Seller's Agent in 2024
Ann Sharf
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 253-2525
10 in this area
155 Total Sales
25 Bear Ridge Rd Orinda, CA 94563
Sleepy Hollow-Orinda NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,130,000 - $2,554,000
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,852
Sq Ft
$785/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Updated Kitchen
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Sleepy Hollow Elementary School Rated A
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2024This impressive mid-century modern family home is located on a peaceful, fully fenced, .87-acre parcel with views of rolling hills, redwoods & oaks in the coveted Sleepy Hollow neighborhood. Light-filled & contemporary with a flowing open floor plan offering 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & 2,852 SF of living space. Featuring floor to ceiling windows w/ panoramic views, formal living & dining rooms w/ vaulted ceilings, Chef’s kitchen with a large island adjacent to the family room opening to the yard with pool, huge pantry/laundry bonus room & primary suite all on the main floor. The lower level has 4 bedrooms, 1 bath & new wood floors. Additional features: Owned solar panels installed in 2015, LED lighting, NEST thermostats, Google smart home features, large carport, shed & plenty of off-street parking. The spacious yard with deck and pool area are ideal for entertaining and indoor/outdoor living. Convenient, quiet, serene location minutes to downtown, BART/Hwy 24 & top-rated Orinda schools.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Village Associates Real Estate License #01156966 Listed on: 04/08/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Drew Howes
Tam Realty License #01924070
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 0.87 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Back Yard Fenced
- Garden
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Composition Shingle
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Skylights
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Carport
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Fiberglass Pool
- Gas Heated Pool
- Pool Sweep
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Solar owned by seller
- Outdoor Storage
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Sleepy Hollow Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2662300124
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 8, 2024
Closed on
Apr 26, 2024
Sold by
Maas Werner E and Hutchinson Suzanne
Bought by
Dorstel Marcus Peter-Paul and Dorstel Lindsay Allen
Seller's Agent
Ann Sharf
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Drew Howes
Tam Realty
List Price
$2,150,000
Sold Price
$2,175,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
1.16%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$63,665
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.73%
Original Mortgage
$1,535,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,507,315
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$731,350
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 2018
Sold by
Wagner Arthur J and Wagner Kelly A
Bought by
Maas Werner E and Hutchinson Suzanne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 9, 2014
Sold by
Smith Michael T and Eng Kristine M
Bought by
Wagner Arthur J and Wagner Kelly A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 21, 2002
Sold by
Zivnuska John A and Zivnuska Marion L
Bought by
Smith Michael T and Eng Kristine M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$656,800
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorstel Marcus Peter-Paul | $2,175,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Maas Werner E | $1,685,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Wagner Arthur J | $1,466,500 | First American Title Company | |
| Smith Michael T | $821,000 | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Dorstel Marcus Peter-Paul | $1,535,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Maas Werner E | $900,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wagner Arthur J | $1,100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Michael T | $656,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,175,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/10/2024 05/10/24 | Sold | $2,175,000 | +1.2% | $763 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2024 04/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/08/2024 04/08/24 | For Sale | $2,150,000 | -- | $754 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,898 | $1,917,237 | $1,251,610 | $665,627 |
| 2024 | $23,133 | $1,879,645 | $1,227,069 | $652,576 |
| 2023 | $23,133 | $1,842,790 | $1,203,009 | $639,781 |
| 2022 | $22,567 | $1,806,658 | $1,179,421 | $627,237 |
| 2021 | $22,116 | $1,771,235 | $1,156,296 | $614,939 |
| 2019 | $21,857 | $1,718,700 | $1,122,000 | $596,700 |
| 2018 | $18,891 | $1,579,637 | $1,131,238 | $448,399 |
| 2017 | $18,380 | $1,548,664 | $1,109,057 | $439,607 |
| 2016 | $18,011 | $1,518,299 | $1,087,311 | $430,988 |
| 2015 | $17,927 | $1,495,494 | $1,070,979 | $424,515 |
| 2014 | $12,357 | $993,355 | $566,400 | $426,955 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ann Sharf
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D
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Drew Howes
Tam Realty
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41055288
APN: 266-230-012-4
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