
Orinda, California 94563
This property presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $1,529,000—positioned well below the $1,391,060 Fair Market Value by -9%. Featuring a Condition Rating of 5, the home requires comprehensive renovation, yet offers significant upside through its expansive 20,038 sq ft lot and sweeping hill views. Located in a top-tier district with 10/10 rated Miramonte High School, this asset is an ideal canvas for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking to build long-term equity through strategic modernization.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 274 Orchard Rd Subject | $1,529,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 2,261 | $615 | - |
A 123 Orchard Rd Sold | $1,200,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,716 | $699 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
This 1948 home features a kitchen and bathrooms that appear to be from a 30-40 year old renovation (late 1980s style with wood-trimmed laminate cabinetry and tiled counters). The listing description explicitly mentions the need for 'repair' and 'updates,' and the interior shows significant signs of age including dated wallpaper and worn carpeting, suggesting the property requires a comprehensive rehab rather than minor cosmetic fixes.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 20038, living area = 2261.
Elementary School: Glorietta Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Orinda Intermediate School (9/10). High School: Miramonte High School (10/10).
Situated in the coveted Orinda Glorietta neighborhood, the property offers access to top-tier schools including Glorietta Elementary and Miramonte High, ensuring strong long-term investment value.
The property is priced to reflect the need for significant repairs and modernization, requiring a buyer with the budget and vision to address issues identified in the comprehensive inspection reports.
Having been held by the same family for over 60 years, the home likely requires substantial updates to its core systems and finishes to meet contemporary living and energy efficiency standards.
Rare opportunity to own a piece of Orinda history. Set on nearly half an acre of beautifully mature landscaping, this classic 1948 home has been lovingly held by the same family for over six decades and it's ready for its next chapter. With 2,261 sq ft of living space across 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the layout offers genuine bones, hardwood floors, and generous proportions. The kitchen is appointed with high-end appliances, and sweeping hill views frame the property beautifully. The expansive lot provides the privacy and outdoor space that simply don't exist in newer developments. The 2-car garage, established grounds, and coveted location within one of Orinda's most desirable neighborhoods round out a property with real staying power. Comprehensive inspection reports are available through disclosures and buyers are encouraged to review and come prepared. Priced to reflect the opportunity to update, repair and personalize, this is a chance to secure a property of rare character in a prime school district community, then make it entirely your own. No open houses will be held. Please park in the home's driveway or along the front of the property. Kindly do not use neighboring driveways or yards. Homes like this don't come to market often. When they do, they don't last.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.7 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 4.0 | 33% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 3.0 | 33% |
| Square foot | 2,261 | 2,499.5 | 39% |
| Lot Size | 20,038 | 19,425 | 53% |
| Price | $1.53M | $2.00M | 24% |
| Price per sq ft | $676 | $783 | 24% |
| Built year | 1948 | 1956 | 20% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 3 | 110 | 1% |
Jun 3, 2026
$1,529,000
Initial Listing