luxury real estate for sale Orinda, United States

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, well removed from road noise, this exceptional Happy Valley property—offered for the first time since 1967—provides rare tranquility on a private ¾-acre setting. Expansive, thoughtfully curated gardens and sitting areas—featured in Better Homes and Gardens, HGTV, and Sunset Magazine, and showcased in multiple garden tours—create a sanctuary framed by mature oaks, redwoods, and the gentle sound of a year-round creek. Inside, a thoughtfully designed layout separates living and entertaining spaces from the private bedroom wing. The kitchen and adjoining breakfast nook open to a generous living room with a wood-burning fireplace and expansive views of the swimming pool and gardens beyond. A hallway leads to the bedroom wing, passing an enclosed garden courtyard—an unexpected retreat with decorative wrought-iron details. A signature architectural feature is the pool, which begins inside the dining room and extends beneath a walkway into the backyard. The striking indoor-outdoor connection is the home’s distinctive focal point. The private wing includes four bedrooms, all with garden or creek views. The principal suite is ideally positioned to capture the surrounding landscape and features an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet. A large storage room offers potential for a fifth bedroom with views of two garden courtyards. A detached ADU/studio provides an ideal space for guests, a home office, or gym. The backyard is equally inviting, with the pool framed by mature trees and lush plantings, and multiple areas for relaxing or entertaining. A circular driveway and three-car garage provide ample parking, with additional space along the private lane. It’s just walking distance to the Briones Regional Park trailhead. Located just minutes from downtown Lafayette, Highway 24, and BART—and within the highly regarded Lafayette school district—the property offers an exceptional blend of privacy, accessibility, and natural beauty. Offered for the first time in nearly six decades, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Happy Valley’s most distinctive properties.

This luxury townhouse is in the heart of Lafayette, just minutes from BART, the Lafayette Reservoir, and Lafayette’s fine dining and shopping. The unit is approximately 1,126 square feet over two floors in dazzling white, with two bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms, and a private, attached garage offering EV charging. Enter into the open-concept Great Room on the first floor; the dining area, well-appointed kitchen, and a powder room lie just beyond. A stairway rises from the Great Room to the bedroom floor, with two spacious bedrooms, each with its own private, en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet, and a laundry room with a stackable washer/dryer. Residents enjoy an exclusive community clubhouse with a kitchen, lounge, sun decks, barbecue area, and fully equipped fitness center with 24/7 access. Leave the car in the garage and easily walk downtown, or to the miles of nearby hiking/biking trails; in particular, one may count on running into friends and neighbors on the Reservoir’s famed hiking trail or in its picnic areas. Award-winning public and private schools are nearby, and the 24 highway is close at hand to head east to Walnut Creek, or west to Oakland, San Francisco, and the rest of the Bay Area. Quick close of escrow!

This luxury townhouse is in the heart of Lafayette, just minutes from BART, the Lafayette Reservoir, and Lafayette’s fine dining and shopping. The unit is approximately 1,126 square feet over two floors in dazzling white, with two bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms, and a private, attached garage offering EV charging. Enter into the open-concept Great Room on the first floor; the dining area, well-appointed kitchen, and a powder room lie just beyond. A stairway rises from the Great Room to the bedroom floor, with two spacious bedrooms, each with its own private, en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet, and a laundry room with a stackable washer/dryer. Residents enjoy an exclusive community clubhouse with a kitchen, lounge, sun decks, barbecue area, and fully equipped fitness center with 24/7 access. Leave the car in the garage and easily walk downtown, or to the miles of nearby hiking/biking trails; in particular, one may count on running into friends and neighbors on the Reservoir’s famed hiking trail or in its picnic areas. Award-winning public and private schools are nearby, and the 24 highway is close at hand to head east to Walnut Creek, or west to Oakland, San Francisco, and the rest of the Bay Area.

