8 Sycamore Road

Sold 5/6/26Virtual Tour
Sold 5/6/26Virtual Tour
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$7,500,000
5 beds5,310 sqft
8 Sycamore Rd, Orinda, CA 94563
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.24 acresLot Size
1955Year Built
$1,412/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

A Private World, Moments from Everything. Garden mornings, tennis afternoons, and evenings by the wine cellar await at this rare Sycamore Road property in Orinda. Set on 1.24 acres, this single level home features a main residence and a private one bedroom, one bath guest house, surrounded by mature landscaping, curated gardens, and fruit trees. Designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining, the property offers seamless indoor outdoor flow with expansive grounds that invite gathering,...A Private World, Moments from Everything. Garden mornings, tennis afternoons, and evenings by the wine cellar await at this rare Sycamore Road property in Orinda. Set on 1.24 acres, this single level home features a main residence and a private one bedroom, one bath guest house, surrounded by mature landscaping, curated gardens, and fruit trees. Designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining, the property offers seamless indoor outdoor flow with expansive grounds that invite gathering, recreation, and quiet retreat. A full size tennis court, pool, and wine cellar create a lifestyle rarely found in such a serene and private setting. Ample parking includes a circular driveway, an attached two car garage, and a detached one car garage behind a gate. Inside and out, the home reflects a timeless sensibility, unpretentious, refined, and deeply connected to its natural surroundings. Open spaces, abundant light, and thoughtful design make it equally suited for relaxed daily living or hosting on any scale. Private, timeless, and rarely available, this exceptional estate offers a unique opportunity to enjoy space, beauty, and convenience on one of Orinda’s most sought after streets. Close to top rated schools, Orinda Country Club, and commute. Addt'l details + floorplans 8SycamoreRd.
  • Listed by: Molly Smith DRE #01498053 • Village Associates Real Estate
Listing closed: 05/06/2026 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 41130770
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Listing Courtesy of Village Associates Real Estate, Molly Smith, DRE #01498053

Sold By Gerry Bakalian, Broker, Gerry Bakalian, DRE #01189882

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Property Information for 8 Sycamore Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Detached
  • County: Contra Costa County
  • City: ORINDA
  • Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: ORINDA C.C.
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Style: Traditional
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage/Parking: Attached, Detached, Int Access From Garage, Side Yard Access, Guest, EV Charger
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Lot Size: 1.24 AC / 54,014 SF
Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Family Room, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Carpet
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Cabinets, Sink
  • Pool Type: Gas Heat, In Ground, Pool House, Pool/Spa Combo
  • Pool: Private
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Additional Rooms: Guest House
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 5.0
  • Room Additional: GuestHouse, Eat-In Kitchen, Wine Cellar
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Updated Baths, Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s), Window
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Double Strapped Water Htr
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco, Wood Siding, Brick Veneer Skirt
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Premium Lot, Back Yard, Garden, Landscaped
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 54014
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 54014.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 5310
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 5 Bedrooms, 5+ Baths, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Garden/Play, Patio, Side Yard, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Acres: 1.24
Location Details
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 261-212-007-7
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 8 Sycamore Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 6, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #CC41130770

$7,500,000—
May 6, 2026

Sold

EBRD #41130770

$7,500,000—
May 6, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #41130770

$7,500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/06/2026

Sold

MLSListings #CC41130770

$7,500,000
05/06/2026

Sold

EBRD #41130770

$7,500,000
05/06/2026

Sold

CRMLS #41130770

$7,500,000

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

Public Records for 8 Sycamore Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,700,000Additions$2,300,000Total$4,000,000
Tax Record2025$49,729 ($4,144 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,167 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,167 SqFtStories1Lot Size54,014 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1990CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN261-212-007

Schools near 8 Sycamore Road

This home is within Acalanes Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Orinda Intermediate School
Public - 6 to 8
Miramonte High School
Public - 9 to 12
Acalanes Center For Independent Study
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

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: 8 Sycamore Road, Orinda, CA 94563
$7,500,000
5
5,310
54,014
10 Sycamore Road, Orinda, CA 94563
–
3
2.5
2,346
44,000
11 Sycamore Road, Orinda, CA 94563
$1,291,000
4
2,600
44,950
7 Sycamore Road, Orinda, CA 94563
$5,300,000
6
7
5,151
59,677
550 Miner Road, Orinda, CA 94563
–
6
4
3,978
77,972
566 Miner Road, Orinda, CA 94563
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4
4.5
4,594
65,340

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