Welcome to a private sanctuary in the heart of Orinda, where mid-century modern elegance meets the ease of single-level living. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the home with natural light and forest views, while a Japanese garden out front and a spacious private deck in back create a seamless connection to nature. Inside, expansive rooms deck set the stage for grand entertaining, complemented by a sleek updated kitchen, spa-like bathrooms, and a serene Primary Suite with its own deck. A large detached garage offers generous storage and build-out potential, making this home a rare blend of comfort, style, and opportunity. Conveniently located close to the village with restaurants, shopping and easy access to BART and the SF commute.
Sold for $1,650,000
$1,650,000
41 Tara Rd, Orinda, CA 94563
2beds
1,764sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.41 Acres Lot
$1,588,300 Zestimate®
$935/sqft
$5,298 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,588,300
$1.43M - $1.76M
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Single-level livingMid-century modern eleganceForest viewsSerene primary suiteJapanese gardenSpacious private deckPrivate sanctuary
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Listed by:
Anja Plowright DRE #01351797 510-593-8376,
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Bought with:
Norah Brower, DRE #01197240
Vanguard Properties
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41098776
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Features
- Dining Area, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,764
- Total interior livable area: 1,764 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2682410069
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Orinda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $935/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,270,000
- Annual tax amount: $15,937
- Date on market: 5/27/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $1,650,000+13.8%$935/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41098776 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$822/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41098776 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$822/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41098776 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,937 +496.6% | $1,270,000 +1012.9% |
| 2024 | $2,671 -8.4% | $114,117 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,916 +0.6% | $111,880 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,898 +2% | $109,687 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,843 +2.6% | $107,537 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,771 +0.1% | $106,436 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,767 +18.4% | $104,350 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,337 +4.3% | $102,305 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,242 +3% | $100,300 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,177 +3.9% | $98,334 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,094 | $96,858 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,094 | $94,962 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $94,534 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $92,681 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $90,864 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $90,186 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $90,401 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $88,629 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $86,892 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $85,189 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $83,520 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $81,883 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $80,383 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $78,808 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $77,264 |
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Neighborhood: 94563
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Glorietta Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Orinda Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 10/10Miramonte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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