Newer Mediterranean-style luxury home in the Oakland Hills with serene hillside views. This spacious residence offers 6 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, including a private en-suite ideal for au pair, guests, or extended family. A grand entry with soaring ceilings and sweeping staircase sets the tone, with elevator access to multiple levels. The main level features a dramatic living room with fireplace and Juliet balcony. A formal dining room overlooks living room. Open-concept chef’s kitchen with island, pantry, and breakfast area, flowing into a second family room. The primary suite is a private retreat with a sitting area, fireplace, hillside views, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-like bath with sunken tub and garden access. Two additional bedrooms are on the same level, plus a large laundry room and bonus spaces for office or gym. A tropical-inspired backyard includes a fountain, multiple seating areas, and a custom outdoor kitchen. Hardwood floors, custom lighting, and an attached two-car garage with elevator access, Tesla charging, and storage complete this exceptional home. Close to all major transportation, shopping and schools.

Discover the tranquility & Mediterranean charm of this spacious home set on a private 1.13-acre lot. This property offers estate-scale living with ADU potential & possible SB9 subdivision opportunities in one of Moraga's most desirable neighborhoods. Offering warm architectural character with comfort, privacy & beautiful Panoramic view, on top of the hill. A quiet cul-de-sac setting enhances its serenity, with an open layout, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, updated bathrooms, abundant natural light, each level has its own heating system, new paint, double pane windows, new stucco all around, room for expansion or for building a tennis court, Vineyard, RV parking or ADU, expansive outdoor space with newer deck perfect for future enhancements. Quiet tree-lined streets, top-rated schools, parks, premier location. Must see!

Experience jaw-dropping panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and shimmering bay waters from this one-of-a-kind Montclair hillside estate. Perched atop a tranquil drive, 6257 Virgo Road offers over 5200 sq ft of refined luxury on a lushly landscaped 14544 sq ft lot. This architectural masterpiece features four spacious bedrooms, three and a half spa-inspired baths, a home theater, gym or flex space, and seamless indoor and outdoor flow designed for elevated living A grand dedicated office provides the perfect remote work sanctuary, flooded with natural light and designed for focus and comfort. The expansive chef’s kitchen opens to formal living and dining rooms with soaring ceilings. The showstopping primary suite includes a fireplace, a peaceful sitting area, and a boutique-quality walk-in closet with exquisite custom built-ins that will impress even the most discerning connoisseurs A seasonal creek flows gently through the backyard, crossed by a charming handcrafted bridge, creating a romantic setting for morning coffee or golden hour reflections. Owned solar Tesla Powerwalls, hardwood floors, and three gas fireplaces complete this unforgettable offering. This is not just a home, it is an experience.

6 Dorothy Place is a home of rare design integrity, one that offers elegance and serenity from the moment one arrives. Set on .34 acres on a secluded cul-de-sac in the Claremont Hills, this recently renovated three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom, 2,905-square-foot home stands with quiet confidence: A canopy of redwoods, oaks and Japanese maples envelops the structure, the boundary between architecture and landscape deliberately blurred. Renowned LA-based designer Sarah Solis, lauded in Architectural Digest, Vogue, the Wall Street Journal, and elsewhere, completed the full interior in 2024 with a relentless commitment to craft. The open living areas move with ease, from a lime-washed media room anchored by a gas fireplace, through a kitchen defined by dramatic Calacatta Viola marble, soaring ceilings, and new professional-grade appliances, to a light-filled Great Room that dissolves into the tree canopy beyond through panoramic walls of glass. Materials throughout are considered and tactile—antique walnut-stained floors, original Charlotte Perriand lighting, and French oil-rubbed bronze hardware—and assembled with the kind of intention that seems effortless only in retrospect. The lower level features the home’s three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. In the primary suite, linen-wrapped walls produce a genuinely serene retreat: a wall-to-wall headboard with floating nightstands; a spa bath with heated floors and V&A soaking tub; generous custom walk-in closets; and private access to the back garden, hot tub, and koi pond. Outside, the Zen-inspired garden, with multiple spaces for entertaining, and adjoining wooded parcel create a sense of seclusion that is rare in the Bay Area at any price point — yet the Claremont Resort and the restaurants of Rockridge and Piedmont Avenue are just minutes away. But practicality does not take a back seat to elegance. The home has fully upgraded HVAC with multi-zone heating and air conditioning, a Vivint security system, Lutron Smart Home drapes and lights in every room, a whole-home audio system with ceiling-mounted speakers throughout, a 75-inch Samsung Frame television, and elite appliances from Sub-Zero, Miele, Wolf and others. Offering exceptional flexibility, the home can be readily configured as a four-bedroom residence and includes 200 square feet of storage with future finishing potential. This is more than a beautiful property – it is a home with a point of view. Its buyer will be someone who values exceptional design, not as an aesthetic preference, but as a way of living.

