012
Sold
$750,000
$405/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40570151
Jun 29, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jun 29, 2012
Sold
$750,000
$405/sq ft
May 29, 2012
Pending
—
May 9, 2012
Price Changed
$825,000
$445/sq ft
Apr 16, 2012
Listed
$869,000
$469/sq ft
+13
Country cottage charm of exceptional character. Enjoy a beautiful wooded setting unmatched for privacy + tranquility. Truly special well-maintained interior spaces w/updated kitchen, sunroom, formal LR & formal DR. A gem!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11001598
Dec 29, 1998
Sold
$440,000
$238/sq ft
Nov 21, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 1998
Listed
$442,000
$239/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 22, 1996
Sold
$396,000
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 3, 1984
Sold
$23,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,671 (+1.6%)
$1,003,965 + $398,572
$1,402,537
2024
$17,396 (+1.7%)
$984,280 + $390,757
$1,375,037
2023
$17,106 (+3.0%)
$964,981 + $383,096
$1,348,077
2022
$16,614 (+2.0%)
$946,060 + $375,585
$1,321,645
2021
$16,282 (−0.8%)
$927,510 + $368,221
$1,295,731
2020
$16,415 (+0.2%)
$909,324 + $361,001
$1,270,325
2019
$16,390 (+8.4%)
$997,135 + $280,132
$1,277,267
2018
$15,122 (+2.8%)
$977,584 + $274,640
$1,252,224
2017
$14,709 (+45.7%)
$939,624 + $263,976
$1,203,600
2016
$10,094 (+0.6%)
$939,624 + $263,976
$1,203,600
2015
$10,033 (+1.5%)
$649,674 + $146,103
$795,777
2014
$9,889 (+2.3%)
$627,381 + $141,091
$768,472
2013
$9,671 (+33.9%)
$627,381 + $141,091
$768,472
2012
$7,222 (+1.5%)
$624,546 + $140,454
$765,000
2011
$7,116 (+1.5%)
$280,825 + $268,344
$549,169
2010
$7,011 (+1.3%)
$275,319 + $263,083
$538,402
2009
$6,924 (+4.0%)
$273,262 + $261,117
$534,379
2008
$6,657
$273,912 + $261,738
$535,650
Tax history for 71 Ardilla Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,671 (+1.6%)
$1,003,965 + $398,572
$1,402,537
2024
$17,396 (+1.7%)
$984,280 + $390,757
$1,375,037
2023
$17,106 (+3.0%)
$964,981 + $383,096
$1,348,077
2022
$16,614 (+2.0%)
$946,060 + $375,585
$1,321,645
2021
$16,282 (−0.8%)
$927,510 + $368,221
$1,295,731
2020
$16,415 (+0.2%)
$909,324 + $361,001
$1,270,325
2019
$16,390 (+8.4%)
$997,135 + $280,132
$1,277,267
2018
$15,122 (+2.8%)
$977,584 + $274,640
$1,252,224
2017
$14,709 (+45.7%)
$939,624 + $263,976
$1,203,600
2016
$10,094 (+0.6%)
$939,624 + $263,976
$1,203,600
2015
$10,033 (+1.5%)
$649,674 + $146,103
$795,777
2014
$9,889 (+2.3%)
$627,381 + $141,091
$768,472
2013
$9,671 (+33.9%)
$627,381 + $141,091
$768,472
2012
$7,222 (+1.5%)
$624,546 + $140,454
$765,000
2011
$7,116 (+1.5%)
$280,825 + $268,344
$549,169
2010
$7,011 (+1.3%)
$275,319 + $263,083
$538,402
2009
$6,924 (+4.0%)
$273,262 + $261,117
$534,379
2008
$6,657
$273,912 + $261,738
$535,650
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
21,300
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,852
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2641200189
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Waterfront
Last updated by owner on Oct 29, 2023.
Oct 25, 2019 • Final
Building/residential/rp/repair
Remove and replace fungus damaged stairwell components including framing, shear walls, stringers, handrails, and steps. Repair wall framing supporting the stringers as identified in inspection reports.
Remodel
May 17, 2017 • Final
Building - residential foundation repair
Shore and level the existing subfloor framing using adjustable screw jacks. Install new foundation anchors, t-straps, plywood shear walls, and mud sills.
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: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not show owner updates. Learn more.