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Home sold for $3,750,000 in 36 days

279 Sundown Ter Orinda, CA, 94563

Neighborhood: Orinda Downs

Off the market 5 beds 3 full + 1 half baths 4,621 sqft

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Nestled at end of private drive, sitting on approx .94 acre in sought after Orinda Downs neighborhood, sits this custom built home w beautiful gardens. Recently renovated, the home boasts impeccable attention to detail & exquisite design. The grand entrance opens to breathtaking formal living/dining spaces. This two story home is centered around stunning gourmet kitchen: w large center island w wolf range, custom Zinc hood, sub-zero fridge w. dual freezer drawers, 2 dishwashers, 2 sinks, sub-zero bev. drawers. Kitchen gives way to large family room & leads to covered patio/mature gardens. Atop main stairs sits the primary suite: private sleeping quarters, office, Spa bathroom w. steam stall shower, soaking tub, 2 vanities, Marble finishes, 2 dressing rooms..amazing! The professionally designed gardens compliment interior spaces: covered loggia, large lawn, swimming pool/spa, private fire pit & putting green. Easy access to town, shops, restaurants, BART, Top Rated Orinda Sch.
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Property details

4,621 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
4,621 sqft
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Hills
Land area
40,946 sqft (0.94 acres)
Price per sqft
$811/sqft
Address
279 Sundown Ter, Orinda, CA, 94563
City of California
Orinda
County
Contra Costa
Previous price
$3,695,000
Sold price
$3,750,000
Association fees
$250
nr.of parking places
3
Style
Custom
Stories
Two Story
Year Built
1990
Solar
None
Neighborhood
Orinda Downs
District
Orinda

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Interior Features

12 rooms, 3 parking places
Beds
5
Baths
3 full + 1 half
Master bath
Double Sinks,Dual Flush Toilet,Skylight,Stall Shower,Marble,Multiple Shower Heads,Radiant Heat,See Remarks,Steam,Tile,Tub with Jets,Updated Baths,Stone,Walk-In Closet 2+,Window
Other Baths
Dual Flush Toilet,Solid Surface,Stall Shower,Marble,Tile,Updated Baths
Floors
Carpet, Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Stone (Marble, Slate, etc.), Tile
Parking
3
Garage & Parking
Attached Garage
Rooms
12
# of fireplaces
2
Fireplaces
Family Room,Fireplace Insert,Gas Burning,Gas Starter,Living Room
Laundry Features
220 Volt Outlet,Dryer,In Laundry Room,Washer,Stacked Only
Heathing & Cooling
Central 2 Or 2+ Zones A/C, Forced Air Heating (2+ Zones)
Kitchen features
Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Other, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Other rooms
Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Guest Quarters, Laundry, Living Room, Possible Guest, Study
Upper Level Features
5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility
Amenities
All Public Utilities, Carbon Mon Detector, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Security Alarm - Owned, Security System Owned, See Remarks, Stereo Speakers Built-In, Washer, Window Coverings, Tankless Water Heater, Smoke Detector, Video System, Playground
Appliances
Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Basement
Crawl Space

Listed by

Finola Jane Fellner, Compass
Name
Finola Jane Fellner
License number
01428834
Brokerage company
Compass
MLS #
40947542

Buyer agent

Name
Alexis Thompson
Brokerage company
THE GRUBB CO. INC.

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Mortgage
$11,514
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$250
$11,764 per month
Mortgage
$750,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount $11,514 / month

Exterior Features

Stucco, Stucco & Stone construction and more
Roof
Tile
Construction
Stucco, Stucco & Stone
Yard
Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Garden/Play, Patio Covered, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Flag Lot, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private, Swimming Pool
Pool
Yes

Lot details

TMK #266340014
Lot Description
Backyard, Level, Premium Lot, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Up Slope, Private
Parcel nr.
266340014

Orinda Downs neighborhood info

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Costco
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Hospital
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Park
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Beach
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Elementary school
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Middle school
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Local airport
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People living in Orinda Downs

44%
Families with children
National average: 39%
22%
Non family households
48,726
Population
$261,350
Average Income

Age & gender

Median age 47 years
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Commute types

64% commute by car
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Education level

40% have bachelor education
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Number of employees

14% work in management
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Vehicles available

43% have 2 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender

43% have 2 vehicle
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Housing market insights for

$2.2m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
$2m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
82
Number
of sales*

Housing type

87% are single detacheds
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Rooms

45% of the houses have 8 or more rooms
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Bedrooms

51% have 4 or more bedrooms
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Owners vs Renters

82% are owners
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ADU Accessory Dwelling Unit