Discover the exceptional potential of 0 Sheridan Road, located in the vibrant Upper Rockridge neighborhood. This expansive 12,019-square-foot vacant lot presents a unique opportunity to design and build your dream home, all while enjoying breathtaking valley views as your everyday backdrop. The property can be divided into two lots and is zoned for RD-1, S9, offering flexibility for development. Seize this rare chance to own a piece of Oakland that combines stunning vistas with limitless possibilities. Your vision for an ideal home begins here.

Residential lots in the Montclair neighborhood of Oakland Hills. Fantastic opportunity in a highly desirable location. With an upslope lot, it offers potential for stunning views and unique architectural possibilities, the perfect blend of rural tranquility and urban convenience. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to own 3 desirable lots. Seller prefers to be sold together: APN 048D730302301, APN 048D730308102, APN 048D730302201 $145,000 for all 3.

This single-family home's architectural and interior design is simply stunning, masterfully blending refined, thoughtful aesthetics to create a warm, calming space that you'll never want to leave. Move in, relax, and you won't need to change a thing. Offering three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, measuring 1,905 square feet, plus an additional 120 square feet of finished office/work room/storage. Park in a fully finished epoxy floored two-car garage with an extra spot for your golf cart, ample storage closets, shelving, cabinets, and a separate finished office area with a dark, cool spot for wine. Why is this home so undeniably special - high soaring ceiling, loads of of natural light, beautiful wide plank hardwood floors, indoor/outdoor flow from every room, a large open, dream kitchen with Taj Mahal polished quartzite counters, a seating island, tall lighted glass accented cabinets, and top end appliances, Restoration Hardware lighting, two fireplaces, automated shades for privacy and that's just the beginning. Both bathrooms are custom-designed with walk-in showers, drawer organizers, and designer tile and lighting. The expansive primary bedroom is exquisite with three French doors, mirrored lighted closets, a remotely operated fire feature accented by RH sconces, a high vaulted ceiling, and two large sliding doors that open to the balcony. Stay cool on a warm day with air conditioning. There is plenty of space to relax and host friends or school events with a generously sized front deck and a serene, private, fully fenced back yard. The quiet yard space is fully landscaped with automated irrigation. There are two deck levels to the home with electric awnings for shade, a Sonos sound system for music, a level patio hardscape with a dining area and overhead tea lights on timer, seating areas surrounded by succulents, Maple trees, and hydrangea, gates to access the front yard, and a gas line for the barbecue. Morgan Country Club offers 18 holes of golf, multiple swimming pools, pickleball, bocce, tennis, fire pits, a restaurant, golf shop, swim team, and walking trails. Exceptional schools K-12, proximity to Moraga Commons Park, a Farmer's Market, Saint Mary's College, the Country Connection Bus to BART and free concerts in the park.

Penthouse living with unrivaled panoramic Bay views! The pinnacle of Berkeley off-campus living in this stunning top-floor corner condominium. Boasting unobstructed vistas of the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge, wake up every day to sweeping views of glittering water on the San Francisco Bay and come home every night to a different sunset spanning the Marin headlands to the Peninsula. Living in a postcard! The private deeded patio affords you excellent options for dining al fresco or stargazing. Open concept floorplan with a seamless flow from the kitchen to the living area, fabulous for entertaining while keeping the astounding views center stage. Upgrades feature high-end appliances like built in Sub-Zero refrigerator, an elegant Japanese toilet (bidet), in-unit laundry, elevator building. Premier location, perched right by the University of California, Berkeley Stadium—a dream for Cal fans! Steps from the International House, Telegraph Avenue shopping, historic Claremont Resort, and the #1 ranked Public university in the USA: University of California, Berkeley. One dedicated parking space in a gated garage. Ideal starter home, pieds à terre or downsizing. Undeniable world-class views, this penthouse is unmatched.

