Seller's Agent in 2024
Shellie Kirby
Coldwell Banker
(925) 872-4257
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
66 Karen Ln Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Lakewood NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,741,000 - $1,990,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,586
Sq Ft
$719/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Custom Home
- Updated Kitchen
- Indian Valley Elementary School Rated A-
- View of Trees or Woods
- Secluded Lot
About This Home
As of July 2024This updated 2,586 sq. ft. single-level home, situated on a level 0.37-acre lot on a quiet cull de sac, combines elegance and comfort, offering ample space for both relaxation and entertainment. Home was tastefully enlarged and remodeled in 2008. It features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and additional office space. The desirable open floor plan w/ Brazilian teak flooring is perfect for today’s lifestyle. Enjoy the beautifully level landscaped private backyard, featuring a spa with a Shoji hut enclosure, a shaded patio with arbor complete with grapevines. Additionally, 14 fruit trees grace the outer perimeter of the level lawn and meandering pathways. The koi pond is designed with a dedicated pump, drainage for easy cleaning, and a UV light system to ensure sparkling water transparency. Truly a backyard oasis! Conveniently located near downtown shopping center, Heather Farms Park, medical facilities, excellent Walnut Creek schools and easy access to the freeway. You don’t want to miss this very special home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker License #01251227 Listed on: 06/27/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,039
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 0.37 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Landscaped
- Secluded Lot
- Sprinklers Throughout Yard
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Woods
- Trees
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
- Shingle Siding
- Composition Shingle
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Raised Hearth
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Stone Fireplace
- Electric Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Screens
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Microwave
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Pool
- Spa
- Fence Around Pool
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Walnut Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1790300170
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 27, 2024
Closed on
Jul 16, 2024
Sold by
Neil C Riley Living Trust and Riley Neil C
Bought by
Mike Halsey Trust and Sharon Xiao Halsey Trust
Seller's Agent
Shellie Kirby
Coldwell Banker
Buyer's Agent
Tom Stack
Coldwell Banker
List Price
$1,795,000
Sold Price
$1,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
5.85%
Views
53
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
-$41,336
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.79%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,088,805
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$794,044
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2009
Sold by
Riley Neil C
Bought by
Riley Neil C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2000
Sold by
Rembac Ross A and Rembac Lori A
Bought by
Riley Neil C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 1995
Sold by
Hansen Frances
Bought by
Rembac Ross A and Rembac Lori A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Halsey Trust | $1,900,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Riley Neil C | -- | None Available | |
| Riley Neil C | $500,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Rembac Ross A | $256,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mike Halsey Trust | $1,100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Riley Neil C | $115,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Riley Neil C | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Riley Neil C | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Riley Neil C | $290,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Riley Neil C | $296,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Riley Neil C | $299,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Riley Neil C | $296,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Riley Neil C | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rembac Ross A | $20,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rembac Ross A | $224,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Rembac Ross A | $204,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,900,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/23/2024 07/23/24 | Sold | $1,900,000 | +5.8% | $735 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2024 07/09/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/27/2024 06/27/24 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | -- | $694 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $13,039 | $1,900,000 | $1,300,000 | $600,000 |
| 2024 | $12,729 | $1,084,088 | $384,090 | $699,998 |
| 2023 | $12,729 | $1,062,832 | $376,559 | $686,273 |
| 2022 | $12,449 | $1,041,993 | $369,176 | $672,817 |
| 2021 | $12,111 | $1,021,563 | $361,938 | $659,625 |
| 2019 | $11,865 | $991,264 | $351,203 | $640,061 |
| 2018 | $11,463 | $971,828 | $344,317 | $627,511 |
| 2017 | $11,254 | $952,773 | $337,566 | $615,207 |
| 2016 | $11,046 | $934,093 | $330,948 | $603,145 |
| 2015 | $10,795 | $920,063 | $325,977 | $594,086 |
| 2014 | $10,673 | $902,041 | $319,592 | $582,449 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shellie Kirby
-
Tom Stack
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Tom Stack
Coldwell Banker
(925) 878-9964
1 in this area
58 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41064787
APN: 179-030-017-0
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