NOT LISTED FOR SALE

16 Christmas Tree Ct Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Walnut Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,491,000 - $1,679,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,965 Sq Ft
$824/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2020

Last sale price $1,328,000 $676 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,739/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV or Boat Parking
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Cottage
  • Walnut Heights Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Built-In Double Oven

About This Home

As of April 2020

Nestled at the end of a private culdesac, this 1,965SF rancher is located in one of WC's most sought after neighborhoods, Walnut Heights. The light-filled 3BR/2BA home boasts a large living rm w/gas fireplace, a bright galley kitchen, a dining rm, a separate sitting rm & a large family rm which opens to multiple garden patios, perfect for entertaining larger gatherings. Enjoy the shade of a giant redwood on a private brick patio while the cascading water feature completes the spa-like retreat setting. Lighted wooden pergolas tie the outdoor living spaces together while rock lined pathways unite beautiful vegetable, herb & flower gardens, roses, & established fruit trees. This well-maintained home is very livable as is, but has tremendous potential which is limited only by your imagination. Walking distance to the highly rated Walnut Heights Elem, swim club & Sutherland Staging area. Minutes to Hwy 24/680, BART, Iron Horse Trail, top-rated K-12 schools, as well as WC's vibrant downtown.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Rochford

Rochford Real Estate License #01470068 Listed on: 03/13/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Ruth Pettler

Better Homes And Gardens Rp License #01451663

Better Homes And Gardens Rp

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • RV or Boat Parking

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Walnut Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1801800127

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0.48 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Walnut Heights
  • Directions: Walnut/McConnell/Christmas Tree Ct
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Court, Cul-De-Sac, Level, Premium Lot
  • Pool Features: Possible Pool Site
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: RV/Boat Parking, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20909
  • Parcel Number: 1801800127

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2020
Closed on
Apr 13, 2020
Sold by
Shortenhaus Daniel and Klein Alicia
Bought by
Pettler Joshua and Gordon Margaret
Seller's Agent
Brian Rochford
Rochford Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ruth Pettler
Better Homes And Gardens Rp
List Price
$1,198,000
Sold Price
$1,328,000
Premium/Discount to List
$130,000
10.85%
Current Estimated Value
$1,619,793

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$291,793
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.48%
Original Mortgage
$765,600
Outstanding Balance
$676,940
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$942,853

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2008
Sold by
Shortenhaus Daniel L and Klein Alicia
Bought by
Shortenhaus Daniel and Klein Alicia

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 1995
Sold by
Stewart Thomas E
Bought by
Shortenhaus Daniel L and Klein Alicia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$294,300
Interest Rate
7.37%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Pettler Joshua $1,328,000 Chicago Title Company
Shortenhaus Daniel -- None Available
Shortenhaus Daniel L $327,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Stewart Thomas E -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Pettler Joshua $765,600
Previous Owner Shortenhaus Daniel L $294,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,328,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,328,000 -- --
04/28/2020 04/28/20 Sold $1,328,000 +10.9% $676 / Sq Ft
03/20/2020 03/20/20 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2020 03/13/20 For Sale $1,198,000 -- $610 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $17,028 $1,452,359 $984,280 $468,079
2024 $16,399 $1,423,882 $964,981 $458,901
2023 $16,399 $1,395,963 $946,060 $449,903
2022 $16,033 $1,368,592 $927,510 $441,082
2021 $15,599 $1,341,758 $909,324 $432,434
2019 $6,339 $486,964 $259,119 $227,845
2018 $6,126 $477,417 $254,039 $223,378
2017 $6,005 $468,057 $249,058 $218,999
2016 $5,882 $458,880 $244,175 $214,705
2015 $5,743 $451,988 $240,508 $211,480
2014 $5,666 $443,135 $235,797 $207,338
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Brian Rochford

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Brian Rochford

    Rochford Real Estate

    (925) 285-0439

    67 Total Sales

    Brian Rochford
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Ruth Pettler

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40899193

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 180-180-012-7

California Contra Costa County Walnut Creek 94596 Walnut Heights

16 Christmas Tree Ct, Walnut Creek, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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