Set beautifully against open space and framed by extraordinary Bay views, this red tile-roofed Mediterranean retreat offers the rare feeling of being away while still deeply connected to the best of the East Bay. Perched with uninterrupted 180-degree outlooks, the home captures sweeping views from the Estuary and Port of Oakland to Downtown Oakland, the Bay Bridge, San Francisco skyline, Treasure Island, the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, and Tiburon. Every west-facing room frames the landscape, bringing the Bay, sky, and evening light into daily life. Built in the 1930s and thoughtfully updated for modern resort-style living, the home pairs timeless character with meaningful improvements. Hand-hewn beams, blacksmith-crafted door hardware, white oak floors, and a Dutch front door preserve its historic soul, while updated foundations, windows, electrical, plumbing, kitchen, and baths bring comfort and ease. A gracious front approach leads past mature Japanese maples to the entry, watched over by a covered balcony. The main level is designed for effortless connection and indoor-outdoor living. An updated chef’s kitchen with honed granite countertops and stainless steel appliances flows to a large dining room and generous living room, all opening to a substantial heavy-timber view deck with iron railings. It is an ideal setting for morning coffee, golden-hour dinners, and relaxed entertaining against the full sweep of the Bay. Below, a brick auto court leads to a broad, flat lawn bordered by an orchard of fruit trees, including citrus, pear, apple, loquat, and fig. A pair of palms marks the private driveway to the lower garage, adding to the property’s quiet resort-like arrival. The floor plan offers elegance, flexibility, and room for real life. The main level includes an office or bedroom, a powder room, and an ensuite bedroom with its own entrance and laundry hookups — ideal for guests, an au pair, nanny, or a fortunate teen. Upstairs, a spacious landing connects the primary suite with three additional bedrooms. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and bathroom with natural stone finishes and a jacuzzi tub. Two large bedrooms, a third full bathroom with both hall and ensuite access, and an additional office or guest room complete the upper level. Beautifully sited, richly detailed, and designed for relaxed everyday living, this is a true retreat — a home meant to be enjoyed, shared, and lived in for years to come. • 2,847 square feet • 9,580 lot size • Built in 1932 • Six bedrooms/three and a half bathrooms • One car garage • Additional laundry mudroom level • 220V Exterior plug for car charger

Piedmont Pines Mid Century Retreat. Nestled among the trees, this serene mid-century home offers the feeling of a Tahoe getaway just minutes from Montclair Vilage. The main house features 4+ bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, two spacious living rooms, and flexible spaces ideal for a media room, office, or gym. An additional 1-bedroom, 1-bath suite with a private entrance is perfect for guests or an au pair. Designed for effortless indoor/outdoor living, the home opens to expansive private decks leading to a tranquil pond and level play area, hot tub and surrounded by gardens with a Japanese-inspired design. Enjoy glimpses of the Bay, a fuly remodeled kitchen, and an open floor plan with warm wood finishes, a wet bar, and sliding glass doors framing lush greenery. Conveniently located near Hwy 13 and scenic hiking and biking trails, this one-of-a-kind property offers privacy, beauty, and a true connection to nature—just moments from city life. Close to top rated schools, East Bay Parks and much more!

