161 Bales Dr Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Walnut Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,578/month
Total Views
2,315
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,684
Sq Ft
$890
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Secluded Lot
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Walnut Heights Elementary School Rated A
- Farmhouse Style Home
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
Charming ranch-style home nestled on a sprawling 0.45-acre lot in the heart of Walnut Creek. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 1,684 sq ft of comfortable living space and a layout designed for privacy and functionality. The formal living and dining rooms welcome you with natural light and views of the inviting front porch. The kitchen features a breakfast bar, gas stove, and an eat-in dining area perfect for casual meals. The home is uniquely arranged with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom on each wing, ideal for multi-generational living or flexible use. Outside, enjoy the expansive lot with mature trees, a detached 2-car garage, and gated side yard access with a remote-control entry. The generous yard offers endless possibilities—gardening, entertaining, or potential expansion to the existing home or addition of an ADU. Located on a quiet street yet close to downtown, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools. A rare opportunity to own a large parcel in a sought-after Walnut Creek neighborhood!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,522
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 0.45 Acre Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Trash Compactor
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Walnut Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1801410042
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,522 | $1,555,500 | $1,264,800 | $290,700 |
| 2024 | $4,522 | $344,127 | $123,631 | $220,496 |
| 2023 | $4,404 | $337,380 | $121,207 | $216,173 |
| 2022 | $4,311 | $330,766 | $118,831 | $211,935 |
| 2021 | $4,183 | $324,281 | $116,501 | $207,780 |
| 2019 | $4,062 | $314,665 | $113,047 | $201,618 |
| 2018 | $3,914 | $308,496 | $110,831 | $197,665 |
| 2017 | $3,823 | $302,448 | $108,658 | $193,790 |
| 2016 | $3,730 | $296,519 | $106,528 | $189,991 |
| 2015 | $3,629 | $292,066 | $104,928 | $187,138 |
| 2014 | $3,567 | $286,346 | $102,873 | $183,473 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | For Sale | $1,498,000 | -- | $890 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $79,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41097279
APN: 180-141-004-2
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