NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1655 N California Blvd Unit 256 Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,073,000 - $1,124,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,673 Sq Ft
$688/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 27, 2021

Last sale price $1,150,000 $687 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,599/month

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Buena Vista Elementary School Rated A
  • Clubhouse
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2021

Huge $100,00 price adjustment on this beautiful upscale unit with a sophisticated urban feel. Seller's have found their new home in Florida and are ready to go. The contemporary design is highlighted by top of the line appliances, silhouette shades with wood slates, beautiful cabinetry, and great bedroom closets. Abundant natural light, open balcony off the living room, huge storage unit, 3 parking spaces close to elevator, gorgeous pool and hot tub, large and inviting community room for parties. Excellent workout room; no need to belong to a gym. Perfect for walkability everywhere: BART, Lesher Center, the public library, restaurants of all types, all stores, shops, markets and downstairs to Starbucks, shops and The Counter restaurant. These special properties seldom come on the market. It's a 10!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Martha Ann Wishnev

Better Homes And Gardens Rp License #00608658 Listed on: 01/20/2021

Better Homes And Gardens Rp

Co-Listed By

Ruth Pettler

Better Homes and Gardens RP License #01451663

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Huang

License #01797495

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Zero Lot Line

HOA Fees

  • $688 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Carport
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Floor Insulation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Raised Hearth
  • Metal Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows with Low Emissivity
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Low Flow Toliet

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Location

  • Urban Location

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1785600907

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, management fee, ground maintenance, reserves, security/gate fee, trash
  • 181 Units
  • Mercer Association, Phone Number (925) 355-2100
  • Mercer Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$688 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: CCBHG1
  • Subdivision Name: Mercer
  • Directions: Ygnacio to California
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Building Name: Mercer
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Ceiling Insulation, Insulation - Floor, Insulation - Other, Low E Glass
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room, Metal, Raised Hearth
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Storage, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Energy Star Windows Doors
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker Hookup, Microwave, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Zero Lot Line
  • Pool Private: No
  • Common Walls: Corner Unit
  • Construction Type: Other
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Carport - 2 Or More, Guest, Below Building Parking, Remote, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Dryer, Laundry Room, Inside Room, Washer
  • Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Secured Access, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Solar Unknown
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Gated, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Guest Parking, Setting Urban
  • Association Fee: 688
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: MERCER
  • Phone: 925-355-2100
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Exterior Maintenance, Hazard Insurance, Management Fee, Maintenance Grounds, Reserves, Security/Gate Fee, Trash

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900

Green Features

  • Green Water Conservation: Low Flow Toilet

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1785600907
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 181

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2021
Sold by
Shi Qiuyan
Bought by
Shi Qiuyan and The Qiuyan Shi Living Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,109,574

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 20, 2021
Closed on
Apr 26, 2021
Sold by
Izen Richard and Izen Cathie
Bought by
Shi Qiuyan
Seller's Agent
Martha Ann Wishnev
Better Homes And Gardens Rp
Buyer's Agent
Brian Huang
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-11.47%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.78%
Original Mortgage
$690,000
Outstanding Balance
$632,375
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$477,199

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 2015
Sold by
Hayashi Joji and Hayashi Keiko
Bought by
Richard & Cathie Izen Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2007
Sold by
Trinity Avenue Llc
Bought by
Hayashi Joji and Hayashi Keiko
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
Shi Qiuyan -- None Available
Shi Qiuyan $1,150,000 Chicago Title Company
Richard & Cathie Izen Revocable Trust $1,000,000 Chicago Title Company
Hayashi Joji -- First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Shi Qiuyan $690,000
Previous Owner Richard & Cathie Izen Revocable Trust $600,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,150,000 -- --
05/27/2021 05/27/21 Sold $1,150,000 0.0% $687 / Sq Ft
03/29/2021 03/29/21 Off Market $1,150,000 -- --
02/24/2021 02/24/21 Price Changed $1,199,000 -7.7% $717 / Sq Ft
01/20/2021 01/20/21 For Sale $1,299,000 -- $776 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $12,971 $1,148,000 $598,956 $549,044
2024 $12,798 $1,079,000 $562,956 $516,044
2023 $12,798 $1,070,000 $558,000 $512,000
2022 $13,909 $1,173,000 $612,000 $561,000
2021 $12,846 $1,093,643 $437,457 $656,186
2019 $12,590 $1,061,207 $424,483 $636,724
2018 $12,176 $1,040,400 $416,160 $624,240
2017 $11,956 $1,020,000 $408,000 $612,000
2016 $11,736 $1,000,000 $400,000 $600,000
2015 $10,174 $857,500 $633,806 $223,694
2014 $10,195 $852,500 $630,110 $222,390
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Martha Ann Wishnev

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Martha Ann Wishnev

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners

    (925) 586-2853

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Martha Ann Wishnev
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Ruth Pettler

    Better Homes and Gardens RP

    (925) 586-6875

    1 in this area

    9 Total Sales

    Ruth Pettler
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  • Brian Huang

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Brian Huang

    (925) 360-0541

    1 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Brian Huang
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40934888

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 178-560-090-7

California Contra Costa County Walnut Creek 94596 Downtown Walnut Creek

1655 N California Blvd Unit 256, Walnut Creek, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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