Seller's Agent in 2020
Chris Swim
Compass
(925) 766-1447
6 in this area
53 Total Sales
Estimated Value: $3,955,000 - $9,601,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,800
Sq Ft
$1,305/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Guest House
- Media Room
- RV or Boat Parking
- Sleepy Hollow Elementary School Rated A
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Custom Home
About This Home
As of October 2020Retreat to Casa Serena, Orinda, private sanctuary & gated vineyard estate on 1.69 level acres. LEED platinum certified. Unsurpassed craftsmanship. Acute attn to every detail. 5800+/- sf on single level. 5 bds. 5.5 bths. Stunning formals, 1000-bottle wine cabinet, high-tech media rm, executive office, great rm w/chef-worthy gourmet kitchen, home gym, flexible sp for guest/in-law quarters. Mtr bdrm w/dual sided frpl, prvt patio & copper spa. Soaring exposed basswood beam ceilings, distressed French oak flrs, smooth textured walls, walnut cabinetry, automated skylts. Crestron lghtng & snd systm. Solar panels. Wall of window & multiple French drs open to resort-inspired bkyd w/white travertine tile from Peru, loggia, ktchn, firept, pool, spa, cabana, millstone fountain. Katherine Spitz-designed gardens, koi pond, wtrfall, olive trees from Spain. 2-car garage + permitted plans for 2-car, 2-level carriage house. 20 miles to dwntwn SF. Close to Orinda Village, BART, frwys, top-rated schools.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 2009
Lot Details
- 1.7 Acre Lot
- Dog Run
- Fenced
- Sprinklers Throughout Yard
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
- RV or Boat Parking
Home Design
- Custom Home
- French Country Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Sound System
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Media Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room with Fireplace
- Bonus Room
- Music Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Park or Greenbelt Views
- Partial Basement
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Fire Sprinkler System
Pool
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Gas Heated Pool
- Gunite Pool
- Spa
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Radiant Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Outdoor Storage
- Guest House
- Vineyard
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Built by Bruce Teel
- Orinda C.C. Subdivision, Napa Valley Estate Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2611200078
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 16, 2020
Closed on
Oct 6, 2020
Sold by
Miller Hank H and Miller Bonnie
Bought by
Burke Gerald P and Burke Marilyn
Seller's Agent
Chris Swim
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Enea
Compass
List Price
$8,500,000
Sold Price
$8,360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$140,000
-1.65%
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
-$789,269
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.86%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2020
Sold by
Miller Hank and Miller Henry H
Bought by
Miller Henry H and Miller Bonnie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 27, 2006
Sold by
Reicher Sherratt and Reicher Wendy
Bought by
Miller Hank and Miller Bonnie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 14, 2005
Sold by
Howard Michael E
Bought by
Reicher Sherratt and Reicher Wendy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,355,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2002
Sold by
Bickerstaff Malvine K
Bought by
Bickerstaff Malvine K
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burke Gerald P | $8,360,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Miller Henry H | -- | Stewart Ttl Of Calfornia Inc | |
| Miller Hank | -- | Financial Title Company | |
| Reicher Sherratt | $2,605,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Bickerstaff Malvine K | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Miller Henry H | $600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Miller Hank | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Reicher Sherratt | $1,355,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $8,360,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/13/2020 10/13/20 | Sold | $8,360,000 | -1.6% | $1,441 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2020 09/19/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2020 09/16/20 | For Sale | $8,500,000 | -- | $1,466 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
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 | $107,237 | $9,212,331 | $6,494,592 | $2,717,739 |
| 2024 | $103,670 | $9,031,698 | $6,367,248 | $2,664,450 |
| 2023 | $103,670 | $8,837,744 | $6,242,400 | $2,595,344 |
| 2022 | $100,524 | $8,557,200 | $6,120,000 | $2,437,200 |
| 2021 | $98,158 | $8,360,000 | $6,000,000 | $2,360,000 |
| 2019 | $39,320 | $3,207,303 | $1,489,294 | $1,718,009 |
| 2018 | $36,127 | $3,144,416 | $1,460,093 | $1,684,323 |
| 2017 | $35,175 | $3,082,762 | $1,431,464 | $1,651,298 |
| 2016 | $34,327 | $3,022,317 | $1,403,397 | $1,618,920 |
| 2015 | $34,190 | $2,976,920 | $1,382,317 | $1,594,603 |
| 2014 | $33,731 | $2,918,607 | $1,355,240 | $1,563,367 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Chris Swim
-
Tracy Keaton
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Tracy Keaton
Compass
(925) 766-1136
4 in this area
37 Total Sales
-
Elizabeth Enea
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Elizabeth Enea
Compass
(925) 200-2471
32 Total Sales
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40921049
APN: 261-120-007-8
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