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North Orinda, Orinda, CA

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3.7 /5
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Ranked 18th /29 in Orinda, CA

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

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    Price
    $2.11M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $145k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -29%

At a glance

North Orinda is ranked #18 of 29 neighborhoods in Orinda with an overall score of 3.7/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.9/5, 5th of 28 in Orinda) and curb appeal (4.5/5), at a median home price of $2.11M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $145,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.1/5) and safety (2.4/5).

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Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Ridge-view decks, Trail-forward lifestyle, Fast 24/BART access

North Orinda lives for horizon lines and elbow room: curving hillside lanes, big decks cantilevered toward Mount Diablo, and ranch-to-modern homes tucked behind oaks and redwoods. Lots tend to be generous and irregular, with terraced gardens, long drive courts, and workshop-worthy garages; Orindawoods adds low-maintenance townhomes for buyers who want the setting without the yard list. Everyday needs cluster a few minutes down the hill in Orinda Village and Theatre Square-groceries, cafés, a classic movie house-while Lafayette and Walnut Creek expand the dining/shopping radius. Outdoors, residents step straight into the East Bay park belt: Sibley, Tilden, and Briones trailheads are close enough for pre-work hikes, and club tennis and lap lanes are nearby for year-round routines. Commuters value the quick drop to Hwy-24 and Orinda BART for Oakland/SF access. Life here is quiet, green, and a touch technical to own. Expect winding roads, minimal street lighting, and a premium on vegetation management and drainage on sloped sites. Packages and rideshares find you, but street parking can be tight on the narrowest blocks, and insurance/permits may take extra diligence on remodels. For households that want privacy, scenery, and trail access without losing a practical 24/BART commute, North Orinda is a sweet spot.

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Neighborhood Amenities

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    Near good merchants

    1.1

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    Public Spaces

    4.5

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    Curb Appeal

    4.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.8

Neighborhood Weather

78%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 78% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
North Orinda ranks 16th of 29 for sunshine in Orinda, though it still out-suns nearly half of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is August, averaging 80° highs, and it gets about 27 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
85°70°55°40°JFMAMJJASONDAug 80°
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Rank in Orinda
16th of 29
Across the Bay Area
42nd percentile
Rain per year
27 in
Warmest month
Aug 80° avg high
Summer day
54° → 79°F
Winter day
42° → 57°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Beach Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Havens Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.7/5
Wildwood Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Sleepy Hollow Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Wagner Ranch Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Orinda Intermediate Middle6-8
4.8/5
Miramonte High High9-12
5/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

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North Orinda FAQs10 answers

Is North Orinda a good place to live?

North Orinda ranks 18th of 29 neighborhoods in Orinda with an overall Houseberry score of 3.7 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.9/5) and curb appeal (4.5/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.1/5) and safety (2.4/5).

Is North Orinda safe?

North Orinda, Orinda scores 2.4 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 21st of 29 neighborhoods in Orinda.

What do homes in North Orinda cost?

The median home price in North Orinda, Orinda is $2.11M, compared with $1.94M for Orinda as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $145,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in North Orinda rising or falling?

The median home price in North Orinda, Orinda is up about 13.8% over the past 12 months, from $1.86M to $2.11M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve North Orinda?

Schools serving North Orinda, Orinda include Beach Elementary (5.0/5), Havens Elementary (4.7/5), Wildwood Elementary (5.0/5), Sleepy Hollow Elementary (5.0/5) and Wagner Ranch Elementary (5.0/5). 2 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in North Orinda?

North Orinda, Orinda receives 78% of its possible sunshine, 16th of 29 in Orinda. Summer days run 54° to 79°F and winter days 42° to 57°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 27 inches a year.

Is North Orinda walkable to shops and restaurants?

North Orinda, Orinda scores 1.1 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.8 out of 5, 2nd of 29 in Orinda.

What is North Orinda known for?

North Orinda, Orinda is associated with Ridge-view decks, Trail-forward lifestyle and Fast 24/BART access. Its highest-scoring factors are schools (4.9/5) and curb appeal (4.5/5).

How does North Orinda compare to other Orinda neighborhoods?

North Orinda ranks 18th of 29 neighborhoods in Orinda. It ranks 5th of 28 in Orinda for schools (4.9/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.1/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Orinda are El Toyonal and Claremont.

What are the downsides of living in North Orinda?

North Orinda, Orinda scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.1/5) and safety (2.4/5).

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