Rare opportunity to own this beautifully updated 1930s Cape Cod Orinda Charmer set in a magical Redwood grove on an expansive flat lot offering panoramic views of the hills. Enter the main living space with open beam ceilings, gas fireplace, and large picture windows overlooking the lawn & garden with sweeping views of Mt Diablo and Briones Reservoir. Private master suite plus separate office or extra bedroom and spa-like bathroom with soaker tub and separate shower surrounded by custom tile. The brand-new kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including new Miele stovetop, and ample pantry space. A few steps will take you into the second wing of this home and another bonus living space with spectacular views, charming reading nook, two additional bedrooms, and updated bathroom. Downstairs you’ll find a functional utility room with laundry, and a fully finished large bonus TV room, office, or game room. Spend time meandering through the park-like front & back yard among the Redwoods complete with raised flower bed, level lawn, rock walls, playhouse, two large front & back composite decks, and a built-in BBQ with fridge. The unique outdoor space is both a nature lover’s retreat and an entertainer’s delight. This beauty is sure to go fast!
Sold for $1,910,000
$1,910,000
225 El Toyonal, Orinda, CA 94563
4beds
2,178sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
0.51 Acres Lot
$1,942,600 Zestimate®
$877/sqft
$5,722 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,942,600
$1.73M - $2.18M
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Listed by:
Brionna Chang DRE #01416218 925-357-0779,
Redfin
Bought with:
Ann Sharf, DRE #01156966
Village Associates Real Estate
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41052017
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bathroom
- Features: Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Island, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,178
- Total interior livable area: 2,178 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Private Entrance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: Premium Lot, Secluded, Private, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 2650510148
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Orinda
- Subdivision: Not Listed
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Price range: $1.9M - $1.9M
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2024 | Sold | $1,910,000+6.1%$877/sqft |
Source:  Bay East AOR #41052017 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2024 | Pending sale | $1,800,000$826/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41052017 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000+35.8%$826/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41052017 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2015 | Sold | $1,325,000+19.4%$608/sqft |
Source: CCAR #40717978 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2007 | Sold | $1,110,000+78.2%$510/sqft |
Source: CCAR #40265858 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/1999 | Sold | $623,000+28.5%$286/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/1994 | Sold | $485,000$223/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,208 -2% | $1,948,200 +26.7% |
| 2024 | $24,694 +27.8% | $1,537,769 +2% |
| 2023 | $19,328 +2.8% | $1,507,618 +2% |
| 2022 | $18,810 +15.5% | $1,478,058 +12% |
| 2021 | $16,286 +3.4% | $1,320,000 +3.9% |
| 2020 | $15,743 -1.7% | $1,270,000 |
| 2019 | $16,011 -1.3% | $1,270,000 -7.9% |
| 2018 | $16,225 +2.6% | $1,378,530 +2% |
| 2017 | $15,807 +2.4% | $1,351,500 +2% |
| 2016 | $15,441 | $1,325,000 |
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Neighborhood: 94563
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Wagner Ranch Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Orinda Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 10/10Miramonte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
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- Contra Costa County
- Orinda
- 94563
- 225 El Toyonal
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