Kari Wahl
Exp Realty Of California, Inc
(925) 396-5824
74 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista Area
$1,775,000 Price
2489 Encinal Dr Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Buena Vista Area NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,337,185
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,898
Sq Ft
$705/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Solar Power System
- Wood Flooring
- Buena Vista Elementary School Rated A
- Traditional Architecture
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of June 2025Welcome to 2489 Encinal Dr, a cozy and inviting home nestled on a spacious corner lot, offering both privacy and room to breathe. On the main floor, you will find open-beamed ceilings that enhance the style and charm of the home. The kitchen, equipped with ample storage and sleek stainless steel appliances, provides seamless access to the back patio – perfect for enjoying al fresco meals. Also on the main level, you will find three generously sized bedrooms. Descend to the lower level to discover a versatile space featuring a fourth bedroom and a bonus room. This flexible layout, complete with its own private entrance, offers an ideal separation for an au pair, visiting guests, or extended family. Outside, the expansive yard is an entertainer's delight. Imagine hosting gatherings across multiple patios, surrounded by mature trees and shrubs, and a charming outdoor gazebo. Sunny days are best spent by the sparkling pool, enveloped in the tranquility of the mature landscaping. Conveniently located near downtown Walnut Creek, Walden Park, Acalanes Ridge, and Albert Park, as well as BART and the highway for streamlined commuting.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Dudum Real Estate Group License #01994561 Listed on: 04/18/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 10,934 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Combination Foundation
- Raised Foundation
- Block Foundation
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Composition Shingle
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Range
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Parking
- No Garage
- Converted Garage
- Private Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
- Fence Around Pool
- Pool Sweep
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1712710019
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- San Luis Gardens Subdivision
Recreation
- Community Pool or Spa Combo
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 18, 2025
Closed on
Jun 10, 2025
Sold by
Padama Jay and Padama Rachel
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rachel Dreyer
Dudum Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Pam Volkmann
Christie's Intl Re Sereno
List Price
$1,357,900
Sold Price
$1,249,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$108,900
-8.02%
Views
56
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$88,185
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.70%
Original Mortgage
$874,300
Outstanding Balance
$862,086
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$475,099
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 16, 2023
Closed on
Feb 28, 2023
Sold by
Laura J Simpson Trust
Bought by
Padama Jay and Padama Rachel
Seller's Agent
Leah Tounger
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Rachel Dreyer
Dudum Real Estate Group
List Price
$1,198,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$52,000
4.34%
Views
132
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.04%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 15, 2021
Sold by
Simpson Laura J
Bought by
Simpson Laura J and Laura J Simpson Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$481,000
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 2012
Sold by
Simpson Laura J
Bought by
Simpson Laura J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 18, 2010
Sold by
Simpson Laura J and Simpson Kenneth S
Bought by
Simpson Laura J and Simpson Kenneth S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$229,000
Interest Rate
4.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 2005
Sold by
Simpson Laura J
Bought by
Simpson Laura J and Simpson Kenneth S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 1998
Sold by
Simpson Kenneth S
Bought by
Simpson Laura J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 4, 1997
Sold by
Lafaille David A and Lafaille Barbara L
Bought by
Simpson Laura J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 3, 1997
Sold by
Simpson Kenneth S
Bought by
Simpson Laura J
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Buena Vista Area, CA
-
Kari Wahl
-
Matt Rubenstein
Matt Rubenstein
Compass
(707) 749-5424
74 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista Area
$1,125,000 Price
-
Teresa Rollins
Teresa Rollins
Christopher D. Rollins, Broker
(707) 633-2645
136 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista Area
$750,000 Price
-
Alexis Thompson
Alexis Thompson
Village Associates Real Estate
(510) 422-0708
72 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista Area
$1,512,500 Price
-
Deborah Zacharatos
Deborah Zacharatos
Keller Williams Realty
(925) 940-4802
42 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista Area
$652,000 Price
-
Khrista Jarvis
Khrista Jarvis
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(925) 940-6430
658 Total Sales
1 in Buena Vista Area
$1,108,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,249,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| Padama Jay | $1,250,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Simpson Laura J | -- | None Available | |
| Simpson Laura J | -- | Lsi | |
| Simpson Laura J | -- | North American Title Co Inc | |
| Simpson Laura J | -- | North American Title Co I Nc | |
| Simpson Laura J | -- | -- | |
| Simpson Laura J | -- | First American Title Guarant | |
| Simpson Laura J | $260,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Simpson Laura J | -- | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $874,300 | ||
| Previous Owner | Padama Jay | $48,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Padama Jay | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $481,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $469,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $267,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $240,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $225,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $229,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $264,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $245,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Simpson Laura J | $25,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Sold | $1,249,000 | 0.0% | $658 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $1,249,000 | -- | -- | |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/17/2025 05/17/25 | Price Changed | $1,249,000 | -8.0% | $658 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | For Sale | $1,357,900 | +8.6% | $715 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,250,000 | -- | -- | |
| 03/29/2023 03/29/23 | Sold | $1,250,000 | +4.3% | $659 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/23/2023 02/23/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/16/2023 02/16/23 | For Sale | $1,198,000 | -- | $631 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $15,428 | $1,273,980 | $918,000 | $355,980 |
| 2025 | $15,428 | $1,300,500 | $936,360 | $364,140 |
| 2024 | $15,219 | $1,275,000 | $918,000 | $357,000 |
| 2023 | $5,524 | $399,013 | $245,547 | $153,466 |
| 2022 | $5,414 | $391,190 | $240,733 | $150,457 |
| 2021 | $5,269 | $383,520 | $236,013 | $147,507 |
| 2020 | $8,100 | $379,588 | $233,593 | $145,995 |
| 2019 | $8,050 | $372,146 | $229,013 | $143,133 |
| 2018 | $7,875 | $364,850 | $224,523 | $140,327 |
| 2017 | $4,866 | $357,697 | $220,121 | $137,576 |
| 2016 | $4,763 | $350,684 | $215,805 | $134,879 |
| 2015 | $4,649 | $345,417 | $212,564 | $132,853 |
| 2014 | $4,583 | $338,652 | $208,401 | $130,251 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rachel Dreyer
RD
Seller's Agent in 2025
Rachel Dreyer
Dudum Real Estate Group
(415) 990-1672
2 in this area
20 Total Sales
-
Pam Volkmann
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Pam Volkmann
Sereno Group
(925) 980-6588
2 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
Leah Tounger
Seller's Agent in 2023
Leah Tounger
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 701-6497
1 in this area
97 Total Sales
-
DV
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Doris Vela
Keller Williams Realty
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41091641
APN: 171-271-001-9
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