For Comp purposes only. Classic architecture and a beautifully landscaped backyard make this property a timeless treasure. Situated on a coveted street in Orinda's Glorietta area.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.59 acresLot Size
$1,049Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lori Legler•DRE #00805132• Compass
Bought with Cheryl Hata•DRE #01389346• Alain Pinel REALTORS
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40683181
Jan 3, 2015
Sold
$1,300,000
$583/sq ft
Nov 3, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Oct 15, 2014
Listed
$1,250,000
$561/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,367 (+1.6%)
$1,225,882 + $410,210
$1,636,092
2024
$20,050 (+3.5%)
$1,201,846 + $402,167
$1,604,013
2023
$19,374 (+3.4%)
$1,178,281 + $394,282
$1,572,563
2022
$18,742 (+2.0%)
$1,155,178 + $356,551
$1,511,729
2021
$18,368 (+1.1%)
$1,132,528 + $339,756
$1,472,284
2020
$18,174 (+0.2%)
$1,110,322 + $333,095
$1,443,417
2019
$18,146 (+8.5%)
$1,098,938 + $329,680
$1,428,618
2018
$16,731 (+2.8%)
$1,077,391 + $323,216
$1,400,607
2017
$16,278 (+2.5%)
$1,035,555 + $310,666
$1,346,221
2016
$15,885 (+0.5%)
$1,035,555 + $310,666
$1,346,221
2015
$15,807 (+544.9%)
$1,015,250 + $304,575
$1,319,825
2014
$2,451 (+2.6%)
$56,977 + $67,433
$124,410
2013
$2,389 (+3.2%)
$56,977 + $67,433
$124,410
2012
$2,315 (+2.1%)
$56,720 + $67,129
$123,849
2011
$2,268 (+2.1%)
$55,608 + $65,813
$121,421
2010
$2,222 (−0.2%)
$54,518 + $64,523
$119,041
2009
$2,227 (+8.0%)
$54,111 + $64,041
$118,152
2008
$2,062
$54,240 + $64,194
$118,434
Tax history for 78 Orchard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,367 (+1.6%)
$1,225,882 + $410,210
$1,636,092
2024
$20,050 (+3.5%)
$1,201,846 + $402,167
$1,604,013
2023
$19,374 (+3.4%)
$1,178,281 + $394,282
$1,572,563
2022
$18,742 (+2.0%)
$1,155,178 + $356,551
$1,511,729
2021
$18,368 (+1.1%)
$1,132,528 + $339,756
$1,472,284
2020
$18,174 (+0.2%)
$1,110,322 + $333,095
$1,443,417
2019
$18,146 (+8.5%)
$1,098,938 + $329,680
$1,428,618
2018
$16,731 (+2.8%)
$1,077,391 + $323,216
$1,400,607
2017
$16,278 (+2.5%)
$1,035,555 + $310,666
$1,346,221
2016
$15,885 (+0.5%)
$1,035,555 + $310,666
$1,346,221
2015
$15,807 (+544.9%)
$1,015,250 + $304,575
$1,319,825
2014
$2,451 (+2.6%)
$56,977 + $67,433
$124,410
2013
$2,389 (+3.2%)
$56,977 + $67,433
$124,410
2012
$2,315 (+2.1%)
$56,720 + $67,129
$123,849
2011
$2,268 (+2.1%)
$55,608 + $65,813
$121,421
2010
$2,222 (−0.2%)
$54,518 + $64,523
$119,041
2009
$2,227 (+8.0%)
$54,111 + $64,041
$118,152
2008
$2,062
$54,240 + $64,194
$118,434
*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
0.59 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
2,229
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2690610213
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Dec 14, 2023 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Tear off the existing roof and replace it with a new composition shingle system. A cool roof or cool roof exception is required at the final inspection.
Roofing
Apr 21, 2023 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Perform an interior renovation of the kitchen, dining, and living areas, including a new powder room, dry bar, and fireplace surround with millwork. Install new French doors, windows, electrical systems, lighting, and a furnace in the basement. Remove the chimney, repair the roof, and construct new retaining walls at the basement area.
Bathroom
Electrical
Kitchen
Plumbing
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: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower, Tile
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Family Room, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Hookups Only
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Window Features: Window Coverings
Fireplaces Total: 2
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Tile, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Counter - Tile,Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Electric Range/Cooktop,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator
Rooms Total: 8
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2,229
Builder Name: Classic
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground
Has Private Pool
Property Information
Living Area: 2229
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1938
Lot Information
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 25625
Lot Size Area: 0.56
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.56
Lot Features: Premium Lot
Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek
Zoning: 1001
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
High School District: Orinda (925) 254-4901
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,229
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.59 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2690610213
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glorietta Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Orinda Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Miramonte High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
8 days above 90° expected this year, 17 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
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Estimated sale price
$2.22M – $2.69M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2014. This data may not match public records. Learn more.