A Private World, Moments from Everything. Garden mornings, tennis afternoons, and evenings by the wine cellar await at this rare Sycamore Road property in Orinda. Set on 1.24 acres, this single level home features a main residence and a private one bedroom, one bath guest house, surrounded by mature landscaping, curated gardens, and fruit trees.Designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining, the property offers seamless indoor outdoor flow with expansive grounds that invite gathering, recreation, and quiet retreat.A full size tennis court, pool, and wine cellar create a lifestyle rarely found in such a serene and private setting. Ample parking includes a circular driveway, an attached two car garage, and a detached one car garage behind a gate.Inside and out, the home reflects a timeless sensibility, unpretentious, refined, and deeply connected to its natural surroundings. Open spaces, abundant light, and thoughtful design make it equally suited for relaxed daily living or hosting on any scale.Private, timeless, and rarely available, this exceptional estate offers a unique opportunity to enjoy space, beauty, and convenience on one of Orinda’s most sought after streets.Close to top rated schools, Orinda Country Club, and commute. Addt'l details + floorplans 8SycamoreRd.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
1.24 acresLot Size
$1,412Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Molly Smith•DRE #01498053• Village Associates Real Estate
Bought with Gerry Bakalian•DRE #01189882• Gerry Bakalian, Broker
Est. $9,945 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8 Sycamore Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41130770
May 6, 2026
Sold
$7,500,000
$1,412/sq ft
Apr 25, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 13, 2026
Listed
$5,800,000
$1,092/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40484809
Mar 14, 2011
Sold
—
Nov 16, 2010
Pending
—
Aug 27, 2010
Listed
$4,200,000
$791/sq ft
+4
VACATION AT HOME. Located on an extraordinary site of mature, lush landscaped gardens & lawns, the main house has an expansive feel, including formal living and dining rooms, and huge kitchen/family room. The 1BD guest house is perfectly situated close to the pool, tennis court, and wine cellar.
Public Records
Aug 12, 1993
Sold
$1,292,000
$243/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 17, 1989
Sold
$575,000
$108/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 10, 1988
Sold
$575,000
$108/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$49,729 (−0.3%)
$1,700,000 + $2,300,000
$4,000,000
2024
$49,888 (+4.2%)
$1,791,428 + $2,388,572
$4,180,000
2023
$47,869 (+6.5%)
$1,880,000 + $2,300,000
$4,180,000
2022
$44,943 (+26.6%)
$1,800,000 + $2,195,000
$3,995,000
2021
$35,494 (+0.8%)
$1,602,428 + $2,136,572
$3,739,000
2020
$35,222 (−1.7%)
$1,250,000 + $1,675,000
$2,925,000
2019
$35,834 (+10.4%)
$1,300,000 + $1,600,000
$2,900,000
2018
$32,463 (+1.5%)
$1,242,857 + $1,657,143
$2,900,000
2017
$31,990 (+5.8%)
$1,191,429 + $1,588,571
$2,780,000
2016
$30,235 (+4.0%)
$1,191,429 + $1,588,571
$2,780,000
2015
$29,066 (+8.1%)
$1,129,286 + $1,505,714
$2,635,000
2014
$26,884 (+1.8%)
$981,429 + $1,308,571
$2,290,000
2013
$26,411 (−1.9%)
$981,429 + $1,308,571
$2,290,000
2012
$26,928 (−31.7%)
$981,429 + $1,308,571
$2,290,000
2011
$39,402 (+84.1%)
$1,013,786 + $1,351,714
$2,365,500
2010
$21,405 (+0.1%)
$1,500,000 + $2,000,000
$3,500,000
2009
$21,382 (+2.9%)
$658,377 + $1,204,902
$1,863,279
2008
$20,789
$659,942 + $1,207,765
$1,867,707
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.24 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
4,167
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2612120077
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building/residential/ad/single family addition
Perform a residential addition, alteration, and reroofing project.
Addition
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building/commercial/d/demolition
Work on a horse barn and an in-law unit.
Demolition
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
Garage Spaces: 3
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Int Access From Garage, Side Yard Access, Guest, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.