RESORT-STYLE LIVING with Stunning Views! Set on one of Orinda’s most desirable streets, 8 El Sereno blends timeless charm with modern luxury to create a true resort-style retreat. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor flow, the open-concept layout centers around a gourmet kitchen with a grand center island—perfect for entertaining or casual meals. The kitchen connects to a sunlit dining area and extends naturally to the expansive backyard, where refined landscaping, multiple flat areas, and a sparkling pool with waterfall and spa set the stage for unforgettable gatherings. Watch the sunset and the stars from the front deck as you sip champagne. With 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, the home features a main-level primary suite and two additional en-suite bedrooms. Downstairs offers a private escape with a generous family room, office space, bedroom, and full bath—ideal for guests, in-laws, or an au pair. Take in sweeping views from nearly every angle and enjoy a rare sense of privacy and peace, just minutes from top-rated schools, downtown Orinda, BART, and freeway access. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle. Don’t miss the chance to own a slice of Orinda paradise.
Sold for $3,250,000
$3,250,000
8 El Sereno Rd, Orinda, CA 94563
4beds
3,663sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.71 Acres Lot
$3,189,100 Zestimate®
$887/sqft
$8,688 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,189,100
$2.87M - $3.54M
$8,688/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 21, 2025 at 05:34am
Listed by:
Vlatka Bathgate DRE #01390784 925-597-1573,
Coldwell Banker
Bought with:
Alton James Schmitt, DRE #00924672
Village Associates Real Estate
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41091148
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Kitchen
- Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Au Pair, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,663
- Total interior livable area: 3,663 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden/Play
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gas Heat, In Ground
Lot
- Size: 0.71 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Sloped Up, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 2621130018
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Orinda
- Subdivision: Orinda C.C.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2025 | Sold | $3,250,000+14.9%$887/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41091148 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2025 | Pending sale | $2,828,000$772/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091148 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,828,000+4.7%$772/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091148 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2016 | Sold | $2,700,000+8.2%$737/sqft |
Source: CCAR #40731339 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2016 | Pending sale | $2,495,000$681/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors - Orinda #40731339 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,440 +1.6% | $3,196,247 +2% |
| 2024 | $37,838 +1.7% | $3,133,576 +2% |
| 2023 | $37,202 +2% | $3,072,135 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94563
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Sleepy Hollow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Orinda Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 10/10Miramonte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Orinda (925) 254-4901
Source: CCAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- California
- Contra Costa County
- Orinda
- 94563
- 8 El Sereno Rd