Panoramic Bay views define this fully redesigned custom luxury home on the coveted Piedmont side of Montclair, just blocks from Montclair Village. Reimagined by Daniel Strening Architects and award-winning Andrea Smith Designs, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence blends sophisticated style with effortless California living.A dramatic floating staircase leads to the main level, where an open floor plan and walls of glass frame sweeping Bay views and fill the home with natural light. Designed for both everyday living and luxury entertaining, the main level features two distinct living areas, including an elegant vaulted-ceiling lounge with fireplace and artisan limestone mantle. A formal dining room, stylish butler’s pantry with built-in bar and dramatic stone backsplash, and a beautifully updated half bath complete the space. Also featured is a versatile fourth bedroom, guest suite, or private office with separate entrance, full bath, and tranquil maple garden.The chef’s kitchen showcases high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, stone countertops, and Bay-facing windows, with direct access to beautifully landscaped level gardens for seamless indoor-outdoor living. An upper view deck provides the perfect setting for sunsets, entertaining, and panoramic San Francisco and Bay views.Upstairs are three bedrooms, including two luxurious suites with walk-in closets and spa-inspired baths. Designer bathrooms feature Grandview Hudson White tile, heated floors, custom cabinetry and mirrors, designer lighting, and a Toto Washlet in the primary suite, while the secondary bath includes a large whirlpool tub. A sunlit office or kids’ lounge with dramatic windows and outlooks adds flexibility and charm. Additional features include a two-car garage with Tesla charging station and workshop, extensive built-in storage, SPAN smart electrical panel, Unifi Dreamwall, recessed U7 Pro access points, Nest climate controls, in-wall Klipsch speakers, Navien tankless water heater with recirculation system, Carrier heat pump, seismic retrofitting, standing-seam metal roof, and new tempered low-E windows throughout. Private, refined, and ideally located near Montclair Village shops, dining, parks, and transportation, this exceptional home captures the very best of Montclair living.

Welcome to the best of California living at this fabulous single level Rheem Valley Manor retreat. Perched on a quiet cul-de-sac, this exquisitely renovated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers the ultimate in style, function, and indoor-outdoor living. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features new wood flooring, energy-efficient windows and sliding doors, upgraded moulding and baseboards, and designer lighting including recessed and statement fixtures in every room. The heart of the home is a stunning eat-in modern kitchen with all-new appliances, custom shaker-style cabinetry with glass uppers, and a full bar island complete with liquor cabinet, wine and beverage fridges, and ample storage. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, offering three closets-including a walk-in-an office nook, and a spa-like en-suite bath with oversized rain shower, private water closet, and double-sink vanity. All bathrooms have been fully remodeled with premium finishes. Indoor living flows effortlessly to the incredible flat and private backyard oasis, featuring a remodeled pool and spa, 900 sq ft Ipe wood deck with outdoor bar and pergola, a luxurious poolside clubhouse, built-in firepit, and sport court. Solar panels and a finished three-car garage with epoxy flooring completes this rare and resort-like offering in this prime and sought after Rheem Valley Manor locations close to k-12 top rated schools, Rheem shopping center and more. Welcome home!

Incomparable views from each of three levels elevate this spacious home above others in this beautiful enclave. Literally from top to bottom, the home surveys San Francisco, the Peninsula, and the Bay. Guests enter the grand foyer on the home’s middle level, which offers entertainment areas on all sides. Enjoy an aperitif in the 400-square-foot living room, warmed with an oversized fireplace, with spectacular views and access to a stunning terrace. From there take formal meals in the dining room close by, which easily seats eight to ten. The wine cellar is close at hand, allowing hosts to freshen guests’ goblets with ease. Alternatively, take informal meals in the nearby breakfast nook, with beautiful views. Between the two dining areas lies the well-appointed kitchen (with Bosch and Viking appliances, and an island) and a 250-square-foot butler’s pantry. Cleaning up after meals is as painless as cleaning up can be, as the kitchen has two dishwashers, and the butler’s pantry has a third. Down a couple of stairs is the 425-square-foot family room; look to one side at a movie playing on the oversized, built-in television, or to the other side at views of the City over the spacious terrace outside. Three bedrooms, including the principal suite, lie upstairs (with two full bathrooms); the other three bedrooms (and two more full bathrooms), a spacious laundry room (with LG appliances and custom cabinetry), and a wide terrace lie downstairs. The primary suite is particularly distinctive, more than 450 square feet in size, with incomparable views on two sides, a fireplace, wet bar, private terrace with more views, dressing room/closet that will accommodate anyone’s wardrobe, and en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, a shower with elite fixtures (and Bay views), and a Jacuzzi soaking tub. Ornate stairways connect all the floors, and so does a spacious elevator, linking the garage on the ground floor with all the living floors above. Working from home is a pleasure in the spacious office, also on the main level, or in the library/office on the lower level. Refinished Australian Mahogany hardwoods grace the premises throughout. Although the home carries a La Salle Avenue address, it actually is well removed from La Salle itself, at the top of a private, gated drive (marked by mature Italian cypress trees). Parking for residents and guests is easy, in the four-car garage or on the spacious driveway in front.

