A Private World, Moments from Everything. Garden mornings, tennis afternoons, and evenings by the wine cellar await at this rare Sycamore Road property in Orinda. Set on 1.24 acres, this single level home features a main residence and a private one bedroom, one bath guest house, surrounded by mature landscaping, curated gardens, and fruit trees.Designed for both everyday living and elegant entertaining, the property offers seamless indoor outdoor flow with expansive grounds that invite gathering, recreation, and quiet retreat.A full size tennis court, pool, and wine cellar create a lifestyle rarely found in such a serene and private setting. Ample parking includes a circular driveway, an attached two car garage, and a detached one car garage behind a gate.Inside and out, the home reflects a timeless sensibility, unpretentious, refined, and deeply connected to its natural surroundings. Open spaces, abundant light, and thoughtful design make it equally suited for relaxed daily living or hosting on any scale.Private, timeless, and rarely available, this exceptional estate offers a unique opportunity to enjoy space, beauty, and convenience on one of Orinda’s most sought after streets.Close to top rated schools, Orinda Country Club, and commute. Addt'l details + floorplans 8SycamoreRd.
Sold for $7,500,000
$7,500,000
8 Sycamore Rd, Orinda, CA 94563
5beds
5,310sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
1.24 Acres Lot
$5,784,700 Zestimate®
$1,412/sqft
$7,512 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,784,700
$5.50M - $6.07M
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Listed by:
Molly Smith DRE #01498053 415-309-1085,
Village Associates Real Estate
Bought with:
Gerry Bakalian, DRE #01189882
Gerry Bakalian, Broker
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41130770
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Updated Baths, Window
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Cabinets, Sink
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,310
- Total interior livable area: 5,310 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Direct Access, Side Yard Access, Guest, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Garden, Garden/Play
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gas Heat, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1.24 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Premium Lot, Back Yard, Landscaped, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Parcel number: 2612120077
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Orinda
- Subdivision: Orinda C.C.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Sold | $7,500,000+29.3%$1,412/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41130770 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2026 | Pending sale | $5,800,000$1,092/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41130770 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,800,000+65.7%$1,092/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41130770 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2010 | Sold | $3,500,000-16.7%$659/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2010 | Pending sale | $4,200,000$791/sqft |
Source: Pacific Union International, Inc. #40484809 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2010 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000$791/sqft |
Source: Pacific Union International, Inc. -- #40484809 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $49,729 -0.3% | $4,180,000 |
| 2024 | $49,888 +4.2% | $4,180,000 +4.6% |
| 2023 | $47,869 +6.5% | $3,995,000 +6.8% |
| 2022 | $44,943 +26.6% | $3,739,000 +27.8% |
| 2021 | $35,494 +0.8% | $2,925,000 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $35,222 -1.7% | $2,900,000 |
| 2019 | $35,834 +10.4% | $2,900,000 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $32,463 +1.5% | $2,800,000 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $31,990 +5.8% | $2,780,000 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $30,236 +12.5% | $2,635,000 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $26,885 | $2,500,500 +9.2% |
| 2014 | $26,885 | $2,290,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $2,290,000 -3.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,365,500 -32.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $3,500,000 +87.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,863,279 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,867,707 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,831,086 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,795,183 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,759,984 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,725,476 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,691,644 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,660,640 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,628,079 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $1,596,157 |
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Neighborhood: 94563
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Sleepy Hollow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Orinda Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.2 mi
- 10/10Miramonte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
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- California
- Contra Costa County
- Orinda
- 94563
- 8 Sycamore Rd