Welcome to Orinda
Orinda is semirural country living at its best — with easy access to the sweeping natural delights just beyond a tiny but culturally-packed downtown and relaxed living on secluded properties — all without being too far out of touch with the urban Bay Area.
Neighborhood Tags
Country, semirural, cultural scene, local theater, outdoorsy, family-friendly
What to Expect
Family-friendly spaciousness with a downtown that’s focused on the arts.
The Lifestyle
Outdoorsy — with access to endless space, including parks, mountains and trails — and relaxed without being too rural.
Unexpected Appeal
The film and theater scene in charming downtown Orinda is bigger than it seems.
The Market
Hidden escapes and high-value homes with safety and comfort at its core.
You'll Fall in Love with
Access — to the boundless California wilderness as much as essential urban centers — with a settled-down feeling for the whole family.
Located in Orinda
Commute Times
- San Francisco 40m by car
- San Francisco 30m by train
- Oakland 15m by train
You Should Also Try
- Lafayette
- Moraga
- Piedmont
Around the Block
Quiet living with access to the best of the Bay Area.
Orinda is as rural as it is convenient, and its charm comes mostly from comfort and space — enough of it to allow any family to stretch out in the yard or on any of the nearby trails.
What to Expect
Family-friendly spaciousness with a downtown that’s focused on the arts.
Orinda has a neighborhood feel and a friendly, safe vibe that just may be unmatched in the Bay Area, and yet it’s one of the quickest rides to the city of all the surrounding suburbs, not to mention a thriving cultural hub in its own right.
The Lifestyle
Outdoorsy — with access to endless space, including parks, mountains and trails — and relaxed without being too rural.
Bathed in sunshine most of the year, Orinda hosts hilly trails for hikers and bikers alike, who flock to its quiet and unassuming streets for weekend warrior living or simply refreshingly slow-paced weekends with the family.
Unexpected Appeal
The film and theater scene in charming downtown Orinda is bigger than it seems.
Just because Orinda feels remote doesn’t mean it is: This town’s cultural happenings draw in locals from neighboring towns, thanks to its theatrical performances, independent film festival, comedy shows and regular live music.
The Market
Hidden escapes and high-value homes with safety and comfort at its core.
Here, great views and an eclectic collection of homes abound, with enviable amounts of space — a treasure in the crowded Bay Area — and secluded landscaped yards. With median home prices reaching $1.5 million, Orinda has some of the most expensive, and expansive, homes in the region.
You'll Fall in Love with
Access — to the boundless California wilderness as much as essential urban centers — with a settled-down feeling for the whole family.
Orinda is accessible, which makes it an ideal jumping off point for urban adventures in San Francisco and Oakland or more wild ones on the golden trails of Mt. Diablo, though it’s homey enough to simply relax at home or opt for a cozy weekend in your own back yard.
