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Wilder

Wilder

Neighborhood in Orinda, California

Contra Costa County 94563

$3,187,113 Average Value
$896 Average Price per Sq Ft

Recent Orinda development between two natural areas

Surrounded by the hilly terrain of an ancient volcanic preserve and another popular hiking area, Wilder is a new development on the western edge of Orinda. Residents enjoy access to hikes that start in their backyards and end with views of the San Francisco Bay. The neighborhood is also zoned for two highly rated school districts. “Orinda is all about recreation and outdoor living,” says Ann Newton Cane, a Realtor with Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty.

Wilder is a new development on the western edge of Orinda 20 minutes away from Oakland.
Wilder is a new development on the western edge of Orinda 20 minutes away from Oakland.
Wilder showcases the neighborhood's lush landscapes and elegant homes.
Wilder showcases the neighborhood's lush landscapes and elegant homes.
Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve covers 928 acres, and lies east of Oakland.
Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve covers 928 acres, and lies east of Oakland.
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Miramonte High earns National Blue Ribbon School designation

Neighborhood children may start their educations at Wagner Ranch Elementary School before moving on to Orinda Intermediate School for grades six through eight. Both schools have an A grade on Niche. Miramonte High School, which earns an A-plus, was named a National Blue Ribbon School in 2024. High schoolers can choose from a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) classes—from African American Studies and Macroeconomics to Chinese Culture and Language—and computer-science courses that introduce them to the Bay Area’s famous high-technology industry. The school also boasts a high college-enrollment rate, with 95% of the class of 2024 pursuing a college education.

Wagner Elementary School in Orinda is has about 420 kids and is K - 5.
Wagner Elementary School in Orinda is has about 420 kids and is K - 5.
Bulldog is the mascot of the Orinda Intermediate School near Wilder.
Bulldog is the mascot of the Orinda Intermediate School near Wilder.
Educational opportunities abound at Miramonte High School in Wilder, Orinda.
Educational opportunities abound at Miramonte High School in Wilder, Orinda.
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Wilder homeowners association fees cover private amenities

Homes are set into the rolling green hills of Wilder, in variations of New Traditional, contemporary and Spanish Mission-revival architecture. As part of a relatively new development, homes rarely go on the market, and prices primarily range from $3 million to $3.8 million. Residents enjoy access to a community clubhouse, green spaces, a private swimming pool and a fitness center, all covered by monthly homeowners association fees, which hover around $745. “People are extremely into the swimming and water-polo communities,” Cane says. The Wilder subdivision has a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10—significantly lower than the national average of 4.

Craftsman style homes can be found on several street in Wilder.
Craftsman style homes can be found on several street in Wilder.
Luxurious 20th-century homes in Wilder speak of opulence and history.
Luxurious 20th-century homes in Wilder speak of opulence and history.
Gorgeous and modern single family homes were built on the hillside in Wilder.
Gorgeous and modern single family homes were built on the hillside in Wilder.
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Grazing cattle in Sibley natural area reduce wildfire risk

The Wilder development includes a system of trails that weaves through more than 1,300 acres of open space. The Wilder Fields are a collection of soccer and baseball fields northwest of the neighborhood. Past the fields and across the highway, colorful wildflowers reach toward the sun along sandy trails that lead to bay vistas in the Siesta Valley Recreation Area. Homes in the southwest portion of the neighborhood back up to the Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, and a path connects the residential streets to the preserve’s hiking and equestrian trails. Free-range cattle are a common sight on the preserve's slopes, and their grazing reduces the risk of wildfires by removing vegetation.

Sports venue featuring multiple grass and turf soccer fields on a hillside at Wilder Fields and Park.
Sports venue featuring multiple grass and turf soccer fields on a hillside at Wilder Fields and Park.
Have the best soccer game with your friends at Wilder Fields and Park in Orinda, CA.
Have the best soccer game with your friends at Wilder Fields and Park in Orinda, CA.
Welcome sign greets you to the stunning Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve.
Welcome sign greets you to the stunning Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve.
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Italian classics and famous fried chicken at Casa Orinda

Surrounded by nothing but rolling hills and other suburbs, Wilder residents can find dining and entertainment in Downtown Orinda. Next to the Art Deco Orinda Theatre, the Fourth Bore Taproom & Grill provides entertainment with live music on its heated patio. Across the street, the Casa Orinda Restaurant is a cultural institution, having served the community since 1932 with an eclectic combination of Western and Italian cuisines. “It’s been around since my dad was in college at Saint Mary’s,” Cane says. “The fried chicken is unbelievable." The downtown food scene centers around a variety of international flavors, including Bangladeshi, Japanese, Vietnamese and Greek. A Safeway is farther northwest.

Enjoy a meal next to the fire pit at The Fourth Bore Taproom and Grill in Orinda Village.
Enjoy a meal next to the fire pit at The Fourth Bore Taproom and Grill in Orinda Village.
The nearest Safeway is only 5 minutes from the Wilder neighborhood.
The nearest Safeway is only 5 minutes from the Wilder neighborhood.
Residents of Wilder can find dining and entertainment in Downtown Orinda.
Residents of Wilder can find dining and entertainment in Downtown Orinda.
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Connections to downtown Orinda, Oakland and San Francisco

Wilder Road runs through the center of the neighborhood and merges with California State Route 24, which connects to several nearby city centers. The highway leads about 2.5 miles east to downtown Orinda and about 9 miles west to downtown Oakland. From there, Interstate 80 crosses the bay into San Francisco, about 17 miles away.

Wilder is about 25 minutes away from the Oakland International Airport.
Wilder is about 25 minutes away from the Oakland International Airport.
Start your journey through the East Bay hills from Orinda BART.
Start your journey through the East Bay hills from Orinda BART.
Wilder Road runs through the center of the neighborhood and merges with California state Route 24.
Wilder Road runs through the center of the neighborhood and merges with California state Route 24.
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Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

26 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Wilder US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$3,400,000
Median Single Family Price
$3,400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$896
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$3,450,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
82
Median Year Built
2017
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,889
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,859

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
679
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$227,200
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$221,463

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
80.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
26''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
75°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

2 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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