Sold
Last Sold Price
236,095 Lot Size5.42 Acres

229 Orchard Rd, Orinda, CA 94563

LandProperty Type
5.42 acresLot Size

Description

Undeniable 'trophy' property, rarely available in Orinda on a site of over 5 Acres. Spectacular views and southwest expose for photovoltaic/solar gain. Ultimate privacy, yet convenient for easy access to town and commute. Price reflects work to do with private driveway, but substantial benefits follow, -with possible vineyard, horses, and for a premium gated estate feel. Perfect considerable gentle areas for sprawling yards, pool, gardens etc. Secure this site and build exactly what you've been unable...Undeniable 'trophy' property, rarely available in Orinda on a site of over 5 Acres. Spectacular views and southwest expose for photovoltaic/solar gain. Ultimate privacy, yet convenient for easy access to town and commute. Price reflects work to do with private driveway, but substantial benefits follow, -with possible vineyard, horses, and for a premium gated estate feel. Perfect considerable gentle areas for sprawling yards, pool, gardens etc. Secure this site and build exactly what you've been unable find in this incredibly competitive market. All services available at Orchard Rd.
  • Listed by: Gerry Bakalian DRE #01189882 • Gerry Bakalian, Broker
Listing closed: 06/22/2018 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 40827243
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$980,000

Avg days on market

51

Sale-to-list ratio

89.1%

Orinda, CA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Gerry Bakalian, Broker, Gerry Bakalian, DRE #01189882

Sold By A.B.A REALTY & INVESTMENT INC., HUI HU, DRE #01985132

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Property Information for 229 Orchard Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: LOTS AND LAND / Lots and Land
  • City: ORINDA
  • Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: GLORIETTA
  • Building Type: Lots and Land
  • Property Sub Type: Lots and Land
  • View: Canyon, City Lights, Greenbelt, Hills, Panoramic, Ridge

Building Information

  • Lot Size: 5.42 AC

Features

Utility Details
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public

Lot / Property Details

Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Lot / Land Details
  • Assessments: No
  • Building Pad: No
  • Corners Marked: No
  • Development Status: Finished Lot, Site Plan
  • Dimensions (Front): 465
  • Dimensions (Rear): 577
  • Dimensions (Side 1): 475
  • Dimensions (Side 2): 446
  • Mineral Rights: Above 500 Ft
  • Road Improvements: City Street, Paved
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Use Zoning: Agricultural, Horses Possible, Residential, Single Family
  • Utility Availability: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Sewer, Telephone, Water
  • Utility on Site: Other
Property Details
  • Lot Description: Agriculture Use, Horses Possible, Premium Lot, Up Slope, Vineyard
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 236095
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 236095.0
  • Zoning: R-20
  • Acres: 5.4
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Orinda (925) 254-4901
  • Directions to Property: Moraga Wy, Glorietta, E Orchard
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 270-410-005-2
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA

Additional Information

Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No
  • Elementary School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
  • High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900

Property History for 229 Orchard Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 22, 2018

Sold

MLSListings #CC40827243

$414,000—
Jun 22, 2018

Sold

EBRD #40827243

$414,000—
Jun 21, 2018

Pending

MLSListings #CC40827243

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/22/2018

Sold

MLSListings #CC40827243

$414,000
06/22/2018

Sold

EBRD #40827243

$414,000
06/21/2018

Pending

MLSListings #CC40827243

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

Public Records for 229 Orchard Road

Taxable Value

Land

$480,479

Additions

-
Total$480,479

Tax Record

2025

$6,515 ($543 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

0

Lot Size

236,095 SqFt

Style

Residential

County

CONTRA COSTA

APN

270-410-005

Schools near 229 Orchard 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
Del Rey 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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 229 Orchard Road, Orinda, CA 94563
$414,000
–
–
–
236,095
$600,000
5
2,675
27,000
$1,900,000
4
3,231
28,750
$1,100,000
4
2,865
21,800
–
5
4
3,836
27,442
$185,000
–
–
–
5

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Listing Courtesy of Gerry Bakalian, Broker, Gerry Bakalian, DRE #01189882

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