About 85 La Encinal
Perched on a private ridge above Orinda, this light-bathed single-level retreat serves up cinematic reservoir-to-golf-course views from sunrise to star-shine. Wrapped in fresh white siding, it welcomes with a rustic plank door into a living room clad in board-and-batten walls, warmed by hardwood floors and a stone fireplace beneath towering ceilings. The eat-in kitchen pairs stainless appliances with abundant counter space and ever-changing panoramas, plus direct access to the laundry room and a handy half bath. The serene primary bedroom boasts a flexible office/sitting nook; a second bedroom shares a full bath with soaking tub and separate shower. Step outside to an expansive view deck and terraced paths leading to a partially finished, un permitted ADU—ideal for studio, guest suite, or income potential—alongside a detached garage/workshop and ample parking. Quiet, secluded, and moments to downtown, BART, and top-rated schools, this hillside haven invites you to finish the dream. Welcome home!
Features of 85 La Encinal
| MLS® # | 41103604 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,295,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,278 |
| Acres | 1.60 |
| Year Built | 1951 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Cabin, Ranch |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 85 La Encinal |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | EL TOYONAL |
| City | Orinda |
| County | Contra Costa |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94563 |
Amenities
| Parking | Detached, Parking Lot |
|---|---|
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior Features | Office, Unfinished Room |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s) |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Living Room |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One Story |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Garden/Play, Side Yard, Other, Private Entrance, Yard Space |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Sloped Up |
| Windows | Double Pane Windows |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Composition Shingles, Wood Siding |
| Foundation | Raised |
School Information
| District | Acalanes (925) 280-3900 |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 3rd, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Amy Smith |
|---|---|
| Office | Village Associates Real Estate |