How many homes are in Moraga Country Club?
591 homes. MCC is a planned unit development built out in phases beginning in 1974. Floor plans range from attached townhome-style residences to larger single-family detached homes.
Living at Moraga Country Club
Direct answers for buyers evaluating daily life inside MCC. Use this page with MCC floor plans and community history.
The Community
Is Moraga Country Club age-restricted?
No. MCC has no age restriction. Families, young professionals, and retirees all live here. This is one of the more common misconceptions about the community, possibly because of its country club structure and proximity to Rossmoor, which is age-restricted.
What is the difference between Moraga Country Club and Rossmoor?
Both are private, amenity-rich communities popular with buyers who want club access and a managed residential environment. Rossmoor in Walnut Creek is age-restricted (55+) and considerably larger. MCC has no age restriction, is organized around a private golf and tennis club, and has a more intimate scale at 591 homes.
How does Moraga Country Club compare to the Orinda Country Club neighborhood?
The Orinda Country Club neighborhood in Orinda is a traditional residential area near the private Orinda Country Club, which was established in 1924. Unlike MCC, homes in the Orinda Country Club neighborhood do not include automatic club membership. There is no planned community structure or integrated HOA connecting residents to the club. Homes there tend to sit on larger lots with more architectural variety. Buyers considering either community should understand that MCC's integrated membership model is distinct from simply living near a country club.
Club Membership and HOA
Is golf membership included when you buy a home at Moraga Country Club?
Club membership is included with home ownership. All 591 residential owners automatically receive access to Club facilities, including the 18-hole championship course, tennis courts, pools, and clubhouse. Equity golf memberships are currently valued at approximately $75,000. Swim and tennis memberships trade at approximately $15,000. Prospective buyers should confirm current membership pricing and any wait list status directly with the MCC membership department.
How much are HOA fees at Moraga Country Club?
Monthly HOA assessments are approximately $1,280. The exact amount varies by parcel. Buyers should confirm the current assessment for any specific property during due diligence.
What does the HOA cover at Moraga Country Club?
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Amenities
What amenities are available to MCC residents?
The 22,000 square foot clubhouse includes a main dining room, bar and restaurant, lounge, and patio. Recreational facilities include an 18-hole championship golf course with a grass driving range, 10 tennis courts, pickleball courts, bocce ball, a resort-style pool with spa and satellite pools, a fitness center, basketball court, and a courtside grille with firepit seating areas. The community also has direct access to regional walking trails.
Are there restaurants inside Moraga Country Club?
Yes. The main clubhouse includes a full dining room and bar restaurant, plus a more casual courtside grille adjacent to the recreation facilities. Both are available to equity members and their guests.
Location and Commute
Where is Moraga Country Club located?
Moraga Country Club is located in Moraga, California, in Contra Costa County. It sits at the foot of the hills in the Lamorinda area, approximately 20 miles east of San Francisco and close to Lafayette and Orinda.
What is the commute from Moraga Country Club to San Francisco?
Most residents commute via Highway 24 through the Caldecott Tunnel to the Bay Bridge. Drive time to San Francisco varies between 35 and 60 minutes depending on traffic and time of day. BART is accessible from Orinda and Lafayette stations, both within a short drive of MCC.
What is nearby Moraga Country Club for daily needs?
Lafayette and Orinda both have grocery stores, restaurants, and retail within a 10-15 minute drive. Trader Joe's and Whole Foods are in Lafayette. The Walnut Creek Broadway Plaza outdoor mall is approximately 15 minutes away.
Schools
What schools serve Moraga Country Club?
Elementary through middle school students attend schools in the Moraga School District: Los Perales Elementary (TK-5) and Joaquin Moraga Intermediate (6-8). High school students attend Campolindo High School in the Acalanes Union High School District. All three schools are consistently among the highest-rated public schools in Contra Costa County. Attendance boundaries should always be verified directly before a purchase decision.
Policies and Practical Questions
Can you rent out a home at Moraga Country Club?
Yes. Rentals are permitted at Moraga Country Club. Buyers intending to rent should confirm any specific HOA rental policies during due diligence, as terms and notice requirements may apply.
Are pets allowed at Moraga Country Club?
Yes. Pets are allowed at Moraga Country Club. Owners should confirm any specific HOA rules regarding pet size, breed restrictions, or leash requirements with the HOA directly.
Can guests use the club facilities?
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What are typical home prices at Moraga Country Club?
Homes at MCC have historically ranged from the mid-$700,000s for smaller attached floor plans to over $2,000,000 for larger single-family detached homes, depending on plan, condition, and location within the community. The floor plan pages on this site include more specific data by plan type.
Can you buy or sell off-market at Moraga Country Club?
Yes. Ben Olsen helps connect MCC owners who want a quiet listing with buyers seeking off-market homes that may never appear publicly. A quiet listing can avoid MLS exposure if the seller chooses, including no yard sign, no open houses, and no public days-on-market counter. Sellers should compare that privacy and convenience against the broader exposure of a full public launch before choosing a strategy.
How Moraga Country Club Compares
Buyers researching MCC often compare it to other private, amenity-rich communities in the East Bay. The three communities that come up most often are MCC, Rossmoor in Walnut Creek, and the Orinda Country Club neighborhood in Orinda. They share surface similarities but are structurally quite different.
| Feature | Moraga Country Club | Rossmoor | Orinda Country Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Moraga, CA | Walnut Creek, CA | Orinda, CA |
| Community type | Planned unit development | Age-restricted active adult community (23 HOAs) | Traditional residential neighborhood near a private club |
| Age restriction | None | Yes — at least one resident must be 55+ | None |
| Total homes | 591 | ~6,700 units | Not a defined count; not a planned community |
| Club membership with purchase | Yes — automatic for all 591 homeowners | Yes — recreational amenities included; golf is an additional fee | No — OCC membership requires a separate application and fee |
| Golf | 18-hole championship course + driving range | 27-hole course (greens fees additional) | Adjacent to Orinda Country Club (separate membership required) |
| HOA fees (approx.) | ~$1,280/month (varies by parcel) | ~$1,100–$2,000+/month depending on housing type | Minimal or none — no planned HOA structure |
| Membership transfer fee | Golf equity ~$75,000; Swim & Tennis ~$15,000 | One-time fee of ~$14,000–$18,000 per Rossmoor policy | Separate OCC membership pricing; contact club directly |
| Home price range | Mid-$700Ks to $2M+ | ~$200K (co-ops) to $2.6M+ (single-family) | ~$1.4M–$4M+ (large single-family lots) |
| Rentals | Allowed | Restricted by age-restriction rules | No HOA restriction |
| Schools | Moraga SD + Campolindo HS (Acalanes UHSD) | N/A — age-restricted community | Orinda USD + Miramonte HS (Acalanes UHSD) |
Sources: Rossmoor.com, Orinda Country Club (orindacc.org), MCC HOA. All figures approximate and subject to change. Verify current fees and policies directly with each community before making a purchase decision.
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