Seller's Agent in 2025
Laura Abrams
Coldwell Banker
(510) 697-3225
4 in this area
61 Total Sales
5 Brookbank Rd Orinda, CA 94563
Sleepy Hollow-Orinda Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,952
Sq Ft
1.22
Acres
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Sleepy Hollow Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- No HOA
About This Home
As of June 2025This modern classic by notable Bay Area architect, Paul Hammarberg, boasts both original elements and updated modern comfort on a private, gated 1.22 acres estate lot. Enjoy true indoor/outdoor living with walls of windows that stream natural light throughout. The open floorplan, paneled walls, and exposed beams are true to their midcentury heritage, boasting efficiency in design and flexibility in function. Climate control is managed with luxurious radiant floor heating and in summer by Mitsubishi mini splits in each of the four bedrooms. Buyers will also appreciate: Wine Cellar, Tankless Water Heater, Solar Panels, Whole-house Water Filtration System and Ethernet. Enjoy peace of mind during fire season with the recently installed Kohler Home Generator, Roof Sprinklers and Firezat Fire Shield which covers the newer (2009) lightweight and efficient foam roof. As the former home to Orinda’s Blue Egg Organic Farm, this property is rich with gardens, orchards, and mature landscaping.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Village Associates Real Estate License #01969953 Listed on: 03/25/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $34,016
Year Built
- Built in 1958
Lot Details
- 1.22 Acre Lot
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Fenced
- Front and Side Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Carport
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Carpet
- Laundry closet
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Home Security
- Security Gate
- Fire Sprinkler System
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Radiant Heating System
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Orinda C.C. Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 266060005
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
Jun 16, 2025
Sold by
Dam Anton and Hao Katherine
Bought by
Roosta Ehsan and Hashemi Seyedeh Pargol
Seller's Agent
Laura Abrams
Coldwell Banker
Buyer's Agent
John Nash
Village Associates Real Estate
List Price
$3,395,000
Sold Price
$3,030,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$365,000
-10.75%
Views
5
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.62%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 25, 2022
Closed on
Apr 15, 2022
Sold by
Chen-Schwallie Family Trust
Bought by
Dam Anton and Hao Kathleen
Seller's Agent
Meara Dunsmore
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Laura Abrams
Coldwell Banker
List Price
$2,895,000
Sold Price
$3,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$405,000
13.99%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.66%
Original Mortgage
$2,310,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2010
Sold by
Chen Eric and Schwallie Kathleen Therese
Bought by
Chen Eric and Schwallie Kathleen Therese
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,250,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2008
Sold by
Castro Richard E and Castro Kimberly M
Bought by
Chen Eric and Schwallie Kathleen T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,275,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2008
Sold by
Chen Eric and Schwallie Kathleen T
Bought by
Chen Eric and Schwallie Kathleen Therese
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,275,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 7, 2006
Sold by
Palmer Richard K and Palmer Carolyn R
Bought by
Castro Richard E and Castro Kimberly M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$16,000
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 19, 2004
Sold by
Palmer Richard and Palmer Carolyn
Bought by
Palmer Richard K and Palmer Carolyn R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 1999
Sold by
Livi Mcchesney and Livi Dorothea
Bought by
Palmer Richard and Palmer Carolyn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 19, 1999
Sold by
Livi Mcchesney and Livi Dorothea
Bought by
Mcchesney Gordon Davis and Dahl Carole Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,030,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Grant Deed | $3,300,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,895,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $950,000 | Placer Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $2,310,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $682,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $719,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,275,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,500,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $16,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,500,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $950,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $995,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $985,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $985,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $985,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $975,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $975,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | Sold | $3,030,000 | -10.8% | $1,071 / Sq Ft |
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | For Sale | $3,395,000 | +2.9% | $1,200 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $3,300,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/18/2022 04/18/22 | Sold | $3,300,000 | +14.0% | $1,118 / Sq Ft |
| 03/31/2022 03/31/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/25/2022 03/25/22 | For Sale | $2,895,000 | -- | $981 / 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 | $34,016 | $2,850,000 | $2,300,000 | $550,000 |
| 2024 | $34,016 | $2,800,000 | $2,200,000 | $600,000 |
| 2023 | $40,562 | $3,366,000 | $2,754,000 | $612,000 |
| 2022 | $25,557 | $2,068,393 | $1,213,484 | $854,909 |
| 2021 | $22,992 | $1,850,000 | $1,100,000 | $750,000 |
| 2019 | $22,074 | $1,740,000 | $1,020,823 | $719,177 |
| 2018 | $19,714 | $1,720,000 | $1,009,089 | $710,911 |
| 2017 | $19,537 | $1,730,000 | $1,014,955 | $715,045 |
| 2016 | $19,358 | $1,644,500 | $964,794 | $679,706 |
| 2015 | $18,929 | $1,589,000 | $932,233 | $656,767 |
| 2014 | $18,343 | $1,528,500 | $896,739 | $631,761 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Laura Abrams
-
John Nash
Buyer's Agent in 2025
John Nash
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 330-9474
1 in this area
63 Total Sales
-
Meara Dunsmore
Seller's Agent in 2022
Meara Dunsmore
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 282-0900
4 in this area
34 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40986220
APN: 266-060-005-3
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