54 Diablo View Dr Orinda, CA 94563
Sleepy Hollow-Orinda Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,656
Sq Ft
0.71
Acres
Highlights
- Panoramic View
- Updated Kitchen
- Private Lot
- Sleepy Hollow Elementary School Rated A
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of November 2024SINGLE-LEVEL LIVING nestled on .71 magical acres with PANORAMIC VIEWS. Come home & enjoy 2 spacious bedrooms PLUS a LARGE CUSTOM OFFICE with 2 Workstations. There are great entertaining areas that open onto the expansive patios, deck and a (mostly) level garden. The chef's kitchen provides granite counters, cherry cabinetry, Sub-Zero fridge & Wolf gas range. This is an open floor plan with a built-in window seat and soaring ceilings all overlooking the private yard & Orinda hills. There is a wonderful primary suite w/2 large closets and a recently updated spa-like bath. This is a home made to relax and unwind in. Enjoy the easy-living California ambiance. A super location offering tranquility, privacy and quality craftsmanship! Lovingly maintained and beautifully updated. Great Orinda Woods alternative. This home lives large!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
April Matthews
Village Associates Real Estate License #01221153 Listed on: 05/20/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,211
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- 0.71 Acre Lot
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Landscaped
- Private Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
- Sprinklers Throughout Yard
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Carport
Property Views
- Panoramic
- Ridge
- Hills
- Valley
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 261051003
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2024
Closed on
Nov 12, 2024
Sold by
Living Trust Of Sandia Corning Pearson and Pearson Sandia Corning
Bought by
Richey Clay and Innes Lori
Seller's Agent
Paddy Kehoe
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Ann Ward
Village Associates Real Estate
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
7.53%
Views
18
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
$42,936
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.90%
Original Mortgage
$802,650
Outstanding Balance
$798,706
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$744,230
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2014
Sold by
Knauer Douglas V and Babineaux Jennifer L
Bought by
Shogan Andrew W and Shogan Jo Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$752,000
Interest Rate
4.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2008
Sold by
Nicklin David and Nicklin Lisa
Bought by
Knauer Douglas and Babineaux Jennifer L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.64%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 20, 2006
Sold by
Starjash Dan P and Starjash Suzanne I
Bought by
Nickel David and Nickel Lisa
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
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2003
Sold by
Starjash Dan P and Starjash Suzanne I
Bought by
Starjash Dan P and Starjash Suzanne I
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
5.61%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2003
Sold by
Starjash Dan P and Starjash Suzanne I
Bought by
Starjash Dan P and Starjash Suzanne I
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
5.61%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 2001
Sold by
Starjash Dan P and Starjash Suzanne Irene
Bought by
Starjash Dan P and Starjash Suzanne I
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 3, 1997
Sold by
Bisgard James H
Bought by
Starjash Dan P and Starjash Suzanne Irene
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,950
Interest Rate
7.26%
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 | $1,500,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,500,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $940,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $880,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $900,000 | Ticor Title Company Of Ca | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $200,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $802,650 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $802,650 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $752,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $174,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $650,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $280,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $240,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $179,950 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,500,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,476,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/14/2024 11/14/24 | Sold | $1,500,000 | +7.5% | $906 / Sq Ft |
| 10/24/2024 10/24/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2024 10/17/24 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | -5.5% | $842 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2022 06/10/22 | Sold | $1,476,000 | +3.6% | $891 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2022 05/27/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2022 05/20/22 | For Sale | $1,425,000 | -- | $861 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,211 | $1,535,630 | $1,144,440 | $391,190 |
| 2023 | $19,211 | $1,505,520 | $1,122,000 | $383,520 |
| 2022 | $13,857 | $1,083,202 | $883,371 | $199,831 |
| 2021 | $13,574 | $1,061,963 | $866,050 | $195,913 |
| 2019 | $13,392 | $1,030,466 | $840,363 | $190,103 |
| 2018 | $12,349 | $1,010,262 | $823,886 | $186,376 |
| 2017 | $11,998 | $990,454 | $807,732 | $182,722 |
| 2016 | $11,699 | $971,035 | $791,895 | $179,140 |
| 2015 | $11,452 | $940,000 | $780,000 | $160,000 |
| 2014 | $11,900 | $942,921 | $723,265 | $219,656 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Paddy Kehoe
Seller's Agent in 2024
Paddy Kehoe
Compass
(925) 878-5869
2 in this area
111 Total Sales
-
Ann Ward
A
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Ann Ward
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 330-0800
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2022
April Matthews
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 200-0773
-
Peter Liu
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Peter Liu
RE/MAX
(925) 708-0947
1 in this area
34 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40994249
APN: 261-051-003-0
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