Peggy Whalen
Notable Real Estate
(925) 476-0654
13 Total Sales
1 in Crestview
$1,350,000 Price
44 Oak Dr Orinda, CA 94563
Crestview NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,345,465
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,094
Sq Ft
$758/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Bonus Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Spanish Architecture
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of April 2025Rarely available – a COMPLETELY RENOVATED & BEAUTIFULLY PRESERVED 1939 SPANISH/MEDITERRANEAN Orinda home w/vaulted wood ceilings, vintage paned windows/doors, hardwood & tile flooring. Situated on a .81 acre lot w/sweeping hillside/skyline views, 44 Oak Drive is a perfect blend of old world craftsmanship & modern lifestyle. Overflowing wi/tons of character, this amazing property absolutely STEALS THE SHOW. 4 elegant & generous bedrooms, 3 contemporary bathrooms, & 2 inviting living rooms provide unique flexibility. Open the stunning bi-fold sliding glass doors to take full advantage of the spacious outdoor deck, dramatic setting & alfresco lifestyle – perfect for entertaining. The chef's kitchen & large pantry are exceptional. The expansive yard includes raised vegetable beds & chicken coops, as well as the OLD RED BARN & TACK ROOM that can possibly be restored. Don't miss the flexibility of the extra room behind the garage! IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING EXTRA SPECIAL...THIS IS IT!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Vanguard Properties License #01419839 Listed on: 04/07/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 35,284 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Lot Sloped Down
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Skylights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Bonus Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Moraga Del Rey Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2720700109
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
Apr 18, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mary Arnerich
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
Claudia Soto
Coldwell Banker
List Price
$2,249,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
2.27%
Views
4
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
$45,465
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.57%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 1, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Nina Peles
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Out Of Area Non Member
Bay East Aor
List Price
$2,075,000
Sold Price
$2,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-3.61%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.12%
Original Mortgage
$1,390,900
Interest Rate
2.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 19, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 10, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Crestview, CA
-
Peggy Whalen
-
Mary Mok
Mary Mok
Macroreal United
(669) 600-0579
56 Total Sales
1 in Crestview
$3,950,000 Price
-
Kelly Crawford
Kelly Crawford
Vanguard Properties
(925) 396-7158
217 Total Sales
1 in Crestview
$1,750,000 Price
-
Alexis Thompson
Alexis Thompson
Responds QuicklyVillage Associates Real Estate
(510) 422-0708
71 Total Sales
3 in Crestview
$1.9M - $3.9M Price Range
-
Ben Olsen
Ben Olsen
Brightwork Realty Advocates
(925) 940-8628
125 Total Sales
1 in Crestview
$1,325,000 Price
-
Janette Licata
Janette Licata
Responds QuicklyCorcoran Icon Properties
(925) 474-4736
18 Total Sales
1 in Crestview
$1,915,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Chicago Title | ||
| $2,300,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| $2,000,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $1,825,000 | First American Title Company | ||
| $750,000 | First American Title Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,390,900 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,200,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $250,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $2,000,000 | -- | -- | |
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Sold | $2,300,000 | +2.3% | $743 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | For Sale | $2,249,000 | +12.5% | $727 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,000,000 | -- | -- | |
| 10/09/2020 10/09/20 | Sold | $2,000,000 | -3.6% | $646 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/09/2020 09/09/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/28/2020 08/28/20 | For Sale | $2,075,000 | -- | $671 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $26,770 | $2,346,000 | $1,530,000 | $816,000 |
| 2025 | $26,770 | $2,164,862 | $1,407,161 | $757,701 |
| 2024 | $26,353 | $2,122,415 | $1,379,570 | $742,845 |
| 2023 | $25,914 | $2,080,800 | $1,352,520 | $728,280 |
| 2022 | $25,314 | $2,040,000 | $1,326,000 | $714,000 |
| 2021 | $24,808 | $2,000,000 | $1,300,000 | $700,000 |
| 2019 | $23,161 | $1,825,000 | $900,000 | $925,000 |
| 2018 | $11,761 | $920,000 | $714,000 | $206,000 |
| 2017 | $10,101 | $780,000 | $700,000 | $80,000 |
| 2016 | $2,519 | $119,024 | $56,919 | $62,105 |
| 2015 | $2,406 | $117,238 | $56,065 | $61,173 |
| 2014 | -- | $114,942 | $54,967 | $59,975 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mary Arnerich
Seller's Agent in 2025
Mary Arnerich
Vanguard Properties
(925) 872-7975
2 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
Leslie Whitney
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Leslie Whitney
Vanguard Properties
(510) 388-5794
1 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
Claudia Soto
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Claudia Soto
Coldwell Banker
(925) 639-1367
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
-
Nina Peles
Seller's Agent in 2020
Nina Peles
Compass
(925) 890-9212
51 Total Sales
-
O
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Out Of Area Non Member
Bay East Aor
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41092342
APN: 272-070-010-9
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