53 Van Ripper Ln

2,439 Sq. Ft.
$964 / Sq. Ft.
2,439
Sq. Ft.
$964
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Stunning remodeled one-story home in Sleepy Hollow blends classic charm with modern upgrades & features lush, professionally landscaped gardens. The inviting living room boasts tall ceilings, a decorative fireplace, hardwood floors, built-ins & transom windows. Sliding doors open to a front deck with sweeping Berkeley Hills views. The great room connects the dining, family, & kitchen areas with backyard access. The chef's kitchen includes quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, an island with a Wolf...Stunning remodeled one-story home in Sleepy Hollow blends classic charm with modern upgrades & features lush, professionally landscaped gardens. The inviting living room boasts tall ceilings, a decorative fireplace, hardwood floors, built-ins & transom windows. Sliding doors open to a front deck with sweeping Berkeley Hills views. The great room connects the dining, family, & kitchen areas with backyard access. The chef's kitchen includes quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, an island with a Wolf cooktop, GE Profile wall ovens, a Bosch dishwasher, & a Sub-Zero refrigerator. 2 bedrooms share a remodeled bath & a 3rd has an en suite bath. The laundry closet has built-in cabinetry & a new LG washer/dryer. The private primary suite offers a sitting area, built-in closets, peaceful backyard views, & an upgraded stone bathroom with dual sinks, shower, & heated floors. The front yard features a stunning, drought-tolerant garden with fountain. The backyard boasts sunny patios, raised garden beds, mature trees, & an upper terrace. Front and back yards could be converted back to flat grass as prior photos show. A detached 2-car garage includes built-in storage. the Orinda lifestyle: swim/tennis clubs, scenic hiking trails, a farmer’s market, a vibrant downtown, & easy access to SF.
  1. Listed by Terri Walker • DRE #01330081 • Coldwell Banker

Property Details for 53 Van Ripper Lane

City
ORINDA
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
SLEEPY HOLLOW
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Custom
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage
LISTING UPDATED: 05/10/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 53 Van Ripper Lane

StatusSold
MLS #41091648
Days on Compass18
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,500 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker, Terri Walker, DRE #01330081

Sold By Compass, Eileen Townsend, DRE #02019343

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Building Information for 53 Van Ripper Lane

Stories1Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,500 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,727 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,453

Property Taxes

$2,274

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 53 Van Ripper Lane

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Decorative Only
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: In Closet
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Oven Built-in
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central 1 Zone A/C
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: None
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Siding - Lap
  • Lot Description: Level, Up Slope
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 30500
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 30500.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2439
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Sprinklers Automatic, Terraced Up
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Acres: 0.7
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Lombardy to Van Ripper
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 266-110-003-8
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 53 Van Ripper Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 9, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #41091648

$2,350,000
May 9, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #CC41091648

$2,350,000
May 9, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41091648

$2,350,000
Apr 29, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557190983

$2,350,000

+1.9% / yr

Apr 22, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41091648

Apr 22, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #CC41091648

Apr 21, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #41091648

Apr 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC41091648

$2,325,000
Apr 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41091648

$2,325,000
Apr 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41091648

$2,325,000
May 22, 2007

Sold

MLSListings #CC40258893

$1,675,000
May 22, 2007

Sold

EBRD #40258893

$1,675,000
May 17, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #219748050

$1,675,000
Apr 21, 2007

Pending

EBRD #40258893

Apr 21, 2007

Pending

MLSListings #CC40258893

Apr 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40258893

$1,775,000
Apr 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC40258893

$1,775,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/09/2025

Sold

CRMLS #41091648

$2,350,000
05/09/2025

Sold

MLSListings #CC41091648

$2,350,000
05/09/2025

Sold

EBRD #41091648

$2,350,000
04/29/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557190983

$2,350,000

+1.9% / yr

04/22/2025

Pending

EBRD #41091648

04/22/2025

Pending

MLSListings #CC41091648

04/21/2025

Pending

CRMLS #41091648

04/04/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC41091648

$2,325,000
04/04/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41091648

$2,325,000
04/04/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41091648

$2,325,000
05/22/2007

Sold

MLSListings #CC40258893

$1,675,000
05/22/2007

Sold

EBRD #40258893

$1,675,000
05/17/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #219748050

$1,675,000
04/21/2007

Pending

EBRD #40258893

04/21/2007

Pending

MLSListings #CC40258893

04/16/2007

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40258893

$1,775,000
04/16/2007

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC40258893

$1,775,000

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

Public Records for 53 Van Ripper Lane

Taxable ValueLand$1,607,742Additions$636,392Total$2,244,134
Tax Record2025$27,284 ($2,274 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,292 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,292 SqFtStories1Lot Size30,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated1971ZoningR-40/SD-1CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN266-110-003-8Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 53 Van Ripper Lane

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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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker, Terri Walker, DRE #01330081

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