Japanese Mid-Century Modern Family Compound in Orinda Country Club Area
Perched on a flat hilltop within the serene oak forests of Orinda, this rare multi-generational estate offers privacy, modern living, and timeless design. A 5-car garage provides generous parking, while inside, soaring ceilings and expansive living spaces create an atmosphere of elegance and comfort. The floor plan caters equally to lively entertaining and tranquil everyday living. The residence boasts 4 en-suite bedrooms, including a primary with dual closets. A library invites quiet reflection, while a theater/event room is perfect for hosting gatherings. Wellness and leisure abound with a gym, sauna, pool, hot tub, and a lighted tennis court. The grounds feature three gardens, waterfalls, and a tranquil koi pond. Detached quarters provide comfort for extended family, while EV stations ensure modern convenience. From every vantage point, savor oak forest views and unmated privacy. This estate is just mins from The Villages, DT Orinda, BART, and HWY 24 & 680. A short drive connects you to the vibrancy of San Francisco, Oakland, and their airports. This Orinda Family Compound is more than a home- it is a lifestyle, blending elegance, recreation, and multi-generational living in one remarkable property.
Sold for $5,000,000
$5,000,000
12 Las Aromas, Orinda, CA 94563
8beds
9,232sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1936
1.34 Acres Lot
$4,863,400 Zestimate®
$542/sqft
$4,782 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,863,400
$4.38M - $5.40M
$4,782/mo
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Three gardensLighted tennis courtSerene oak forestsTranquil koi pondUnmated privacyOak forest viewsSoaring ceilings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Josh Chavez 01827938 650-294-8476,
Rainmaker Real Estate 650-898-7246
Bought with:
Michelle Torretta, 01771420
The Agency
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82026700
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 11
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room, Laundry, Media Room, Office, Utility Room
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, PrimarySuiteRetreat2plus, WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus, PrimaryBedroom2plus, GroundFloorPrimaryBedroom2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimarySunkenTub, PrimaryTubwJets, ShowerandTub, Stone, Tile, TubinPrimaryBedroom, TubwJets, FullonGroundFloor, PrimaryOversizedTub
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea, FormalDiningRoom, Other
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_Granite, ExhaustFan, Other
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Other, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- High Ceilings, One Or More Skylights, Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Security Gate
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,232
- Total interior livable area: 9,232 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached, Covered, Detached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Electric Gate, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 7
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Lower Light Switches
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced, Tennis Court(s), Courtyard
- Pool features: Pool Cover, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo, Sauna or Steam Room
- Spa features: Pool/SpaCombo
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard,Gate,Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Other
Lot
- Size: 1.34 Acres
- Features: Mostly Level, Other
Details
- Additional structures: Garage, Other, TennisRaquetball
- Parcel number: 2620520110
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom,Modern/HighTech
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Masonry Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Other, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Other, Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $49 monthly
Location
- Region: Orinda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $542/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,049,763
- Annual tax amount: $25,870
- Date on market: 11/4/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: OwnerMayCarry, VALoan, CashorConventionalLoan, Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | Sold | $5,000,000-12%$542/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Contingent | $5,685,000$616/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,685,000+209.4%$616/sqft |
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| 3/28/2019 | Sold | $1,837,500-34%$199/sqft |
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| 2/6/2019 | Pending sale | $2,785,000$302/sqft |
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| 1/15/2019 | Price change | $2,785,000-12.6%$302/sqft |
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| 11/19/2018 | Price change | $3,187,500-2.7%$345/sqft |
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| 10/4/2018 | Price change | $3,275,000-1.8%$355/sqft |
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| 9/13/2018 | Price change | $3,335,000+17.3%$361/sqft |
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| 9/11/2018 | Listed for sale | $2,842,000+18.4%$308/sqft |
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| 4/30/2018 | Sold | $2,399,469$260/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,870 +1.5% | $2,049,763 +2% |
| 2024 | $25,491 +1.7% | $2,009,573 +2% |
| 2023 | $25,060 +1.1% | $1,970,170 +2% |
| 2022 | $24,790 +2.1% | $1,931,540 +2% |
| 2021 | $24,281 +1.2% | $1,893,667 +1% |
| 2020 | $23,986 +0.2% | $1,874,250 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $23,931 -33.1% | $1,836,000 -39.7% |
| 2018 | $35,761 +3% | $3,044,045 +2% |
| 2017 | $34,724 +2.5% | $2,984,358 +2% |
| 2016 | $33,876 +1.9% | $2,925,842 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $33,249 | $2,881,894 +2% |
| 2014 | $33,249 | $2,825,443 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $2,812,675 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,757,525 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,703,457 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,683,253 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,689,628 +2.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,615,611 +3.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,535,208 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $2,485,499 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $2,436,764 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $2,388,985 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $2,345,201 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $2,299,218 +21.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $1,895,814 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94563
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Sleepy Hollow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Orinda Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 10/10Miramonte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: SleepyHollowElementary_1
- Middle: OrindaIntermediate
- High: MiramonteHigh
- District: OrindaUnionElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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