1556 Brooks St Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Downtown Walnut Creek NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,213,000 - $1,501,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,453
Sq Ft
$939/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
- Buena Vista Elementary School Rated A
- Farmhouse Style Home
- No HOA
About This Home
As of October 2023Back on the market at no fault of the seller! This charming home features 3 bedroom and 2 full baths on approximately .10 lot size. The wonderful chef's kitchen features granite counter tops, Wolfe range and a Miele built in refrigerator. The home was updated 6 years ago which includes dual pane windows, complete kitchen remodel, primary bedroom and bath added, tankless water heater, and wired electric car charger. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, large welcoming porch to relax on while enjoying your lush gardens. The primary bedroom is upstairs with a window seat that looks out to the front yard with a primary bath with Carrara Marble countertop, and Scott Mosaic tile and Carrara marble in the oversized shower. Close to Downtown, BART, Farmers Market on Sundays, Freeway access, Kaiser, and John Muir Hospital. Fantastic schools too. Open House 8/19 1-4pm & 8/20 12-3pm
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Accord License #00890767 Listed on: 08/18/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,365
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- 4,320 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Almond Court Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1781200173
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 18, 2023
Closed on
Oct 3, 2023
Sold by
Nguyen Edna M Deshazer and Nguyen Thanh
Bought by
Yekta Shabnam and Triola Damascus
Seller's Agent
Melanie Peterson-Katz
RE/MAX Accord
Buyer's Agent
Gaby Bethge
Compass
List Price
$1,285,000
Sold Price
$1,380,000
Premium/Discount to List
$95,000
7.39%
Total Days on Market
32
Views
433
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$15,218
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.51%
Original Mortgage
$1,102,500
Interest Rate
7.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 2004
Sold by
Nguyen Edna M Deshazer and Deshazer Edna
Bought by
Vanvannguyen Thanh Van and Nguyen Edna M Deshazer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$389,000
Interest Rate
5.57%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 2002
Sold by
Miller Derwood
Bought by
Deshazer Edna
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$390,190
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 1995
Sold by
Litke Fred R
Bought by
Miller Derwood
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,600
Interest Rate
7.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 1995
Sold by
Miller Judy
Bought by
Miller Derwood
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,600
Interest Rate
7.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yekta Shabnam | $1,380,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Vanvannguyen Thanh Van | -- | Commonwealth Title | |
| Deshazer Edna | $217,500 | Alliance Title Company | |
| Miller Derwood | $212,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Miller Derwood | -- | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Yekta Shabnam | $1,090,235 | |
| Closed | Yekta Shabnam | $1,102,000 | |
| Closed | Yekta Shabnam | $1,102,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Nguyen Edna M Deshazer | $235,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vanvannguyen Thanh Van | $389,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Deshazer Edna | $390,190 | |
| Previous Owner | Miller Derwood | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Miller Derwood L | $287,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Miller Derwood | $35,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Miller Derwood | $197,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Miller Derwood | $169,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,380,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/10/2023 10/10/23 | Sold | $1,380,000 | +7.4% | $950 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2023 09/19/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/18/2023 08/18/23 | For Sale | $1,285,000 | -- | $884 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $16,365 | $1,380,000 | $920,000 | $460,000 |
| 2023 | $8,720 | $691,316 | $508,106 | $183,210 |
| 2022 | $8,535 | $677,762 | $498,144 | $179,618 |
| 2021 | $8,305 | $664,474 | $488,377 | $176,097 |
| 2019 | $8,124 | $644,768 | $473,893 | $170,875 |
| 2018 | $7,218 | $573,695 | $464,601 | $109,094 |
| 2017 | $6,867 | $542,840 | $455,492 | $87,348 |
| 2016 | $6,731 | $532,197 | $446,561 | $85,636 |
| 2015 | $6,574 | $524,204 | $439,854 | $84,350 |
| 2014 | $6,491 | $513,936 | $431,238 | $82,698 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Melanie Peterson-Katz
Seller's Agent in 2023
Melanie Peterson-Katz
RE/MAX Accord
(925) 765-4444
1 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Gaby Bethge
G
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Gaby Bethge
Compass
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41036575
APN: 178-120-017-3
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