Luxury Oasis in Orinda’s exclusive Sandhill enclave of Sleepy Hollow, this remodeled single-level Mid Century Modern retreat blends privacy, luxury, and seamless indoor/outdoor living with sweeping views, dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows, and nine skylights that bathe the home in warm natural light. The chef is never left out of the action with this open floor which includes a gourmet kitchen featuring a Sub-Zero refrigerator, 6-burner Wolf range, quartz countertops, and an oversized island designed for entertaining. Spa-inspired bathrooms include programmable radiant heated floors with Phylrich and Grohe fixtures, while a 7-zone HVAC mini split system provides personalized comfort throughout. The manicured backyard offers a true private haven with an outdoor BBQ, firepit, and peaceful spaces to relax, entertain, with pastoral views as if from an eagle's nest. Close to the Sleepy Hollow Swim and Tennis club, scenic trails, downtown Orinda, BART, and award-winning Orinda schools. Experience life in one of Orinda’s most coveted neighborhoods, where privacy, beauty, and luxury living come together.
For sale
$2,499,000
233 Melody Ln, Orinda, CA 94563
4beds
2,983sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$16,177/mo
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
3.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$838/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sweeping viewsGourmet kitchenDramatic floor-to-ceiling windowsPhylrich and grohe fixturesQuartz countertopsSub-zero refrigeratorSpa-inspired bathrooms
- 42 days |
- 1,510 |
- 57 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Vlatka Bathgate DRE #01390784 925-597-1573,
Coldwell Banker
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41138118
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Main Entry, Dining Room, Family Room, Office
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Updated Baths, Stone, Stall Shower, Tub, Window
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Individual Rm Controls, Radiant
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookups Only, Laundry Room, Sink
Features
- Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Engineered Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,983
- Total interior livable area: 2,983 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Access, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: No Steps to Entry
- Exterior features: Garden/Play, Garden, Private Entrance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Valley
Lot
- Size: 3.77 Acres
- Features: Sloped Down, Level, Premium Lot, Secluded, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 2662300157
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Other,Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sleepy Hollow
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Orinda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $838/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,221,381
- Annual tax amount: $15,943
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$7,883/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,499,000-9.1%$838/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $2,748,000$921/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Price change | $2,748,0000%$921/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $2,749,000-8.1%$922/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $2,990,000-9.1%$1,002/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $3,290,000-2.9%$1,103/sqft |
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| 6/6/2025 | Price change | $3,390,000-5.6%$1,136/sqft |
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| 5/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,590,000+79.5%$1,203/sqft |
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| 9/8/2015 | Listing removed | $1,999,999$670/sqft |
Source: Intero Real Estate Services #40686331 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,999,999+178.2%$670/sqft |
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| 11/5/1993 | Sold | $719,000$241/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,943 +1.6% | $1,221,381 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,695 +1.7% | $1,197,433 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,435 +3.1% | $1,173,955 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,964 +2% | $1,150,938 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,666 +1.1% | $1,128,371 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,500 +0.2% | $1,116,802 +2% |
| 2019 | $14,469 +8.3% | $1,094,905 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,362 +2.8% | $1,073,437 +2% |
| 2017 | $12,993 +2.5% | $1,052,390 +2% |
| 2016 | $12,679 +2% | $1,031,756 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,432 | $1,016,259 +2% |
| 2014 | $12,432 | $996,353 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $991,851 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $972,404 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $953,338 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $946,214 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $948,463 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $929,867 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $911,636 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $893,761 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $876,238 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $859,058 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $843,315 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $826,780 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $810,570 |
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Neighborhood: 94563
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Sleepy Hollow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Orinda Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 10/10Miramonte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Orinda (925) 254-4901
Source: CCAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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