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OrindaRealty Vlatka is a long-term resident and a Top Producer for 20 years in the Bay Area. DRE # 01390784 She lives in Orinda with her husband and two daughters.

Vlatka Bathgate – Top Realtor in Orinda, Lafayette, and Moraga
Vlatka Bathgate is one of the most trusted and successful Realtors® in the Lamorinda area, serving Orinda, Lafayette, and Moraga for over 20 years. As the #1 Coldwell Banker Realtor in Orinda and a long-term Bay Area resident, she has earned a reputation for excellence, integrity, and results. Vlatka is consistently recognized among the top-producing agents in the Bay Area, a member of the Coldwell Banker International President’s Elite Circle, and holds 5-star client ratings across Google, Zillow, Trulia, and Yelp. Her clients describe her as knowledgeable, strategic, and deeply committed. She blends modern marketing and social media expertise with an old-school work ethic and a passion for helping people find the right home or achieve the best sale outcome. Whether you’re buying or selling in Orinda, Lafayette, or Moraga, Vlatka brings an unmatched understanding of the local market, refined negotiation skills, and a personal commitment to every client. Her business thrives on referrals from past clients and fellow agents who value her professionalism, market knowledge, and consistent success. Beyond real estate, Vlatka is an active part of the Lamorinda community, a founding member of the Lamorinda AVA, and a w**e judge for Contra Costa County. If you ask who to call when buying or selling a home in Orinda, Lafayette, or Moraga — the answer many locals give is simple: Vlatka Bathgate. DRE #01390784

10/16/2026

“Steep driveway? Objection lifted.” 😂

Tesla: “We made the Roadster fly.”
Vlatka: “Finally! A solution to ‘I love the house, but the driveway is too steep!’” 😂🏡🚀

An incredible reveal. And yes, I immediately made it about real estate.

Someone once told me realtors only work on weekends... I laughed a little too loud at that. Real estate doesn’t respect ...
10/14/2026

Someone once told me realtors only work on weekends... I laughed a little too loud at that. Real estate doesn’t respect office hours. Offers, counteroffers, inspections, and negotiations have a habit of arriving at exactly the wrong moment. Good thing I’m always reachable. 😁
Vlatka Bathgate
DRE #01390784

Online research is a great place to start, but local knowledge, experience, and knowing what’s really happening behind t...
10/07/2026

Online research is a great place to start, but local knowledge, experience, and knowing what’s really happening behind the numbers still matter. And yes, I’ve probably already seen the Zestimate. 😉
Vlatka Bathgate
DRE #01390784

🏡 One thing buyers often miss during a showing?How the home feels at different times of day.A bright kitchen at 10 AM ma...
10/01/2026

🏡 One thing buyers often miss during a showing?

How the home feels at different times of day.

A bright kitchen at 10 AM may be shaded by late afternoon. A dark-looking living room at noon might glow beautifully at sunset.

When you really like a home, take a moment to think about where the sun rises, where it sets, and how you’ll actually use each room throughout the day.

It’s a small detail that can make a big difference in how much you enjoy living there.

09/23/2026

Autumn is here 🍂🍷

My clients just bought a beautiful home with its own vineyard in Orinda. Unfortunately, the grapes had already been harvested, but the seller was generous enough to leave the buyers, and me, a little of the finished product.

As a sommelier, I felt it was only professional to conduct a thorough tasting. 😉

My rating? A lovely vintage, with particularly strong notes of “we bought the right house.”

Congratulations to my wonderful clients on their new home! 🏡🍇🍷

A little DIY confidence can go a long way… sometimes a little too far. 😂🔨Fixer-uppers can be full of potential, but know...
09/23/2026

A little DIY confidence can go a long way… sometimes a little too far. 😂🔨

Fixer-uppers can be full of potential, but knowing what’s an easy weekend project and what’s a call-the-contractor-immediately project can make all the difference.

Thinking about buying a home that needs a little love? Let’s find the potential without the surprises.

Vlatka Bathgate | Coldwell Banker Realty

🎨🍷 A weekend to love where you live!The Lafayette Art & W**e Festival returns September 19–20! Explore art and handmade ...
09/16/2026

🎨🍷 A weekend to love where you live!

The Lafayette Art & W**e Festival returns September 19–20! Explore art and handmade crafts, enjoy live music, and discover delicious food, w**e and local flavor.

📍 Downtown Lafayette
🗓 Saturday: 10am–7pm | Sunday: 10am–6pm
🎟 Free admission; food and drinks purchased separately.

One more reason to love life in Lamorinda! Thinking of making it home? Let’s talk.

Vlatka Bathgate | Coldwell Banker
OrindaRealty.com | DRE #01390784

09/09/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | ORINDA COUNTRY CLUB

Private, stylish and beautifully updated, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath contemporary offers exceptional indoor-outdoor living, a rare flat yard, koi pond, and wonderful spaces for entertaining.

Selling a Home in Lamorinda? Don’t Choose Your List Price by Looking at the Zestimate.
09/02/2026

Selling a Home in Lamorinda? Don’t Choose Your List Price by Looking at the Zestimate.

What is “Zone Zero”—and what does it mean for your home?California has approved new wildfire regulations focused on the ...
08/26/2026

What is “Zone Zero”—and what does it mean for your home?

California has approved new wildfire regulations focused on the first five feet around a structure.
My new guide explains:

🔥 What Zone Zero means
🏡 What MOFD currently requires
🌿 Whether landscaping can remain
📋 What sellers should review before listing
🔎 What buyers should investigate
🛡️ Why insurance should be checked early

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Vlatka Bathgate | Coldwell Banker Realty
DRE #01390784

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5 Moraga Way
Orinda, CA
94563

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