$1,000,000
SOLD OCT 7, 2025

157 Shepard St Hercules, CA 94547

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,598 Sq Ft
7,501 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$385 Per Sq Ft

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Hercules High School Rated 9+
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to this stunning Hercules home offering the perfect blend of space, comfort, and convenience. This impressive property features 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, providing ample room for family and guests. The dramatic vaulted beam ceilings create an airy, spacious atmosphere, while the decorative fireplace adds warmth and character to the living area. Previously owned by artists, the home showcases unique aesthetic touches and creative design elements throughout. Enjoy the generous 3-car garage with abundant storage and parking options. Situated on a spacious lot, this home provides plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. Ideally located near excellent schools and convenient shopping centers, this property combines suburban tranquility with urban accessibility. Don't miss this opportunity to make this exceptional house your new home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

LYNEL FORD

Lynel Ford Realty License #01999983 Listed on: 08/07/2025

Co-Listed By

Irene Johnson

Lynel Ford Realty License #02199390

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Welsh

Hamann Real Estate License #02097215

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 7,501 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Side by Side Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Raised Foundation
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,598 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Raised Hearth
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Secondary Bathroom Double Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Laundry Cabinets
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Pergola

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts
  • Property is located within a water district

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 362-311-003-2

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: No
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Levels: Two
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Cook Top
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Formal Entry, Open Beam Ceiling
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone, Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Fiberglass, Low-Flow Shower(s), Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tub w/Shower Over
  • Dining Room Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining/Family Combo
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Quartz Counter, Island, Stone Counter, Kitchen/Family Combo
  • Living Room Features: Open Beam Ceiling
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Street Entrance
  • Price Per Square Foot: 384.91
  • Square Footage: 2598.00
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Pergola
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
  • Disclosures/Documents: Structural Pest Control Report, TDS Available
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Listing Price: 1000000.00
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R
  • New Construction: No
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Spa Features: Spa/Hot Tub Personal
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Features: Attached, Side-by-Side, Garage Facing Front
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Sidewalk

Utilities

  • Security: Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Dryer Included, Hookups Only, Washer Included, Inside Area, Inside Room
  • Water Source: Water District, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: West Contra Costa Unified

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R1
  • Irrigation: Public District
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1722
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7501.00

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Appliances

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 362-311-003-2
  • Bonds/Assessments/Taxes: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Contra Costa

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 7, 2025
Closed on
Oct 1, 2025
Sold by
Hughes James R
Bought by
Bolton Family Trust and Bolton
Seller's Agent
LYNEL FORD
Lynel Ford Realty
Buyer's Agent
Laura Welsh
Hamann Real Estate
List Price
$1,000,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Views
27

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.03%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$691,271

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2020
Sold by
Hughes James R and Hughes Lynn A
Bought by
Hughes James R and Hughes Lynn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$321,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 1997
Sold by
Gorecki Gergory J and Gorecki Halina
Bought by
Hughes James and Hughes Lynn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
8.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,000,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Sd
Individual Deed $280,000 North American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $321,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $170,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/07/2025 10/07/25 Sold $1,000,000 0.0% $385 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2025 08/07/25 For Sale $1,000,000 -- $385 / Sq Ft
Source: MetroList

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 $7,716 $456,008 $80,768 $375,240
2024 $7,267 $447,068 $79,185 $367,883
2023 $7,267 $438,303 $77,633 $360,670
2022 $7,182 $429,710 $76,111 $353,599
2021 $7,173 $421,285 $74,619 $346,666
2019 $6,817 $408,791 $72,406 $336,385
2018 $6,572 $400,777 $70,987 $329,790
2017 $6,476 $392,920 $69,596 $323,324
2016 $6,316 $385,217 $68,232 $316,985
2015 $6,330 $379,432 $67,208 $312,224
2014 $6,309 $372,000 $65,892 $306,108
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • LYNEL FORD

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    LYNEL FORD

    Lynel Ford Realty

    (510) 846-6415

    1 in this area

    96 Total Sales

    LYNEL FORD
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Irene Johnson

    Lynel Ford Realty

    (510) 260-5481

    1 in this area

    2 Total Sales

    Irene Johnson
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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Laura Welsh

    Hamann Real Estate

    (707) 747-9300

    1 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Laura Welsh
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Map

Source: MetroList

MLS Number: 225104378

MetroList

APN: 362-311-003-2

California Contra Costa County Hercules 94547

157 Shepard St, Hercules, CA

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