Charming Detached 1-Bedroom Cottage in Orinda
Enjoy privacy, comfort, and a peaceful setting in this nearly new, detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage at 71 Meadow View Road in Orinda.
Approximately 400 sq. ft., this standalone unit has no shared walls and features vaulted ceilings that make the home feel bright, open, and surprisingly spacious.
Utilities are fairly allocated: this ADU pays only 20% of the property's water and PG&E bills, while garbage service is shared equally with the neighboring ADU.
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Highlights include:
Private, detached cottage
1 bedroom / 1 bathroom
Approximately 400 sq. ft.
Nearly new construction
Vaulted ceilings
Split-system heating and air conditioning
Plenty of storage
Quiet, peaceful natural setting
Convenient access to Highway 24
Close to shopping, restaurants, and amenities in both Orinda and Lafayette
Close to the Lafayette reservoir upper trail.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a quiet, private, well-maintained home while still being conveniently located near town and major transportation routes.
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to make this beautiful home yours!
Monthly rent: $2,250
Security deposit: $2,250
Sorry no pets allowed.
Third party applications will not be accepted.
Alex Gonzalez DRE License #01450368
AAA Property Management DRE License #00856331
AAA PROPERTY MANAGEMENT POLICIES AND DISCLOSURES
RENTAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
AAA Property Management is an equal opportunity housing provider and strictly adheres to Fair Housing Laws. AAA Property Management does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status or disability.
All occupants 18 years or older must apply as an Applicant and will be required to sign a lease/rental agreement. Occupants who are 18 years of age or older and considered to be under the care of adult occupant may be exempt from qualifying and signing a lease/rental agreement. This may include, but not be limited to; adult children of adult occupant, non working parents of adult occupant, etc.
Applicants will be qualified based on the following criteria:
Credit History:
*Minimum Fico Score 700
Applicants who have filed bankruptcy within the last three (3) years will be declined.
Applicants with any unpaid collection accounts will be declined.
Applicants with any charge offs within the last (2) will be declined.
Applicants with no credit history may be declined.
Applicants must have a minimum of two (2) satisfactory credit report accounts to be considered.
Applicants with current unpaid late payments, liens, judgments will be denied.
Applicants with paid late payments must have two satisfactory accounts for each late payment or applicant will be denied.
Rental History:
Applicant must have two (2) years of verifiable rental history. If Applicant has lived in a property owned by Applicant for four (4) or more of previous years, verifiable rental history requirement will be waived.
Applicant must receive satisfactory standing from current and previous landlord (s) in regards to payment history, condition of property during tenancy, upon vacating and ability to adhere to terms of lease agreement and/or any rules or regulations with regard to Property.
Applicant(s) with a prior eviction or unlawful detainer will be declined.
Income Requirement:
Applicant must have two (2) years of verifiable income history.
Total gross income of all qualified Applicants as signatures on lease must equal to a minimum of three (3) times the monthly rent amount.
Applicant(s) are hereby made aware that the Security Deposit will be equal to 100% of monthly rental amount (rounded to nearest $100.00). The Security Deposit may be increased for pets. Final acceptance of Applicant(s) is the decision of the Property Owner and not AAA Property Management. All decisions will be made by Owner within the guidelines of current Real Estate Laws and Requirements.
Apartment for rent
$2,295/moFees may apply
71 Meadow View Rd, # B, Orinda, CA 94563
1beds
400sqft
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Apartment
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No pets
In unit laundry
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Orinda
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,295+15%$6/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Listing removed | $1,995$5/sqft |
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| 7/2/2025 | Price change | $1,995-9.1%$5/sqft |
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| 6/24/2025 | Price change | $2,195-0.2%$5/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,200$6/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 94563
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Glorietta Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Orinda Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 10/10Miramonte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi







