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$749,000 -$46,000 (-5.79%) Price Reduced

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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • Updated 11 hours ago
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Hidden in the wooded folds between Oakland and Moraga, this former Stationmaster's home is one of Canyon's most eclectic retreats, a redwood cabin perched above a ravine where light, air, and creativity converge. Reached by a narrow, illuminated footpath that winds through the trees, the home feels both secluded and alive with its surroundings. Once rumored to host musicians of the psychedelic era, it remains infused with that spirit of originality and calm. Inside, rustic board-and-batten rooms open to forest-view decks. The kitchen's vintage Wedgewood stove and peace-sign floor recall Canyon's freewheeling past, while the window-wrapped living room and river-rock fireplace invite reflection and connection. Three bedrooms are linked by ship-style ladders, adding to the home's character and sense of adventure. Water is drawn from a private spring; electricity and propane service the essentials. The meditation loft above the washhouse provides a quiet refuge for writing, painting, or simply listening to the seasonal creek. Just minutes to Moraga, Oakland, and San Francisco, yet a world apart, with an authentic blend of history, artistry, and nature.

Full Property Details for 190 Northern Railway

General

  • Price: $749,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MAX
  • MLS ID: 41117481
  • Updated: 3/18/2026
  • Added to Site: 125 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Interior Features: Dining Area, Office
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Filter System, Tankless Water Heater
  • Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Parking

  • Parking Features: Parking Lot

Location

  • Area: Listing
  • County: Contra Costa
  • Subdivision: Other
  • Driving Directions: Pinehurst, Redwood Hwy, meet at post office

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Type: Electric, Fireplace(s)

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic System
  • Water: Private
  • Utility Description: Other Water/Sewer

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Shingles
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Stories/Levels: Three or More Stories
  • Year Built: 1920

Lot Features

  • Property View: Canyon, Trees/Woods
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
  • Lot Dimensions: 7659
  • Lot Features: Secluded, Sloped Up

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale: Yes
  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $551

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 2571500327

Listed by BHG RE Reliance Partners, Mark Hardwicke

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  • Mark Hardwicke

    BHG RE Reliance Partners

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Schools serving 190 Northern Railway

School Districts:Canyon Elementary School District, Acalanes Union High School District
NameGradesDistance
Canyon Elementary School
187 Pinehurst Rd., Canyon, CA 94516
K-80.1 mi
Miramonte High School
750 Moraga Way, Orinda, CA 94563
9-121.2 mi
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Price & Sales History for 190 Northern Railway Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/18/2026
Price Reduced
$749,000
-5.79%
MLS
11/14/2025
Listed
$795,000
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Tax History for 190 Northern Railway

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$572
1%
$23,653
2%
2023
$564
—
$23,190
2%
2023
$564
1%
$22,736
2%
2022
$560
1%
$22,291
2%
2021
$553
—
$21,854
1%
2020
$552
1%
$21,630
2%
2019
$549
1%
$21,206
2%
2018
$541
1%
$20,791
2%
2017
$537
3%
$20,384
2%
2016
$521
—
$19,985
2%
2015
$519
—
$19,685
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190 Northern Railway, Canyon, CA 94516 (MLS# 41117481) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 190 Northern Railway is currently listed for $749,000 and was received on November 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 190 Northern Railway? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Canyon? You can browse all Canyon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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