Seller's Agent in 2021
Shannon Conner
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 980-3829
28 in this area
102 Total Sales
8 Estates Dr Orinda, CA 94563
Central Orinda NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,811,000 - $3,043,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,702
Sq Ft
$798/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Glorietta Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Solid Surface Countertops
About This Home
As of May 2021Your own personal estate on Estates Drive! This completely updated craftsman-style home with beautiful and serene landscaping is in the heart of the Glorietta neighborhood. The formal living and dining rooms have custom millwork, extra high ceilings, and large picture windows with views of the garden. There’s no such thing as too many chef’s in the kitchen at this house! This dream kitchen features a 6-burner gas Dacor stove with double ovens and 2 dishwashers. The family room is open to the kitchen making this the perfect home for entertaining. The main floor also has an office which could easily act as a guest room or 5th bedroom if needed. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms including a primary suite which you’ll never want to leave! The garden has Oyster Thistle flagstone, a tranquil waterfall, firepit, and mature landscaping throughout, it's truly an oasis not to be missed. You’ll feel like you’re miles away from the hustle and bustle, yet you’re only a 3-minute drive to downtown Orinda!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Village Associates Real Estate License #01885058 Listed on: 04/09/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 0.45 Acre Lot
- Landscaped
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Additional Features
- Solar owned by seller
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Built by Kubitschek
- Orinda Glorietta Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 269031007
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 2024
Sold by
Menard Chrystal and Jensen Chrystal Nikole
Bought by
Chrystal Nikole Jensen Revocable Trust and Jensen
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2021
Closed on
Apr 20, 2021
Sold by
Wu Family 2002 Trust and Wu Emily
Bought by
Menard Chrystal
Seller's Agent
Shannon Conner
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Molly Smith
Village Associates Real Estate
List Price
$2,595,000
Sold Price
$2,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$305,000
11.75%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.39%
Original Mortgage
$2,320,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2006
Sold by
Wu Danny and Wu Emily
Bought by
Wu Danny and Wu Emily
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2005
Sold by
Fisher Robert M and Fisher Elinor C
Bought by
Wu Danny and Wu Emily
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 5, 2002
Sold by
Boyden Margaret D
Bought by
Fisher Robert M and Fisher Elinor C
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrystal Nikole Jensen Revocable Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Menard Chrystal | $2,900,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Wu Danny | -- | None Available | |
| Wu Danny | $2,200,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Fisher Robert M | -- | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Menard Chrystal | $2,320,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wu Danny | $1,500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,900,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2021 05/05/21 | Sold | $2,900,000 | +11.8% | $783 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2021 04/10/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2021 04/09/21 | For Sale | $2,595,000 | -- | $701 / 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 | $35,751 | $2,955,000 | $1,732,242 | $1,222,758 |
| 2024 | $34,738 | $2,900,000 | $1,700,001 | $1,199,999 |
| 2023 | $34,738 | $2,852,000 | $1,672,000 | $1,180,000 |
| 2022 | $35,896 | $2,958,000 | $1,734,000 | $1,224,000 |
| 2021 | $28,749 | $2,350,000 | $1,400,000 | $950,000 |
| 2019 | $27,243 | $2,180,000 | $1,288,183 | $891,817 |
| 2018 | $24,654 | $2,100,000 | $1,240,910 | $859,090 |
| 2017 | $22,806 | $1,950,000 | $1,152,273 | $797,727 |
| 2016 | $21,512 | $1,843,500 | $1,089,341 | $754,159 |
| 2015 | $21,175 | $1,794,000 | $1,060,091 | $733,909 |
| 2014 | $19,955 | $1,675,000 | $989,773 | $685,227 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Shannon Conner
-
Molly Smith
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Molly Smith
Village Associates Real Estate
(415) 309-1085
7 in this area
69 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40944913
APN: 269-031-007-9
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