72 Tappan Ln, Orinda
Listing courtesy of Roberta Calderon from Coldwell Banker. 415-342-1043
+19252509611
Merrill Signature Properties/The Jaz Team
Orinda is a Lamorinda city in Contra Costa County, just east of the Caldecott Tunnel on Highway 24. It is known for wooded hillside lots, a small village downtown and its own BART station. Below is what to know about buying in Orinda, along with the homes for sale right now.
Orinda incorporated in 1985. The California Department of Finance estimates its population at 19,412 as of January 1, 2026. Most homes are single-family houses on larger lots set among hills and oaks, with small commercial areas at Orinda Village and Theatre Square, home to the historic Orinda Theatre.
Highway 24 runs through the city toward Oakland and Walnut Creek, and the Orinda BART station sits in the Highway 24 median. BART trains from Orinda run toward San Francisco and Antioch.
Many Orinda homes sit on private roads, where the owners, not the city, share maintenance. See buying on a private road in Orinda before you make an offer. Much of Orinda is mapped in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, which affects disclosures and insurance, so check the address on CAL FIRE's map early.
Orinda is served by the Orinda Union School District for elementary and middle school and the Acalanes Union High School District for high school. School assignments are address-specific and can change, so confirm the current assignment with the district for any home you are considering.
For more on the city, see Living in Orinda, CA and building or buying new near Lamorinda. Buying at the higher end? See my luxury homes page.
Yes. The Orinda BART station sits in the Highway 24 median, with trains toward San Francisco and Antioch.
The owners who use a private road share its maintenance, not the city. Ask for any road maintenance agreement before you buy.
Much of Orinda is mapped in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Check the specific address on CAL FIRE's map, since it affects disclosures and insurance.
The Orinda Union School District for elementary and middle school, and the Acalanes Union High School District for high school. Confirm the assignment for the specific address.
Ready to talk about buying or selling in Orinda? Call Jaz Chand at 925-250-9611 for a local read on your options and a free home valuation. I speak English, Punjabi and Hindi. Jaz Chand, Broker Associate, The Jaz Team | Homes With Accent at Merrill Signature Properties. DRE #01751823.

Bay East © 2026. CCAR © 2026. BridgeMLS © 2026. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. This information is being provided by the Bay East MLS, or CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS. The listings presented here may or may not be listed by the Broker/Agent operating this website. This information is intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated on:
Get instant property value now!
Get instant property value now!