NOT LISTED FOR SALE

55 El Camino Corto Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Walnut Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,444,000 - $1,776,089

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,059 Sq Ft
$793/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 08, 2023

Last sale price $1,500,000 $729 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,217/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Hills
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Walnut Heights Elementary School Rated A
  • Stone Countertops
  • Family Room Off Kitchen

About This Home

As of November 2023

DESIRABLE NORTH-EAST FACING PROPERTY NEAR DOWNTOWN WALNUT CREEK! Boasting a mostly level 0.45 acre parcel, this 2,059 sqft single level home has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and large living/dining area. Located in the highly sought-after Walnut Heights neighborhood, this home is close to parks, trails, minutes from Downtown Walnut Creek, restaurants, entertainment, top rated schools, and convenient access to highway 680, 24 and BART. The community is flourishing with newly remodeled homes, translating to huge potential. This property has enough room to expand the home, add an ADU, or design your dream yard with a pool, an outdoor kitchen, or massive garden- the possibilities are considerable. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathryn Ticknor

BHHS Drysdale Properties License #01953883 Listed on: 10/23/2023

BHHS Drysdale Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric Larson

Compass License #02087238

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,601

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Hills
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Raised Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Walnut Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1800600189

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,601

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.45
  • Subdivision Name: WALNUT HEIGHTS
  • Directions: Newell to San Miguel Left on El Camino Corto
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Other
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet, Wood
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Oven
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Stone
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Kitchen/Family Combo, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced, Chain Link
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Front Yard
  • Pool Features: Possible Pool Site, None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Greenbelt, Hills
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Front
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 19602
  • Parcel Number: 1800600189
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 23, 2023
Closed on
Nov 3, 2023
Sold by
Toomas S Ruetman Separate Property Trust and Andres Ruetman Trust
Bought by
Torp Family Trust and Torp
Seller's Agent
Kathryn Ticknor
BHHS Drysdale Properties
Buyer's Agent
Eric Larson
Compass
List Price
$1,480,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
1.35%
Total Days on Market
12
Views
98
Current Estimated Value
$1,633,022

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$133,022
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.49%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2023
Sold by
Ruetman Andres A
Bought by
Andres Ruetman Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2023
Sold by
Ruetman Toomas S
Bought by
Toomas S Ruetman Separate Property Trust
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
Torp Family Trust $1,500,000 Old Republic Title
Andres Ruetman Trust -- None Listed On Document
Toomas S Ruetman Separate Property Trust -- None Listed On Document
Ruetman Toomas S -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,500,000 -- --
11/08/2023 11/08/23 Sold $1,500,000 +1.4% $729 / Sq Ft
11/01/2023 11/01/23 Pending -- -- --
10/20/2023 10/20/23 For Sale $1,480,000 -- $719 / 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
2024 $18,601 $1,500,000 $1,100,000 $400,000
2023 $18,601 $1,591,200 $1,336,200 $255,000
2022 $2,068 $126,993 $34,613 $92,380
2021 $2,001 $124,504 $33,935 $90,569
2019 $1,916 $120,814 $32,930 $87,884
2018 $1,841 $118,446 $32,285 $86,161
2017 $1,783 $116,124 $31,652 $84,472
2016 $1,723 $113,848 $31,032 $82,816
2015 $1,665 $112,139 $30,566 $81,573
2014 $1,621 $109,944 $29,968 $79,976
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Kathryn Ticknor

    BHHS Drysdale Properties

    (925) 819-2372

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Kathryn Ticknor
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  • Eric Larson

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Eric Larson

    Compass

    (925) 310-6644

    1 in this area

    9 Total Sales

    Eric Larson
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41042549

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 180-060-018-9

California Contra Costa County Walnut Creek 94596 Walnut Heights

55 El Camino Corto, Walnut Creek, CA

This home is located at 55 El Camino Corto, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 since 23 October 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,633,022, approximately $793 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 55 El Camino Corto is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Walnut Heights Elementary School, Walnut Creek Intermediate School, and Las Lomas High School.

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