$479,000
SOLD NOV 18, 2024
1 Bed
1 Bath
634 Sq Ft
$527/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$756 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Den
  • Buena Vista Elementary School Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 5-minute walk to Alma Park

About This Home

As of November 2024

Nestled in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek, this bright and spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo at the prestigious Montecito offers an enviable blend of comfort and convenience. The open living area invites natural light throughout, leading seamlessly to your private balcony – the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening. The generously-sized primary bedroom features a walk-in closet, providing ample storage. Residents at the Montecito enjoy exclusive access to a host of amenities, including a weekday concierge, a well-appointed business center with a conference room, a fully-equipped fitness center, and an inviting outdoor courtyard complete with a community BBQ area. Entertain guests in the stylish Club House, complete with a kitchen for larger gatherings. Just steps away from world-class shopping, dining, the movie theater, and the renowned Lesher Center for the Arts, this prime location puts everything Walnut Creek has to offer at your fingertips. With easy access to BART and freeways, commuting is a breeze, making this condo a perfect urban retreat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carissa Brikken Brown

Christie's Intl Re Sereno License #01332334 Listed on: 10/07/2024

Christie's Intl Re Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

John Berger

Better Homes And Gardens Rp License #01124479

Better Homes And Gardens Rp

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,193

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

HOA Fees

  • $527 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Den
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Guest Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1845800513

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, management fee, reserves, trash, water/sewer
  • 120 Units
  • Not Listed Association, Phone Number (925) 743-3080
  • Montecito Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill

Recreation

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,193

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$527 per month

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: MONTECITO
  • Directions: Olympic to Alpine to Alma Ave
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Building Name: Montecito
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Den, Tile Counters, Pantry
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Storage, No Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Guest, Below Building Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, BBQ Area, Guest Parking
  • Association Fee: 527
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 925-743-3080
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Exterior Maintenance, Management Fee, Reserves, Trash, Water/Sewer

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1845800513
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 120

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 7, 2024
Closed on
Nov 13, 2024
Sold by
Bradford Family Living Trust and Bradford Christopher R
Bought by
Ko Audrey
Seller's Agent
Carissa Brikken Brown
Christie's Intl Re Sereno
Buyer's Agent
John Berger
Better Homes And Gardens Rp
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$479,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-4.01%
Views
18
Current Estimated Value
$475,443

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,557
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.17%
Original Mortgage
$335,300
Outstanding Balance
$332,981
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$138,632

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2010
Sold by
Bradford Christopher R and Bradford Linda
Bought by
Bradford Christopher R and Bradford Linda

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2006
Sold by
Alpine Alma Development Llc
Bought by
Bradford Christopher R and Bradford Linda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$282,400
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $479,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $479,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $353,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $335,300 New Conventional
Closed $335,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $282,400 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $479,000 -- --
11/18/2024 11/18/24 Sold $479,000 -4.0% $756 / Sq Ft
10/20/2024 10/20/24 Pending -- -- --
10/07/2024 10/07/24 For Sale $499,000 -- $787 / 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
2025 $6,193 $479,000 $290,000 $189,000
2024 $6,047 $463,658 $328,371 $135,287
2023 $6,047 $454,568 $321,933 $132,635
2022 $5,962 $445,656 $315,621 $130,035
2021 $5,801 $436,919 $309,433 $127,486
2019 $5,664 $423,961 $300,256 $123,705
2018 $5,488 $415,649 $294,369 $121,280
2017 $5,378 $407,500 $288,598 $118,902
2016 $5,268 $399,511 $282,940 $116,571
2015 $4,463 $330,000 $233,712 $96,288
2014 $4,368 $320,000 $226,629 $93,371
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41075625

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 184-580-051-3