OPEN SAT 1PM - 4PM
$187K PRICE DROP
1611 Carmel Dr Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Downtown Walnut Creek NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,733/month
Total Views
230,225
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,234
Sq Ft
$1,052
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Buena Vista Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
Enchanting Single-Story Carmel Cottage (1611 Carmel) + Attached Apartment (1611 A Carmel) Just a leisurely stroll on level ground to Downtown Walnut Creek, this storybook-perfect cottage blends old-world European charm with modern convenience. Welcoming front courtyard surrounded by roses, camellias, and wildflowers - ideal for morning coffee or evening wine under the stars. Inside, discover warm hardwood floors, cozy nooks, vintage built-ins, and a wood-burning fireplace. Natural light fills every corner through classic cottage windows, creating a cheerful atmosphere. Enjoy a thoughtfully updated kitchen and spacious bedrooms. Walk to the library, Broadway Plaza, over 100 restaurants, boutique shops, trails, and BART - embracing both charm and urban living. Plus, a charming attached apartment with separate entrance - perfect for guests, extended family, rental income, art studio, or home office. Includes a two-car garage and two additional off-street spaces. Come experience the magic of cottage living in the heart of Walnut Creek. This home has newer HVAC and updated elec. Please note, Zillow shows this as two separate properties, 1600 and 1600A, each with its own valuation. This is incorrect - they are one parcel. Some images have been virtually staged.
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, September 27, 20251:00 to 4:00 pm9/27/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:009/27/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00Enchanting Single-Story Carmel Cottage (1611 Carmel) + Attached Apartment (1611 A Carmel) Just a leisurely stroll on level ground to Downtown Walnut Creek, this storybook-perfect cottage blends old-world European charm with modern convenience.Add to Calendar
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Sunday, September 28, 20251:00 to 4:00 pm9/28/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:009/28/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00Enchanting Single-Story Carmel Cottage (1611 Carmel) + Attached Apartment (1611 A Carmel) Just a leisurely stroll on level ground to Downtown Walnut Creek, this storybook-perfect cottage blends old-world European charm with modern convenience.Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,547
Year Built
- Built in 1942
Lot Details
- 2,657 Sq Ft Lot
- Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Cottage
- Wood Roof
- Metal Roof
- Redwood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Free Standing Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Walnut Creek Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1782900029
Map
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Home Values in the Area
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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 | $10,547 | $827,502 | $656,753 | $170,749 |
| 2024 | $10,286 | $811,277 | $643,876 | $167,401 |
| 2023 | $10,286 | $795,370 | $631,251 | $164,119 |
| 2022 | $10,145 | $779,775 | $618,874 | $160,901 |
| 2021 | $9,857 | $764,487 | $606,740 | $157,747 |
| 2019 | $9,602 | $741,814 | $588,745 | $153,069 |
| 2018 | $9,290 | $727,269 | $577,201 | $150,068 |
| 2017 | $9,089 | $713,010 | $565,884 | $147,126 |
| 2016 | $8,898 | $699,031 | $554,789 | $144,242 |
| 2015 | $8,677 | $680,000 | $539,600 | $140,400 |
| 2014 | $8,051 | $620,000 | $492,000 | $128,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | Price Changed | $1,298,000 | -2.0% | $1,052 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2025 09/11/25 | Price Changed | $1,324,900 | -4.3% | $1,074 / Sq Ft |
| 08/25/2025 08/25/25 | Price Changed | $1,385,000 | -6.7% | $1,122 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | For Sale | $1,485,000 | -- | $1,203 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $630,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $417,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
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Kat's Other Listings
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$340,000 Sold Apr 18, 2025
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,054 Sq Ft
- 1163 Running Springs Rd
- Unit 7
- Walnut Creek, CA
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41106278
APN: 178-290-002-9
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