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53 Monte Vista Rd

Orinda, CA 94563
  • $1,248,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 18 Days
  • ID#: 41095051
UPDATED: 29 min ago
$1,248,000
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.16
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 2,498
    SQFT
  • $500
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1949
County:

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Listing Agent(s): Karen Richmond of Compass (925-270-4269)


Description

Nestled in the desirable hills of Orinda, this livable fixer is on the market for the first time in 41 years, offering a rare opportunity to create your dream home. This 1949 cottage with Peek-a-boo view of Mt Diablo underwent a major expansion in 1977 boasting 2498 sq.ft., 3BD/2.5BA & office. Impressive living spaces w/two gas fireplaces, soaring wood-beamed ceilings, wide-plank HW floors, large windows/skylights all provide a unique architectural backdrop for an exciting new chapter! Sharpen your design skills, open concept kitchen/family combo offers plenty of room to re-create. The Japanese inspired primary suite was quite chic back in the day-keep it as is...or make it your dream retreat! Office has exterior access. Two bedrooms have ensuite sink & share Jack-and-Jill bath. Low Maintenance Yard w/small rosemary garden, decks on both levels offer seamless indoor/outdoor living from every room. Bring your contractor & see this wonderful place to call home in the sought-after neighborhood above Wagner Ranch Elementary, minutes to the Village, shopping, BART & Hwy 24 for easy commuting! OPEN SUN 5/11: 1 - 4pm

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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2025-05-14T19:36:36.703. This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Team Tami | Palm Realty Boutique. Licensed in the State of California, USA.
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53 Monte Vista Rd Orinda, CA 94563

  • Price: $1,248,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 18 Days
  • Updated: 29 min ago
  • ID#: 41095051
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
½ Baths
0.16
Acres
2,498
SQFT
$500
$/SQFT
1949
Built
Neighborhood:
None
County:
Contra Costa
Property Description
Nestled in the desirable hills of Orinda, this livable fixer is on the market for the first time in 41 years, offering a rare opportunity to create your dream home. This 1949 cottage with Peek-a-boo view of Mt Diablo underwent a major expansion in 1977 boasting 2498 sq.ft., 3BD/2.5BA & office. Impressive living spaces w/two gas fireplaces, soaring wood-beamed ceilings, wide-plank HW floors, large windows/skylights all provide a unique architectural backdrop for an exciting new chapter! Sharpen your design skills, open concept kitchen/family combo offers plenty of room to re-create. The Japanese inspired primary suite was quite chic back in the day-keep it as is...or make it your dream retreat! Office has exterior access. Two bedrooms have ensuite sink & share Jack-and-Jill bath. Low Maintenance Yard w/small rosemary garden, decks on both levels offer seamless indoor/outdoor living from every room. Bring your contractor & see this wonderful place to call home in the sought-after neighborhood above Wagner Ranch Elementary, minutes to the Village, shopping, BART & Hwy 24 for easy commuting! OPEN SUN 5/11: 1 - 4pm
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Contemporary Attached Garage YN Yes Construction Materials Wood Siding Lot Features Sloped DownFront YardYard Other Structures Storage Parking Features GarageGarage Door OpenerOtherOne Space Parking Total 4 Patio And Porch Features Deck Pool Features None Pool Private YN No Roof Tar/Gravel

Interior Features

Appliances DryerWasher Cooling None Cooling YN No Fireplace Features Family RoomGasLiving Room Fireplace YN Yes Flooring CarpetVinylWood Heating ElectricForced AirSpace Heater Heating YN Yes Interior Features Breakfast BarEat-in Kitchen

Property Features

Association YN No Garage YN Yes Levels Two Listing Agreement Exclusive Right To Sell Listing Service Full Service Listing Terms CashConventional New Construction YN No Possession Close Of Escrow Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Sewer Public Sewer



Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 2025-05-14T19:36:36.703. This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Team Tami | Palm Realty Boutique. Licensed in the State of California, USA.
 
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