Property Details
About this Property
Nestled in the desirable hills of Orinda, this livable fixer is on the market for the first time in 41 years, offering a rare opportunity to create your dream home. This 1949 cottage with Peek-a-boo view of Mt Diablo 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 quite chic back in the day-keep it as is...or make it your dream retreat! 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! OPEN SUN 5/11: 1 - 4pm
MLS Listing Information
MLS #
CC41095051
MLS Source
Contra Costa Association of Realtors
Days on Site
17
Interior Features
Kitchen
Breakfast Bar, Countertop - Tile, Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Skylight(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room
Dining Area
Family Room
Separate Family Room
Fireplace
Family Room, Gas Burning, Living Room
Flooring
Carpet - Wall to Wall, Hardwood, Vinyl
Laundry
In Laundry Room
Cooling
None
Heating
Electric, Forced Air, Space Heater
Exterior Features
Roof
Tar/Gravel
Pool
None, Pool - No
Style
Brown Shingle, Contemporary
Parking, School, and Other Information
Garage/Parking
Detached, Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Other, Spaces per Unit - >1, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Neighborhood: Around This Home
Neighborhood: Local Demographics
Market Trends Charts
Nearby Homes for Sale
53 Monte Vista Rd is a Single Family Residence in Orinda, CA 94563. This 2,498 square foot property sits on a 7,020 Sq Ft Lot and features 3 bedrooms & 2 full and 1 partial bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,248,000 and was built in 1949. This address can also be written as 53 Monte Vista Rd, Orinda, CA 94563.
©2025 Contra Costa Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Information provided is for personal, non-commercial use by the viewer and may not be redistributed without explicit authorization from Contra Costa Association of Realtors.
Presently MLSListings.com displays Active, Contingent, Pending, and Recently Sold listings. Recently Sold listings are properties which were sold within the last three years. After that period listings are no longer displayed in MLSListings.com. Pending listings are properties under contract and no longer available for sale. Contingent listings are properties where there is an accepted offer, and seller may be seeking back-up offers. Active listings are available for sale.
This listing information is up-to-date as of May 12, 2025. For the most current information, please contact Karen Richmond, (925) 852-1100
