Tonya Colton
Notable Real Estate
(925) 396-4568
70 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$1,710,000 Price
16 Christmas Tree Ct Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Walnut Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,676,152
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,965
Sq Ft
$853/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- RV or Boat Parking
- Premium Lot
- No HOA
- Walnut Heights Elementary School Rated A
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Cottage
About This Home
As of April 2020Nestled 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
Rochford Real Estate License #01470068 Listed on: 03/13/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
Ruth Pettler
Better Homes And Gardens Rp License #01451663
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 20,909 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Premium Lot
- Level Lot
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 in Kitchen
- 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
Ownership History
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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
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$348,152
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.69%
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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 Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Walnut Heights, CA
-
Tonya Colton
-
Alexis Thompson
Alexis Thompson
Village Associates Real Estate
(510) 422-0708
72 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$3,000,000 Price
-
Dominic Santoni
Dominic Santoni
Exp Realty of California Inc.
(707) 392-3750
59 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$1,650,000 Price
-
Ben Olsen
Ben Olsen
Brightwork Realty Advocates
(925) 940-8628
117 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$2,450,000 Price
-
Cynthia Money
Cynthia Money
Coldwell Banker
(925) 718-0397
33 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$2,640,000 Price
-
Soraya Golesorkhi
Soraya Golesorkhi
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 326-6671
49 Total Sales
1 in Walnut Heights
$4,400,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,328,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| Shortenhaus Daniel | -- | None Available | |
| Stewart Thomas E | -- | Fidelity National Title Ins | |
| Shortenhaus Daniel L | $327,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $154,000 | ||
| Open | Pettler Joshua | $1,003,000 | |
| Closed | Pettler Joshua | $230,000 | |
| Closed | Pettler Joshua | $765,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Shortenhaus Daniel | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shortenhaus Daniel | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shortenhaus Daniel L | $226,850 | |
| Previous Owner | Shortenhaus Daniel L | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shortenhaus Daniel L | $268,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $17,028 | $1,481,405 | $1,003,965 | $477,440 |
| 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
72 Total Sales
-
RP
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Ruth Pettler
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40899193
APN: 180-180-012-7
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