Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,125 sqft$1,216/sqft
18 Sycamore Rd, Orinda, CA 94563
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.63 acresLot Size
1953Year Built
$1,216/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

A Rare Opportunity on Sycamore Road! Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. Tucked behind private gates at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on one of North Orinda's most coveted streets, this 1.63 acre property presents an exceptional opportunity. Sycamore Road is known for its estate properties, timeless appeal, and homes that are rarely offered for sale. The recent neighboring sale on Sycamore Road highlights the extraordinary demand for this tightly held and highly sought-after enclave....A Rare Opportunity on Sycamore Road! Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. Tucked behind private gates at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on one of North Orinda's most coveted streets, this 1.63 acre property presents an exceptional opportunity. Sycamore Road is known for its estate properties, timeless appeal, and homes that are rarely offered for sale. The recent neighboring sale on Sycamore Road highlights the extraordinary demand for this tightly held and highly sought-after enclave. Surrounded by majestic heritage oaks and towering trees, the approximately 3,125 square foot single story ranch is perfectly positioned within a serene, park-like setting. Walls of windows invite natural light throughout the home while framing picturesque views of the surrounding gardens and woodland landscape. Spacious living and entertaining areas flow effortlessly to expansive decks, covered loggias, patios, and the sprawling grounds beyond, creating an exceptional indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The home offers a wonderful foundation with generous room sizes and a functional floor plan ready for its next chapter. The property's expansive, mostly level grounds are a defining feature, offering abundant space for additions to the exceptional outdoor living - pool, guest house, outdoor kitchen, sport court, or beautifully curated gardens. Located just minutes from downtown Orinda, top-rated schools, Orinda Country Club, BART, Highway 24, this exceptional property combines privacy, convenience, and one of the East Bay's most desirable addresses. Properties on Sycamore Road seldom come to market. Whether your vision is to thoughtfully renovate, expand, or reimagine the existing home, this remarkable property offers the location, land and setting to create something truly special. This is a rare chance to secure one of the community's premier addresses and create something truly extraordinary.
  • Listed by: Molly Smith DRE #01498053 • Village Associates Real Estate
Listing closed: 08/24/2026 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 41143394

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Listing Courtesy of Village Associates Real Estate, Molly Smith, DRE #01498053

Sold By Village Associates Real Estate, Shannon Conner, DRE #01885058

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Property Information for 18 Sycamore Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Detached
  • City: ORINDA
  • Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: ORINDA C.C.
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage/Parking: Parking Area, No Garage
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Lot Size: 1.63 AC / 71,000 SF
Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Dining Room, Living Room, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Stone (Marble, Slate etc., Tile, Vinyl, Engineered Wood
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Cabinets, Sink
  • Pool Type: Possible Pool Site
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s)
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area, Formal Dining Room
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Solid Surface, Double Vanity, Window
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tub, Closet, Double Vanity
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Lot Description: Court, Sloped Down, Level, Premium Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Pool Site, Private, Security Gate
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 71000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 71000.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 3125
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Laundry Facility, No Steps to Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio, Patio Covered, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Front, Storage, Private
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Acres: 1.63
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Miner Rd to Sycamore Rd
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 261-200-018-8
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 18 Sycamore Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 24, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #CC41143394

$3,800,000
Aug 24, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #41143394

$3,800,000
Aug 24, 2026

Sold

EBRD #41143394

$3,800,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/24/2026

Sold

MLSListings #CC41143394

$3,800,000
08/24/2026

Sold

CRMLS #41143394

$3,800,000
08/24/2026

Sold

EBRD #41143394

$3,800,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 18 Sycamore Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,976,760Additions$674,179Total$2,650,939
Tax Record2025$31,704 ($2,642 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,067 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,067 SqFtStories1Lot Size71,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953Year Renovated1990CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN261-200-018

Schools near 18 Sycamore Road

This home is within Acalanes Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Orinda Intermediate School
Public6 to 8

Miramonte High School
Public9 to 12

Acalanes Center For Independent Study
Public9 to 12

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