Perched on a private ridge above Orinda, this light-bathed single-level retreat serves up cinematic reservoir-to-golf-course views from sunrise to star-shine. Wrapped in fresh white siding, it welcomes with a rustic plank door into a living room clad in board-and-batten walls, warmed by hardwood floors and a stone fireplace beneath towering ceilings. The eat-in kitchen pairs stainless appliances with abundant counter space and ever-changing panoramas, plus direct access to the laundry room and a handy half bath. The serene primary bedroom boasts a flexible office/sitting nook' a second bedroom shares a full bath with soaking tub and separate shower. Step outside to an expansive view deck and terraced paths leading to a partially finished, un permitted ADU—ideal for studio, guest suite, or income potential—alongside a detached garage/workshop and ample parking. Quiet, secluded, and moments to downtown, BART, and top-rated schools, this hillside haven invites you to finish the dream. Welcome home!
Property Details
Price:
$1,295,000
MLS #:
41103604
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
EL TOYONAL
Listed Date:
Jul 3, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
1,278
Lot Size:
34,000 sqft / 0.78 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1951
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Schools
School District:
Acalanes
Interior
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet
Heating
Forced Air
Exterior
Architectural Style
Ranch
Construction Materials
Wood Siding
Parking Features
Garage
Parking Spots
2.00
Roof
Shingle
Financial
Map
Community
- Address85 La Encinal Orinda CA
- SubdivisionEL TOYONAL
- CityOrinda
- CountyContra Costa
- Zip Code94563
Subdivisions in Orinda
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Orinda as of Oct 20, 2025
57
Single Family Listed
141
Avg DOM
747
Avg $ / SqFt
$2,364,103
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the EL TOYONAL subdivision, 85 La Encinal Orinda CA is a Single Family for sale in Orinda, CA, 94563. It is listed for $1,295,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,278 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1951. The current price per square foot is $1,013. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Orinda is $747. The average listing price for Single Family in Orinda is $2,364,103.
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