Mid-Century Sanctuary with Panoramic Views! This private Orinda residence features two parcels totaling .89 acres, offering a rare opportunity to live in the existing home or build your dream residence. The gated property provides single-story living with a storybook bedroom on the second-level. Beautiful details throughout, including views from every turn, concrete floors, exposed beams, high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, radiant floors, interior and exterior sound system, spacious rooms, and ample storage. The tranquil setting boasts lush gardens, a courtyard, play areas, multiple seating areas, and an older tennis court that can be revitalized or transformed to suit your vision. Breathtaking views of the Orinda Hills, Upper Bay, Mt. Tamalpais and more. This home offers both convenience and community in a beloved neighborhood that is close to town, commute and top-rated schools. Per public record, home parcel .60 acre, tennis court parcel .29 acre.
Sold
$2,800,000
85 El Gavilan Rd, Orinda, CA 94563
4beds
2,956sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.89 Acres lot
$-- Zestimate®
$947/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 20, 2025 at 01:18pm
Listed by:
Molly Smith DRE #01498053 415-309-1085,
Village Associates Real Estate
Bought with:
Shannon Conner, DRE #01885058
Village Associates Real Estate
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41083267

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Radiant, Other
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer
Features
- Storage, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen, Sound System
- Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,956
- Total interior livable area: 2,956 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More, Covered
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Storage, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
- Pool features: Possible Pool Site
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Hills, Panoramic, Valley, Mt Tamalpais
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 0.89 Acres
- Features: Premium Lot, Landscape Front, Pool Site, Security Gate, Landscape Back
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2622500250
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Orinda
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange