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Sold for $1,181,000 on 07/18/25
  • $1,181,000

    53 Monte Vista Rd, Orinda, CA 94563

    3beds
    2,498sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1949
    6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
    $1,180,800 Zestimate®
    $473/sqft
    $7,595 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Great Value! Tons of Character in the desirable hills of Orinda, this livable fixer on the market for the first time in 41 years, offers a rare opportunity to create your dream home. Quiet and serene with Peek-a-boo views of Mt Diablo, this special home underwent a major expansion in 1977 boasting 2498 sq.ft., 3BD/2.5BA & office. Impressive living spaces w/two gas fireplaces, soaring wood-beamed ceilings, wide-plank HW floors, large windows/skylights all provide a unique architectural backdrop for an exciting new chapter! Sharpen your design skills, open concept kitchen/family combo offers plenty of room to re-create. The Japanese inspired primary suite was chic back in the day-keep it as is...or craft your perfect escape! Office has exterior access. Two bedrooms have ensuite sink & share Jack-and-Jill bath. Low Maintenance Yard w/small rosemary garden, decks on both levels offer seamless indoor/outdoor living from every room. Bring your contractor & see this wonderful place to call home in the sought-after neighborhood above Wagner Ranch Elementary, minutes to the Village, shopping, BART & Hwy 24 for easy commuting!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 18, 2025 at 05:38pm

    Listed by:

    Karen Richmond DRE #01722616 925-852-1100,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Jonathan Reining, DRE #02217990

    Compass

    Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41095051MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Partial bathrooms: 1
    Kitchen
    • Features: Breakfast Bar, Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Wet Bar
    Heating
    • Electric, Forced Air, Space Heater
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Storage, Breakfast Bar, Wet Bar
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet, Cork
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,498
    • Total interior livable area: 2,498 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Space Per Unit - 2, Other, Garage Door Opener
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Terrace
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 6,969 sqft
    • Features: Sloped Down, Irregular Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Side Yard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2640500258
    • Special conditions: Subject to Court Confirmation

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Brown Shingle,Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Shingles
    • Roof: Tar/Gravel,Cement
    Condition
    • Existing
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1949

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: No Solar
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Orinda
    • Subdivision: None
    Services availability
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    Estimated market value

    $1,180,800