53 Monte Vista Rd
Orinda, CA 94563 • 3 Bed • 3 Bath • 2,498 sq.ft.

Property summary

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 SAT & SUN: 5/3 & 4: 1 - 4 pm

Days on market: 3

Listing updated: April 29, 2025 - 03:27:04

Property details

Property ID
41095051
Size
2498 sq.ft.
Home Type
Residential
Year Built
1949
Property Size
0.1612 acre
Garage
2
Levels
2
Spa
No
Patio
Deck
Basement
No
View
No
Pool
None

Listed by: Karen Richmond DRE #01722616 925-270-4269, Compass - Contra Costa

Source: Contra Costa, MLS#: CCBE-CCCOMPS01 Originating MLS: CRMLS

Interior information

Rooms
Family Room, Kitchen, Office
Bathrooms
3
Kitchen
Dryer, Washer
Cooling
None
Heating
Electric, Forced Air, Space Heater
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Laundry
N/A
$1,248,000
Property price
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Date
TBA
Time
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