An exceptional opportunity to own 2 homes on one lot in one of Berkeleys most beloved neighborhoods. The front and primary residence is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath California Craftsman filled with classic charm and architectural character, ready for thoughtful updating to restore its timeless beauty. Rich in potential, this home invites you to blend historic style with modern vision. Tucked behind the main house is a second residence offering flexible possibilitiesideal for renovation as a duplex for rental income or reimagined as a standalone single-family home. Bring your creativity, tool belt, and appreciation for craftsmanship to this tree-lined Berkeley Elmwood setting. Live in a charming architectural gem while generating income from the additional dwelling, all just minutes from the historic Claremont Hotel and Pool and Tennis Club, University of California, Berkeley, scenic Tilden Park, and the vibrant local shops, restaurants, and cafes that make Berkeley so special. A rare chance to create something truly special in a premier location. College Ave / Stuart St Cross Street: College Ave.

Striking views of the Oakland and San Francisco skylines, and the Golden Gate Bridge, distinguish this home tucked between Montclair and Piedmont. From the foyer (under custom lighting) one’s attention is drawn to the distinctive living room, with glorious views on two sides and a fireplace to ward off winter chill. The adjacent dining room seats six to eight with ease. From there, enjoy access to the back yard deck, under a pergola, for relaxing and entertaining in the warm summer months. The back yard offers a grassy play area, a courtyard with two grills (one gas, one charcoal), a cooking prep center with a countertop, and a hot tub with bench seating and Bay views. Inside, the kitchen sits alongside, with quartzite counters and an island, and a spacious walk-in pantry. Take casual meals at a breakfast bar or in the dining nook adjoining the kitchen. Distinctive hardwoods grace the premises. A spacious family room completes the main floor. The bedrooms are both upstairs and downstairs from the main level. The principal suite upstairs has gorgeous views on two sides, two spacious closets, and a lovely en-suite bathroom under a skylight, with dual sinks and a soaking tub and spa. The suite has access to a sun-splashed private deck. The second bedroom upstairs also offers views on two sides and dual closets. The bottom floor has three more bedrooms (one now configured as an office) and two large bathrooms. Parking is abundant, either in the two-car garage, the wide driveway, or on the quiet street in front of the home.

Some homes are lived in. Others are loved. For over four decades, 6004 Auburn Avenue has been the latter. A pride of ownership Rockridge Craftsman, exceptionally well maintained and respectfully improved over time, rich with original detail, generous proportions, lush gardens, and abundant natural light. From the welcoming front porch and foyer, hallmark Craftsman elements unfold in every direction. Expansive living room windows illuminate a copper accented fireplace, tray ceilings, and inlaid oak floors that flow seamlessly through original pocket doors into a formal dining room beneath trademark box beam ceilings. The inviting kitchen features illuminated cabinetry, ceramic tile backsplash, and modern appliances, with a garden-facing laundry room just beyond, steps from the main level bedroom and charming hallway full bathroom, supporting an easy flow for daily living. Upstairs, bright, spacious bedrooms impress with exposed-beam vaulted ceilings, skylights, and ample storage. A shared office nook overlooking Auburn Avenue provides a quiet place for work or reflection. The backyard offers a peaceful retreat, with a sprawling deck, mature layered greenery, and integrated lighting that invites year-round enjoyment. A delightful, fully finished cottage with overhead storage, skylights, a wall heater, and a workbench offers flexible space for a workshop, studio, or office. Set on one of Rockridge’s most beloved streets, just one block from College Avenue and moments from Market Hall, Trader Joe’s, Ain’t Normal Cafe, Rockridge BART, Highway 24, and Chabot Elementary, offering the perfect balance of community and convenience. But what makes 6004 Auburn Avenue truly special is the feeling that this home has been deeply cared for, and that it is ready to welcome its next chapter with the same warmth and intention. A rare, legacy home not to be missed!