Rare opportunity to own a piece of Orinda history. Set on nearly half an acre of beautifully mature landscaping, this classic 1948 home has been lovingly held by the same family for over six decades and it's ready for its next chapter. With 2,261 sq ft of living space across 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the layout offers genuine bones, hardwood floors, and generous proportions. The kitchen is appointed with high-end appliances, and sweeping hill views frame the property beautifully. The expansive lot provides the privacy and outdoor space that simply don't exist in newer developments. The 2-car garage, established grounds, and coveted location within one of Orinda's most desirable neighborhoods round out a property with real staying power. Comprehensive inspection reports are available through disclosures and buyers are encouraged to review and come prepared. Priced to reflect the opportunity to update, repair and personalize, this is a chance to secure a property of rare character in a prime school district community, then make it entirely your own. No open houses will be held. Please park in the home's driveway or along the front of the property. Kindly do not use neighboring driveways or yards. Homes like this don't come to market often. When they do, they don't last.
For sale
$1,529,000
274 Orchard Rd, Orinda, CA 94563
3beds
2,261sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
0.46 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$676/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Established groundsGenuine bonesGenerous proportionsHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Glen Riggs DRE #02161397 glen@glenriggs.com,
Exp Realty Of California, Inc
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41137076
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Main Entry, Family Room, Dining Room, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Tub, Marble, Window, Stall Shower, Closet
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
Heating
- Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Screens, Window Coverings
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,261
- Total interior livable area: 2,261 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Garden/Play, Private Entrance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Sloped Down, Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard, Side Yard, Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 2703020012
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Composition Shingles, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System Owned, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Orinda Glorietta
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Orinda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $676/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $247,947
- Annual tax amount: $4,546
- Price range: $1.5M - $1.5M
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,529,000$676/sqft |
Source:  Bay East AOR #41137076 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,546 +1.6% | $247,947 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,472 +1.7% | $243,087 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,397 +8.3% | $238,321 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,060 +2.1% | $233,649 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,976 +2.1% | $229,069 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,893 +0.2% | $226,721 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,887 +6.7% | $222,276 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,642 +3.6% | $217,919 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,514 +2.8% | $213,647 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,419 +3.1% | $209,459 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,317 | $206,313 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,317 | $202,273 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $201,360 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $197,413 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $193,543 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $192,097 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $192,555 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $188,780 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $185,080 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $181,452 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $177,895 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $174,408 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $171,212 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $167,856 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $164,566 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 94563
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Del Rey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Orinda Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Miramonte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Orinda (925) 254-4901
Source: Bay East AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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