NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,353,538 - $1,581,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,526 Sq Ft
$929/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 12, 2019

Last sale price $1,005,000 $659 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,584/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV or Boat Parking
  • City Lights View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Buena Vista Elementary School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2019

RARELY AVAILABLE! GORGEOUS 3 bdrm,2 bth single-story home located in one of Walnut Creek's most desirable neighborhoods. Freshly painted interior w/ contemporary open feel. Elegant hardwood floors & plantation shutters. Upgraded kitchen w/ quartz counters & double ovens features large sky light & bay window providing lots of natural light! Lovely step-down family rm w/ cozy fireplace. Professionally landscaped. TRANQUILITY & PRIVACY abound on this huge 10,625 sq ft lot surrounded by mature trees. Soothing sounds of running water from your own pond, along w/ majestic views, makes this your perfect OASIS! Newer rear deck is ideal for relaxing, entertaining & taking in the views. 2 car garage, RV/boat parking & paver driveway. Newer roof, furnace, A/C, ducts. Exc commute! Close to BART & freeway access. Close proximity to Lunardi's, shopping, restaurants & miles of walking/biking trails. Walnut Creek Schools/Acalanes School District. OPEN SAT/SUN 1-4PM. This truly is an exceptional home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Don Wilson

RE/MAX Accord License #01065107 Listed on: 07/19/2019

RE/MAX Accord

Last Buyer's Agent

Calvin Kam

Compass License #01888090

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,735

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 10,625 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • RV or Boat Parking

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Larky Park Area Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1752030229

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,735

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Subdivision Name: LARKY PARK AREA
  • Directions: San Luis>Larkey>Alfred
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Attic Fan
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: City Lights, Hills
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Siding - Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Side Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, RV/Boat Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10625
  • Parcel Number: 1752030229
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2019
Closed on
Aug 6, 2019
Sold by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L
Bought by
Blumenfeld Alexandra and Rochabrun James
Seller's Agent
Don Wilson
RE/MAX Accord
Buyer's Agent
Calvin Kam
Compass
List Price
$990,000
Sold Price
$1,005,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
1.52%
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$1,417,635

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$412,635
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.46%
Original Mortgage
$804,000
Outstanding Balance
$712,140
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$655,894

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2018
Sold by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L
Bought by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,700
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2012
Sold by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L
Bought by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2005
Sold by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L
Bought by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 1998
Sold by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L
Bought by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$222,000
Interest Rate
7.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 1998
Sold by
Gallen James A and Szpiech Mary M
Bought by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$222,000
Interest Rate
7.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 1994
Sold by
Gallen James A and Szpiech Mary M
Bought by
Gallen James A and Gallen Mary L
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Blumenfeld Alexandra $1,005,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Gallen James A -- Title Source Inc
Gallen James A -- Title Source Inc
Gallen James A -- None Available
Gallen James A -- North American Title
Gallen James A -- North American Title
Gallen James A -- First American Title Guarant
Gallen James A -- First American Title Guarant
Gallen James A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Blumenfeld Alexandra $804,000
Previous Owner Gallen James A $153,700
Previous Owner Gallen James A $50,000
Previous Owner Gallen James A $208,000
Previous Owner Gallen James A $50,000
Previous Owner Gallen James A $187,000
Previous Owner Gallen James A $50,000
Previous Owner Gallen James A $222,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,005,000 -- --
08/12/2019 08/12/19 Sold $1,005,000 +1.5% $659 / Sq Ft
07/25/2019 07/25/19 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2019 07/19/19 For Sale $990,000 -- $649 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $12,735 $1,077,558 $804,150 $273,408
2023 $12,735 $1,056,431 $788,383 $268,048
2022 $12,456 $1,035,718 $772,925 $262,793
2021 $12,120 $1,015,411 $757,770 $257,641
2019 $5,580 $446,765 $272,971 $173,794
2018 $5,383 $438,006 $267,619 $170,387
2017 $5,268 $429,419 $262,372 $167,047
2016 $5,152 $421,000 $257,228 $163,772
2015 $5,022 $414,677 $253,365 $161,312
2014 $4,949 $406,555 $248,402 $158,153
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40875015

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 175-203-022-9