Great Value! Tons of Character in the desirable hills of Orinda, this livable fixer on the market for the first time in 41 years, offers a rare opportunity to create your dream home. Quiet and serene with Peek-a-boo views of Mt Diablo, this special home underwent a major expansion in 1977 boasting 2498 sq.ft., 3BD/2.5BA & office. Impressive living spaces w/two gas fireplaces, soaring wood-beamed ceilings, wide-plank HW floors, large windows/skylights all provide a unique architectural backdrop for an exciting new chapter! Sharpen your design skills, open concept kitchen/family combo offers plenty of room to re-create. The Japanese inspired primary suite was chic back in the day-keep it as is…or craft your perfect escape! Office has exterior access. Two bedrooms have ensuite sink & share Jack-and-Jill bath. Low Maintenance Yard w/small rosemary garden, decks on both levels offer seamless indoor/outdoor living from every room. Bring your contractor & see this wonderful place to call home in the sought-after neighborhood above Wagner Ranch Elementary, minutes to the Village, shopping, BART & Hwy 24 for easy commuting!
Property Details
Price:
$1,248,000
MLS #:
41095051
Status:
Pending
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Address:
53 Monte Vista Rd
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
City:
Orinda
Listed Date:
Apr 25, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
2,498
ZIP:
94563
Lot Size:
7,020 sqft / 0.16 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1949
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Schools
Interior
Cooling
None
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Gas, Living Room
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
Heating
Electric, Forced Air, Space Heater
Exterior
Garage Spaces
2.00
Lot Features
Sloped Down, Front Yard, Yard
Parking Features
Garage, Parking Space, Other, Garage Door Opener
Parking Spots
4.00
Pool Features
None
Roof
Tar/ Gravel
Sewer
Public Sewer
Financial
Map
Community
- Address53 Monte Vista Rd Orinda CA
- CityOrinda
- CountyContra Costa
- Zip Code94563
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53 Monte Vista Rd
Orinda, CA
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