NOT LISTED FOR SALE

50 El Castillo Orinda, CA 94563

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,966,000 - $2,444,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,025 Sq Ft
$737/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 27, 2020

Last sale price $1,625,000 $537 Per Sq Ft

Est. 31% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,529/month

33 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV or Boat Parking
  • View of Hills
  • No HOA
  • Sleepy Hollow Elementary School Rated A
  • Secluded Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac

About This Home

As of May 2020

Situated at the end of a flat cul-de-sac is this stunning contemporary retreat on 2/3 acres. Floor to ceiling windows in the entryway & sweeping staircase set the tone for this stylish home. Main house features 4 beds, 2.5 baths, 2 family rooms, living room, open kitchen, walk-in pantry, formal dining & bonus room. Hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings & views from every window. Designed for privacy, entertainment & outdoor adventure. Wrap around decks, balconies & many level play areas allow for easy indoor/outdoor living. The shaded turf area is perfect for a putting green, climbing wall or simply a peaceful retreat among the redwoods. Level side yard features a sport court, lawn & patio surrounded by oaks. Separate spacious 1 bed 1 bath guest house with high ceilings, large windows, kitchen, laundry & private balcony perfect for guests, private office or an artist’s retreat. Get away from it all with the convenience of being close to everything in this sophisticated & peaceful home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Claudia Gohler

Village Associates Real Estate License #01995498 Listed on: 03/13/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Stacy Hale

Town Real Estate License #01380320

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,005

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 0.68 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Lot
  • RV or Boat Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Views of Hills

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Charles Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2600300129

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,005

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Charles Hill
  • Directions: El Nido Ranch to El Castillo
  • Architectural Style: Brown Shingle
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Island, Pantry, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Level, Secluded, Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Hills
  • Construction Type: Wood Shingles
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: RV/Boat Parking, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 29550
  • Parcel Number: 2600300129

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2021
Sold by
Dion Shanna Sea and Dion Joshua Mark
Bought by
Dion Shanna Sea and Dion Joshua Mark
Current Estimated Value
$2,136,024

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,452,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,321,455
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$814,569

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2020
Closed on
May 23, 2020
Sold by
Funk Davyd G and Funk Sarah
Bought by
Dion Shanna S and Dion Joshua M
Seller's Agent
Claudia Gohler
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Stacy Hale
Town Real Estate
List Price
$1,625,000
Sold Price
$1,625,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$1,300,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2013
Sold by
Chan Christian Lawton and Wong Yin Gee
Bought by
Funk Davyd G and Funk Sarah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$988,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2006
Sold by
Solit Mark R and Solit Maria V
Bought by
Chan Christian Lawton and Wong Yin Gee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$984,000
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2006
Sold by
Solit Mark R and Solit Maria V
Bought by
Solit Mark R and Solit Maria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2003
Sold by
Solit Mark R and Solit Maria V
Bought by
Solit Mark R and Solit Maria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 1999
Sold by
Solit Mark R and Solit Maria V
Bought by
Solit Mark R and Solit Maria

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 1999
Sold by
Hermann James R and Hermann Jacqueline R
Bought by
Solit Mark R and Solit Maria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
6.98%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Dion Shanna Sea -- Fidelity National Title Co
Dion Shanna S $1,625,000 First American Title Company
Funk Davyd G $1,235,000 Chicago Title Company
Chan Christian Lawton $1,230,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Solit Mark R -- Fidelity National Title
Solit Mark R -- Fidelity National Title
Solit Mark R -- Financial Title Company
Solit Mark R -- Placer Title Company
Solit Mark R $917,500 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dion Shanna Sea $300,000
Open Dion Shanna Sea $1,452,000
Closed Dion Shanna S $1,300,000
Closed Dion Shanna S $162,300
Previous Owner Funk Davyd G $3,675,000
Previous Owner Funk Davyd G $775,000
Previous Owner Funk Davyd G $988,000
Previous Owner Chan Christian Lawton $880,000
Previous Owner Chan Christian Lawton $178,250
Previous Owner Chan Christian Lawton $729,750
Previous Owner Chan Christian Lawton $984,000
Previous Owner Solit Mark R $500,000
Previous Owner Solit Mark R $500,000
Previous Owner Solit Mark R $650,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,625,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,625,000 -- --
05/27/2020 05/27/20 Sold $1,625,000 0.0% $537 / Sq Ft
04/15/2020 04/15/20 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2020 03/13/20 For Sale $1,625,000 -- $537 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $22,005 $1,777,171 $874,915 $902,256
2024 $21,640 $1,742,325 $857,760 $884,565
2023 $21,640 $1,708,163 $840,942 $867,221
2022 $21,093 $1,674,670 $824,453 $850,217
2021 $20,672 $1,641,835 $808,288 $833,547
2019 $17,639 $1,363,319 $827,927 $535,392
2018 $16,266 $1,336,589 $811,694 $524,895
2017 $15,824 $1,310,382 $795,779 $514,603
2016 $15,441 $1,284,689 $780,176 $504,513
2015 $15,364 $1,265,393 $768,458 $496,935
2014 $15,150 $1,240,606 $753,405 $487,201
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Claudia Gohler

    Village Associates Real Estate

    (925) 765-8081

    1 in this area

    19 Total Sales

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  • Stacy Hale

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Stacy Hale

    Town Real Estate

    (925) 787-1996

    95 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40899115

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 260-030-012-9

California Contra Costa County Orinda 94549 Happy Valley

50 El Castillo, Orinda, CA

This home is located at 50 El Castillo, Orinda, CA 94563 since 13 March 2020 and is currently estimated at $2,229,121, approximately $736 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 50 El Castillo is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Sleepy Hollow Elementary School, Orinda Intermediate School, and Miramonte High School.

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