42 La Encinal

1,719 Sq. Ft.
$771 / Sq. Ft.
1,719
Sq. Ft.
$771
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Dont miss your chance to own your dream home with breathtaking views in the Orinda Hills, just minutes from downtown! Nestled on over 1 acre, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence exudes pride of ownership and seamlessly blends rustic charm with modern luxury. Inside, you'll find a sleek, modern kitchen with high-end appliances, high ceilings with exposed beams, a cozy wood burning fireplace, and beautifully renovated bedrooms and bathrooms with new fixtures. Outside, an expansive updated redwood...Dont miss your chance to own your dream home with breathtaking views in the Orinda Hills, just minutes from downtown! Nestled on over 1 acre, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence exudes pride of ownership and seamlessly blends rustic charm with modern luxury. Inside, you'll find a sleek, modern kitchen with high-end appliances, high ceilings with exposed beams, a cozy wood burning fireplace, and beautifully renovated bedrooms and bathrooms with new fixtures. Outside, an expansive updated redwood deck and a fire pit offer the perfect setting for entertaining, while the peaceful hillside location nestled in the trees provides privacy and stunning natural beauty for those who want a retreat to relax. Additional features include owned solar panels, a Tesla Powerwall, and an EV charger and SO much more! With so many updates, this move-in-ready home is truly a must-see!
  1. Listed by Danny Mccullough • DRE #02209256 • Brokerage DRE #01527235 • Compass • 408-628-9636

Property Details for 42 La Encinal

MLS City Name
ORINDA
Building Type
Detached
Style
Cottage, Modern / High Tech, Rustic
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2
View
Forest / Woods, Hills
Cross Street
El Toyonal
LISTING UPDATED: 01/22/2025 03:25 PM

Property Details for 42 La Encinal

StatusSold
MLS #ML81980696
Days on Compass76
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built1925
Lot Size1.03 AC / 44,800 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Danny Mccullough, DRE #02209256

Sold By Twin Oaks Real Estate, Jen Mimiaga Costa, DRE #01437927

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Building Information for 42 La Encinal

Stories2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size1.03 AC / 44,800 SF

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Property Information for 42 La Encinal

Features
Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Office Area
  • Bathroom: Tile, Tub, Updated Bath
  • Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area in Living Room
  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Other, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Bay Window, High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet
  • Energy Features: Skylight, Solar Power, Solar Power Battery Backup, Thermostat Controller
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1719
  • Pool: No
  • Security Features: Security Alarm, Video / Audio System
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central AC
  • Heating: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned
  • Water: Individual Water Meter, Water Available at Street
Carport and Parking
  • Carport Min: 0
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Electric Car Hookup, No Garage, On Street
  • Garage Max: 0
  • Garage Min: 0
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Orinda
  • Roof: Composition, Metal
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 42
  • Street Name: La Encinal
  • Area ID: 5300
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 2
  • Structure SqFt: 1719
  • Structure SqFt Source: Other
  • Age: 99
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: Residential Low Density - 20, 000 sq. ft. (RL-20)
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 264-230-012-9
  • County Name: Contra Costa
  • City Name: ORINDA
  • City Postal ID: 160
  • Postal Code: 94563
  • Elementary School: 27776
  • Elementary School District: 1702
  • Middle School Text: Orinda Intermediate
  • High School District Text: Acalanes Union High
  • High School Text: Miramonte High
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Acres: 1.03
  • Lot Description: Views
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Fire Pit, Storage Shed / Structure

Property History for 42 La Encinal

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 27, 2024

Sold

MLSListings #ML81980696

$1,325,000
Dec 27, 2024

Sold

EBRD #ML81980696

$1,325,000
Dec 23, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1547639551

$1,325,000

+5.2% / yr

Dec 2, 2024

Pending

EBRD #ML81980696

Dec 2, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #ML81980696

Sep 17, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81980696

$1,350,000
Sep 17, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81980696

$1,350,000
Sep 21, 2018

Sold

MLSListings #CC40833981

$965,000
Sep 21, 2018

Sold

EBRD #40833981

$965,000
Sep 18, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #631406733

$965,000

+4.8% / yr

Aug 27, 2018

Pending

EBRD #40833981

Aug 27, 2018

Pending

MLSListings #CC40833981

Aug 10, 2018

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40833981

Aug 10, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC40833981

Aug 23, 2013

Sold

EBRD #40623101

$760,000
Aug 23, 2013

Sold

MLSListings #CC40623101

$760,000
Aug 16, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #366343188

$760,000
Jul 19, 2013

Pending

MLSListings #CC40623101

Jul 19, 2013

Pending

EBRD #40623101

Jul 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC40623101

$699,000
Jul 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40623101

$699,000
Aug 15, 1996

Sold

EBRD #26218015

$386,500
Jul 22, 1996

Sold

EBRD #10218015

$386,500
Jul 22, 1996

Pending

EBRD #10218015

Jul 22, 1996

Pending

EBRD #26218015

May 30, 1996

Listed (Active)

EBRD #10218015

$389,000
May 30, 1996

Listed (Active)

EBRD #26218015

$389,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/27/2024

Sold

MLSListings #ML81980696

$1,325,000
12/27/2024

Sold

EBRD #ML81980696

$1,325,000
12/23/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1547639551

$1,325,000

+5.2% / yr

12/02/2024

Pending

EBRD #ML81980696

12/02/2024

Pending

MLSListings #ML81980696

09/17/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #ML81980696

$1,350,000
09/17/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML81980696

$1,350,000
09/21/2018

Sold

MLSListings #CC40833981

$965,000
09/21/2018

Sold

EBRD #40833981

$965,000
09/18/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #631406733

$965,000

+4.8% / yr

08/27/2018

Pending

EBRD #40833981

08/27/2018

Pending

MLSListings #CC40833981

08/10/2018

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40833981

08/10/2018

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC40833981

08/23/2013

Sold

EBRD #40623101

$760,000
08/23/2013

Sold

MLSListings #CC40623101

$760,000
08/16/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #366343188

$760,000
07/19/2013

Pending

MLSListings #CC40623101

07/19/2013

Pending

EBRD #40623101

07/15/2013

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC40623101

$699,000
07/15/2013

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40623101

$699,000
08/15/1996

Sold

EBRD #26218015

$386,500
07/22/1996

Sold

EBRD #10218015

$386,500
07/22/1996

Pending

EBRD #10218015

07/22/1996

Pending

EBRD #26218015

05/30/1996

Listed (Active)

EBRD #10218015

$389,000
05/30/1996

Listed (Active)

EBRD #26218015

$389,000

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

Public Records for 42 La Encinal

Taxable ValueLand$1,100,000Additions$225,000Total$1,325,000
Tax Record2025$17,091 ($1,424 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,544 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,544 SqFtStories1Lot Size44,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1975ZoningR2CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN264-230-012-9Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 42 La Encinal

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
Wagner Ranch 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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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Danny Mccullough, DRE #02209256

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