Seller's Agent in 2021
Finola Jane Fellner
Compass
(925) 890-7807
7 in this area
81 Total Sales
279 Sundown Terrace Orinda, CA 94563
Sleepy Hollow-Orinda NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,678,000 - $3,965,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,621
Sq Ft
$832/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Outdoor Pool
- Custom Home
- View of Hills
- Sleepy Hollow Elementary School Rated A
- Updated Kitchen
- Private Lot
About This Home
As of June 2021Nestled at end of private drive, sitting on approx .94 acre in sought after Orinda Downs neighborhood, sits this custom built home w beautiful gardens. Recently renovated, the home boasts impeccable attention to detail & exquisite design. The grand entrance opens to breathtaking formal living/dining spaces. This two story home is centered around stunning gourmet kitchen: w large center island w wolf range, custom Zinc hood, sub-zero fridge w. dual freezer drawers, 2 dishwashers, 2 sinks, sub-zero bev. drawers. Kitchen gives way to large family room & leads to covered patio/mature gardens. Atop main stairs sits the primary suite: private sleeping quarters, office, Spa bathroom w. steam stall shower, soaking tub, 2 vanities, Marble finishes, 2 dressing rooms..amazing! The professionally designed gardens compliment interior spaces: covered loggia, large lawn, swimming pool/spa, private fire pit & putting green. Easy access to town, shops, restaurants, BART, Top Rated Orinda Sch.
Last Buyer's Agent
Alexis Thompson
The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01849227
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $44,981
Year Built
- Built in 1990
Lot Details
- 0.94 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Private Lot
- Flag Lot
- Lot Sloped Up
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back Yard
HOA Fees
- $21 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Raised Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Sound System
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Views of Hills
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Spa
- Pool Cover
- Pool Sweep
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Electricity To Lot Line
- Tankless Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 266340014
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, management fee
- Orinda Downs HOA, Phone Number (925) 254-9181
- Orinda Downs Subdivision
Recreation
- Community Pool or Spa Combo
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2021
Closed on
May 20, 2021
Sold by
Guidotti Kevin and Guidotti Paige
Bought by
Mcmanis James and Mcmanis Dena
Seller's Agent
Finola Jane Fellner
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Alexis Thompson
The Grubb Co. Inc.
List Price
$3,695,000
Sold Price
$3,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
1.49%
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
$262,749
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.72%
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,727,929
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,300,362
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 19, 2013
Sold by
Guidotti Kevin and Guidotti Paige
Bought by
Guidotti Kevin and Guidotti Paige
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2009
Sold by
Guidotti Kevin and Guidotti Paige
Bought by
Guidotti Kevin and Guidotti Paige
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 2000
Sold by
Guidotti Kevin and Guidotti Paige
Bought by
Guidotti Kevin and Guidotti Paige
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 23, 1999
Sold by
Majeske Mark T and Majeske Michele A
Bought by
Guidotti Kevin J and Guidotti Paige P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
7.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 1997
Sold by
Majeske Mark T and Majeske Michele A
Bought by
Majeske Mark T and Majeske Michele A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 1996
Sold by
Cleveland Dale P & Cynthia Tre
Bought by
Majeske Mark T and Majeske Michelle A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 1995
Sold by
Cleveland Dale Paul and Cleveland Cynthia C
Bought by
Cleveland Dale Paul and Cleveland Cynthia C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$743,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 1993
Sold by
Sundown Terrace One
Bought by
Cleveland Dale Paul and Cleveland Cynthia C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcmanis James | $3,750,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Guidotti Kevin | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Guidotti Kevin | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Guidotti Kevin | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Guidotti Kevin | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Guidotti Kevin | -- | -- | |
| Guidotti Kevin J | $1,305,000 | First American Title | |
| Majeske Mark T | -- | -- | |
| Majeske Mark T | $945,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Cleveland Dale Paul | -- | North American Title Co | |
| Cleveland Dale Paul | $950,000 | First American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mcmanis James | $3,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Guidotti Kevin | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Guidotti Kevin | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Guidotti Kevin | $1,100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Guidotti Kevin J | $600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Majeske Mark T | $414,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Majeske Mark T | $380,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cleveland Dale Paul | $743,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cleveland Dale Paul | $760,000 | |
| Closed | Guidotti Kevin J | $300,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $3,750,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/03/2021 06/03/21 | Sold | $3,750,000 | +1.5% | $812 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2021 05/06/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/29/2021 04/29/21 | For Sale | $3,695,000 | -- | $800 / 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 | $44,981 | $3,750,000 | $1,750,000 | $2,000,000 |
| 2024 | $44,196 | $3,750,000 | $1,750,000 | $2,000,000 |
| 2023 | $44,196 | $3,674,000 | $1,715,000 | $1,959,000 |
| 2022 | $45,938 | $3,825,000 | $1,785,000 | $2,040,000 |
| 2021 | $23,631 | $1,890,064 | $724,161 | $1,165,903 |
| 2019 | $23,356 | $1,834,006 | $702,683 | $1,131,323 |
| 2018 | $21,434 | $1,798,046 | $688,905 | $1,109,141 |
| 2017 | $20,859 | $1,762,792 | $675,398 | $1,087,394 |
| 2016 | $20,347 | $1,728,228 | $662,155 | $1,066,073 |
| 2015 | $20,249 | $1,702,269 | $652,209 | $1,050,060 |
| 2014 | $19,970 | $1,668,925 | $639,434 | $1,029,491 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Alexis Thompson
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40947542
APN: 266-340-014-7
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