NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1804 Cole Ave Unit 5 Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $408,000 - $527,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
786 Sq Ft
$300/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 09, 2021

Last sale price $470,000 $598 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,325/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Stone Countertops
  • Tile Flooring
  • Buena Vista Elementary School Rated A
  • Community Pool
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of July 2021

Turnkey Walnut Creek condo in the heart of downtown close to EVERYTHING! Rarely available unit in a fantastic complex. Light and bright with a spacious open floorplan. Updated kitchen with granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, newer appliances, breakfast nook and more! Living room features a custom built-in desk and private balcony. Great amenities with community pool, assigned covered parking and plenty of off-street parking. Enjoy the benefits of downtown living with BART and freeway access just blocks away, Sunday farmers markets and the fantastic shopping and eateries Walnut Creek has to offer! Don’t miss out on this move-in ready unit. No rental restrictions makes this an amazing investment opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joe Frazzano

Compass License #00982431 Listed on: 06/03/2021

Compass

Co-Listed By

Alex Tse

Compass License #01386010

Last Buyer's Agent

Tonya Colton

Notable Real Estate License #01993057

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,976

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 784

HOA Fees

  • $300 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • No Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 178450020

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, common hot water, hazard insurance, management fee, trash, water/sewer
  • 6 Units
  • California Gardens HOA, Phone Number (925) 672-2221
  • Calif.Garden Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,976

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$300 per month

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: SPSP03
  • Subdivision Name: CALIF.GARDEN
  • Directions: N California Blvd | Cole Ave
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Building Name: California Gardens
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Stone Counters, Pantry
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: No Lot
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: No Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Community Facility
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Pool
  • Association Fee: 300
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: CALIFORNIA GARDENS HOA
  • Phone: 925-672-2221
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Common Hot Water, Hazard Insurance, Management Fee, Other, Trash, Water/Sewer

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Walnut Creek (925) 944-6850

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 178450020
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 6

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2021
Closed on
Jul 9, 2021
Sold by
Baumgardner Steven and Baumgardner Robert A
Bought by
Holmstedt Eric
Seller's Agent
Joe Frazzano
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Tonya Colton
Notable Real Estate
List Price
$479,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.88%
Current Estimated Value
$461,509

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,491
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2018
Sold by
Baumgardner Steven and Baumgardner Roberta Ann
Bought by
Gaumgardner Steven and Baumgardner Roberta A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2003
Sold by
Baumgardner Steven and Baumgardner Roberta Ann
Bought by
Baumgardner Steven and Baumgardner Roberta Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,000
Interest Rate
5.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2000
Sold by
Baumgardner Roberta Ann
Bought by
Baumgardner Steven and Baumgardner Roberta Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
8.55%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2000
Sold by
Baumgardner and Roberta
Bought by
Baumgardner Roberta Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
8.55%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 1998
Sold by
Steven Baumgardner
Bought by
Baumgardner Steven and Baumgardner Roberta Ann
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Holmstedt Eric $470,000 Wfg National Title Ins Co
Gaumgardner Steven -- None Available
Baumgardner Steven -- American Title
Baumgardner Steven -- Chicago Title Co
Baumgardner Roberta Ann -- North American Title Co
Baumgardner Steven -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Baumgardner Steven $111,000
Previous Owner Baumgardner Steven $112,000
Previous Owner Baumgardner Roberta Ann $40,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $470,000 -- --
07/09/2021 07/09/21 Sold $470,000 -1.9% $598 / Sq Ft
06/11/2021 06/11/21 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2021 06/03/21 For Sale $479,000 -- $609 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East 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 $5,976 $444,000 $255,065 $188,935
2024 $5,755 $444,000 $255,064 $188,936
2023 $5,755 $428,000 $246,000 $182,000
2022 $6,228 $470,000 $270,000 $200,000
2021 $2,334 $117,198 $79,342 $37,856
2019 $2,178 $113,724 $76,990 $36,734
2018 $2,119 $111,495 $75,481 $36,014
2017 $2,063 $109,309 $74,001 $35,308
2016 $2,005 $107,166 $72,550 $34,616
2015 $1,957 $105,558 $71,461 $34,097
2014 $1,922 $103,492 $70,062 $33,430
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joe Frazzano

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Joe Frazzano

    Compass

    (925) 890-0285

    1 in this area

    411 Total Sales

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  • Alex Tse

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Alex Tse

    Compass

    (925) 788-1432

    1 in this area

    154 Total Sales

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  • Tonya Colton

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Tonya Colton

    Notable Real Estate

    (925) 699-7524

    1 in this area

    85 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40952595

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 178-450-020-7

California Contra Costa County Walnut Creek 94596 Downtown Walnut Creek

1804 Cole Ave Unit 5, Walnut Creek, CA

This home is located at 1804 Cole Ave Unit 5, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 since 03 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $457,115, approximately $581 per square foot. This property was built in 1972. 1804 Cole Ave Unit 5 is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Buena Vista Elementary School, Walnut Creek Intermediate School, and Las Lomas High School.

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