
Orinda, California 94563
This North Orinda Contemporary Residence is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $1,495,000—positioned well below the $1,591,961 Fair Market Value by 6%. This valuation gap provides $96,961 in Instant Equity for the buyer. Boasting a Move-in Ready Condition Rating, the home features cathedral ceilings, refinished wood floors, and a kitchen updated with new stainless appliances. The half-acre lot offers multiple entertainment decks and access to top-rated schools including Miramonte High. This is an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants or growing families.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 39 Saint Stephens Dr Subject | $1,495,000* List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,462 | $647 | - |
A 388 Camino Sobrante Sold | $1,608,750 | 4 | 3 | 2,412 | $667 | 0.9 mi |
B 151 La Espiral Sold | $1,540,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,812 | $548 | 0.3 mi |
C 22 Las Palomas Sold | $1,550,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,087 | $743 | 0.3 mi |
D 7 Saint Stephens Dr Sold | $1,255,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,747 | $719 | 0.2 mi |
E 39 Saint Stephens Dr Active | $1,595,000 List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,462 | $648 | 0.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
The property is move-in ready and shows pride of ownership from the original owner. It features significant recent cosmetic improvements, including brand new quality carpeting, refinished hardwood floors, and fresh interior and exterior paint. While the kitchen retains some dated elements like tile countertops and older cabinetry styles, it has been updated with new stainless steel appliances. The home's architectural features, such as cathedral ceilings and large windows, are well-maintained, and the overall condition exceeds the 'fair' category due to the recent updates and immediate livability.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 22200, living area = 2462.
Elementary School: Happy Valley Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Orinda Intermediate School (9/10). High School: Miramonte High School (10/10).
The residence features dramatic cathedral ceilings and expansive windows that flood the living spaces with light, creating an airy, open atmosphere that seamlessly integrates with the surrounding oak trees.
The floor plan involves multiple levels and sets of stairs between the main living areas and bedrooms, which may be a drawback for buyers seeking universal accessibility or single-level living.
While convenient for commuters, the property's immediate proximity to a bus stop and its location near the freeway may result in higher levels of ambient traffic noise and reduced privacy.
2462 sf, 3 BR plus bonus room, 2.5 BA located on .51 ac in North Orinda, built 1977. Nestled within nature and Oak trees, with privacy and unique gardens, offering multiple entertainment decks and a flat outdoor yard to enjoy. Light pours into the living spaces with huge Cathedral ceilings in the living room that extend up to the kitchen and dining room. A wood burning fireplace anchors the spacious living room that leads out to a sitting deck amongst the trees. Up a few steps there is a well-appointed open kitchen with new appliances and an island and plenty of cabinetry, that leads to an open dining room. Access from the kitchen leads to another magical deck with plenty of space for dining and entertaining among nature. Walk down a few steps and there is a large flat garden area that can be landscaped as you wish. A large Primary ensuite with views and an additional two, well sized bedrooms are down the hallway, complete with a laundry room. Downstairs is a potential large bedroom or bonus room with a half bath. Brand new quality carpet, refinished wood floors, freshly painted inside and out, original owner, this is the first time on the market and a true find Literally minutes to the freeway, downtown Orinda, with a bus stop at the end of the driveway. Miramonte HS.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.7 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.8 mi
Grades K-5 • 2.0 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,462 | 2,541 | 49% |
| Lot Size | 22,200 | 19,800 | 56% |
| Price | $1.50M | $1.90M | 28% |
| Price per sq ft | $607 | $784 | 19% |
| Built year | 1977 | 1956 | 79% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 8 | 173 | 1% |
Apr 14, 2026
$1,495,000
Initial Listing