Description
det garage conversion, 240 sqft
Baths
1 full
Kitchen
Yes

Schools

9 schools with rating up to 10
School rating Distance
9
out of 10
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
20 Washington Lane, Orinda, CA 94563
Elementary School
1.828mi
NR
Orinda Academy
19 Altarinda Road, Orinda, CA 94563
Middle School
1.976mi
NR
Orinda Academy
19 Altarinda Road, Orinda, CA 94563
High School
1.976mi
School rating Distance
9
out of 10
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
20 Washington Lane, Orinda, CA 94563
1.828mi
9
out of 10
Wagner Ranch Elementary School
350 Camino Pablo, Orinda, CA 94563
2.362mi
9
out of 10
Glorietta Elementary School
15 Martha Road, Orinda, CA 94563
2.594mi
8
out of 10
Del Rey Elementary School
25 El Camino Moraga, Orinda, CA 94563
4.513mi
School rating Distance
NR
Orinda Academy
19 Altarinda Road, Orinda, CA 94563
1.976mi
9
out of 10
Orinda Intermediate School
80 Ivy Drive, Orinda, CA 94563
4.223mi
School rating Distance
NR
Orinda Academy
19 Altarinda Road, Orinda, CA 94563
1.976mi
NR
Holden High School
10 Irwin Way, Orinda, CA 94563
2.041mi
10
out of 10
Miramonte High School
750 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA 94563
4.865mi
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Price history

Sold Jun 3, 2021

Orinda Downs Median sales price 2023

Bedrooms Med. price % of listings
4 beds $3.4m 50%
5 beds $2.8m 50%
Date Event Price $/sqft Source
Jun 3, 2021 Sold $3,750,000 811.51 Public Record
Jun 3, 2021 Price Increase $3,750,000 +1.49% 811.51 MLS #40947542
May 6, 2021 Pending $3,695,000 799.61 MLS #40947542
Apr 29, 2021 New Listing $3,695,000 +183.14% 799.61 MLS #40947542
Jun 16, 1999 Sold $1,305,000 282.41 Public Record
Jun 16, 1999 Price Increase $1,305,000 +0.77% 282.41 MLS #11007648
Mar 17, 1999 Under contract $1,295,000 280.24 MLS #11007648
Mar 8, 1999 New Listing $1,295,000 +37.04% 280.24 MLS #11007648
Sep 19, 1996 Sold $945,000 204.5 Public Record
Sep 19, 1996 Price Decrease $945,000 -4.45% 204.5 MLS #26581617
Aug 19, 1996 Under contract $989,000 214.02 MLS #26581617
Aug 2, 1996 New Listing $989,000 +4.66% 214.02 MLS #26581617
Aug 2, 1996 New Listing $989,000 214.02 MLS #10581617
Aug 19, 1996 Sold $945,000 204.5 Public Record
Aug 19, 1996 Price Decrease $945,000 -4.45% 204.5 MLS #10581617
Aug 19, 1996 Under contract $989,000 214.02 MLS #10581617
Feb 5, 2018 Unavailable $989,000 214.02 MLS #10581617

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Frequently Asked Questions about 279 Sundown Ter

What is 279 Sundown Ter?

279 Sundown Ter, Orinda, CA, 94563 is a single family home located in the Orinda Downs neighborhood in the city of Orinda, California with zipcode 94563. This single family home has 5 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms + & 1 half bathroom with an interior area of 4,621 sqft.

Which year was this home built?

This home was build in 1990.

Which year was this property last sold?

This property was sold in 2021.

What is the full address of this Home?

279 Sundown Ter, Orinda, CA, 94563.

Are grocery stores nearby?

The closest grocery stores are Safeway 0967, 2.19 miles away and Trader Joe's, 2.61 miles away.

What is the neighborhood like?

The Orinda Downs neighborhood has a population of 48,726, and 44% of the families have children. The median age is 47.1 years and 64% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 82% is owner.

Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 04-18-2024. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Listing last updated on: Jun 03, 2021
Verhouse Last checked 1 year ago

279 Sundown Ter, Orinda, CA, 94563 is a single family home located in the Orinda Downs neighborhood in the city of Orinda, California with zipcode 94563. This single family home has 5 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms + & 1 half bathroom with an interior area of 4,621 sqft on a 40,946 sqft sqft lot. This house was build in 1990.
The closest grocery stores are Safeway 0967, 2.19 miles away and Trader Joe's, 2.61 miles away.
The Orinda Downs neighborhood has a population of 48,726, and 44% of the families have children. The median age is 47.1 years and 64% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 82% is owner.

*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.

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