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  • $1,965,000

    6 Monte Vista Rd, Orinda, CA 94563

    3beds
    3,179sqft
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    $12,589/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1958
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $618/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Stunning glass staircaseMajestic oaksWalls of windowsHillside viewsTerraced rose gardensBeautifully landscaped groundsSweeping panoramic views
    Nestled among the rolling Orinda hills with sweeping panoramic views, this exceptional contemporary estate offers striking architecture, refined design, and seamless indoor-outdoor living just minutes from downtown Orinda. The property features a 2,921± sq ft main residence with 3 bedrooms plus a spacious den, 3 full bathrooms, and a 258± sq ft detached studio with a full bath—ideal for a wellness retreat, home office, or creative studio. A dramatic two-story foyer with soaring cathedral ceilings, a stunning glass staircase, walls of windows, and rich hardwood floors welcomes you inside. The expansive great room combines the living room with fireplace, dining area, and a spectacular chef's kitchen featuring two oversized islands, dual Miele ovens, two sinks, integrated Sub-Zero refrigerators, and abundant custom cabinetry. French doors open to an inviting patio with a built-in gas grill, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living. Beautifully landscaped grounds include terraced rose gardens, mature apricot, persimmon, and plum trees, majestic oaks, and a tranquil English garden with a luxurious dry sauna. The main-level den features custom built-ins, a fireplace, and French doors to the gardens. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a sitting area with fireplace, hillside views, a private deck connected by a charming garden bridge, dual closets, and a spa-inspired split bath with soaking tub and oversized shower. Additional highlights include a spacious three-car garage with built-in wine storage, providing ample room for vehicles, storage, and entertaining essentials. Ideally located across from one of Orinda's highly regarded elementary schools and just minutes from Orinda Village, BART, Highway 24, parks, shopping, and dining, this remarkable property offers the perfect balance of luxury, privacy, and convenience.
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    Amanda Kilpatrick DRE #01950087 415-297-8441,

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      Rooms
      • Room types: 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths, Main Entry, 1 Bath, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Utility Room
      Kitchen
      • Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Washer
      • Laundry: Laundry Room
      Features
      • Storage, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,179
      • Total interior livable area: 3,179 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Terrace
      • Exterior features: Garden, Garden/Play, Storage
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 0.34 Acres
      • Features: Premium Lot, Sloped Up, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear, Back Yard
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 264020010
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Other equipment: Other, Irrigation Equipment

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Existing
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1958

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: No Solar
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Claremont
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Orinda

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $618/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,925,000
      • Annual tax amount: $23,931
      • Date on market: 7/10/2026

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/10/2026Listed for sale$1,965,000+2.1%$618/sqft
        Source: CCAR #41140430 Report a problem
        11/13/2024Sold$1,925,000-1.3%$606/sqft
        Source: Bay East AOR #41066030 Report a problem
        10/19/2024Pending sale$1,950,000$613/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41066030 Report a problem
        8/31/2024Price change$1,950,000-2.3%$613/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41066030 Report a problem
        7/11/2024Listed for sale$1,995,000-0.2%$628/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41066030 Report a problem
        11/20/2022Listed for rent$8,000$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        6/10/2021Sold$1,999,000$629/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40948728 Report a problem
        5/21/2021Pending sale$1,999,000$629/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40948728 Report a problem
        5/15/2021Listed for sale$1,999,000$629/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40948728 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$23,931 +3.1%$1,925,000 +4.1%
        2024$23,209 -0.1%$1,850,000
        2023$23,238 -8%$1,850,000 -9.3%
        2022$25,272 +210.7%$2,038,980 +261.2%
        2021$8,133 +1.4%$564,549 +1%
        2020$8,019 +0.2%$558,761 +2%
        2019$8,007 +7.6%$547,806 +2%
        2018$7,440 +3%$537,065 +2%
        2017$7,222 +2.5%$526,535 +2%
        2016$7,045 +2.3%$516,212 +1.5%
        2015$6,889 $508,459 +2%
        2014$6,889 $498,500 +0.5%
        2013-- $496,248 +2%
        2012-- $486,519 +2%
        2011-- $476,981 +0.8%
        2010-- $473,417 -0.2%
        2009-- $474,543 +2%
        2008-- $465,239 +2%
        2007-- $456,118 +2%
        2006-- $447,176 +2%
        2005-- $438,409 +13.9%
        2004-- $384,814 +1.9%
        2003-- $377,762 +2%
        2002-- $370,356 +2%
        2001-- $363,095
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 94563

        Getting around

        3 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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