$775,000
$15K PRICE DROP

1617 Ptarmigan Dr Unit 1A Walnut Creek, CA 94595

Rossmoor Neighborhood

Estimated payment $6,037/month

Total Views 4,253
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,483 Sq Ft
$523 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Parkmead Elementary School Rated A
  • Gated Community
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

Price Reduction! With only Four Steps into your own private resort, savor the ultimate in summer living at this vibrant Rossmoor condo. Welcome to Villa El Rey where every day feels like a vacation. Perfectly positioned for effortless poolside relaxation, this rare ground-floor residence offers direct walk-out access to your exclusive-use pool, creating a true oasis for entertaining family, grandchildren & friends-no scheduling required. Imagine sun-drenched afternoons lounging poolside, spontaneous BBQ’s, & laughter-filled gatherings, all just steps from your door. This spacious 2-bed, 2-bath condo is designed for both comfort and style. The open, light-filled layout welcomes you with expansive windows on all sides, bathing every room in natural light & offering tranquil views of mature landscaping. The eat-in kitchen, complete with a walk-in pantry, is ideal for casual meals & culinary adventures, while the generous primary suite opens to a private patio - perfect for morning coffee or sunset relaxation. Rossmoor’s exceptional amenities are at your fingertips: stroll to nearby parks, walking trails, and vibrant community centers, or take advantage of easy access to shopping, dining, and local events that make this neighborhood so desirable.

Listing Agent

Joanne Mendoza Cacanindin

Bhhs Drysdale Properties License #01713356 Listed on: 05/16/2025

Bhhs Drysdale Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,928

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

HOA Fees

  • $1,300 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

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

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1900700673

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include cable TV, common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, management fee, reserves, security/gate fee, trash, water/sewer, ground maintenance, organized activities
  • 3Rd Walnut Creek Mut Association, Phone Number (925) 988-7718
  • Rossmoor Subdivision, Villa El Rey Floorplan
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Clubhouse
  • Planned Social Activities

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,928

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,300 per month

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Rossmoor
  • Directions: Tice Creek > Ptarmigan > E7
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Ice Maker Hookup, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • Lot Features: Pool Site
  • Pool Features: See Remarks, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Other
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Carport

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer, In Unit, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Golf Course, Greenbelt, Fitness Center, Pool, Gated, Tennis Court(s), Activities Available, BBQ Area, Cable TV
  • Association Fee: 1300
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: 3RD WALNUT CREEK MUT
  • Phone: 925-988-7718
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Maint, Exterior Maintenance, Management Fee, Reserves, Security/Gate Fee, Trash, Water/Sewer, Maintenance Grounds, Organized Activities

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1900700673

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $5,928 $735,900 $350,000 $385,900
2024 $5,928 $446,585 $207,410 $239,175
2023 $5,786 $437,830 $203,344 $234,486
2022 $5,706 $429,246 $199,357 $229,889
2021 $5,551 $420,831 $195,449 $225,382
2019 $5,416 $408,350 $189,652 $218,698
2018 $5,246 $400,344 $185,934 $214,410
2017 $5,139 $392,495 $182,289 $210,206
2016 $5,031 $384,800 $178,715 $206,085
2015 $4,918 $379,021 $176,031 $202,990
2014 $4,856 $371,597 $172,583 $199,014
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Price Changed $775,000 -1.9% $523 / Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $790,000 -- --
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $790,000 0.0% $533 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Sale $790,000 +5.5% $533 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $749,000 -- --
10/28/2024 10/28/24 Sold $749,000 0.0% $505 / Sq Ft
09/27/2024 09/27/24 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2024 09/25/24 Price Changed $749,000 -3.9% $505 / Sq Ft
07/29/2024 07/29/24 For Sale $779,000 -- $525 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $749,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $360,000 North American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Individual Deed $515,000 North American Title
Individual Deed $375,000 North American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $249,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $225,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41095143

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 190-070-067-3