A charming two-story townhouse in Clayton’s sought-after Chaparral Springs. With 3 beds, 2.5 baths and 1,367 sq ft, it’s designed for easy living. Enjoy a tranquil setting just minutes from Oakhurst Country Club, scenic trails and downtown Clayton. A marble-tiled entry opens to a bright living and dining area where sunlight and a two-way marble-tiled fireplace create inviting warmth. Sleek, high-quality laminate flooring connects the spaces and a sliding door leads to a low-maintenance yard with redwood decking, a retractable Sunsetter awning, and a stone patio overlooking the Oakhurst golf course and Mt. Diablo State Park for sunsets. The kitchen offers tiled floors, updated appliances, and a breakfast bar, with laundry and a half bath nearby. Upstairs, high-quality durable carpet spans an airy mezzanine landing. The primary suite features diamond-peaked vaulted ceilings, a mirrored closet, and an ensuite with dual vanities, while two additional bedrooms share a hall bath. The attached garage includes built-in shelving, a workbench, and loft storage. Recent updates include a premium HVAC system, water heater, and Andersen thermally protected west-facing windows. Chaparral Springs residents enjoy a pool, greenbelts and maintenance. Close to downtown restaurants, shops, and trails
TownhomeProperty Type
1991Year Built
1,675 sq ftLot Size
$497Price/Sq.Ft.
$509/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Wendy Moore•DRE #01408930• Christie's Intl RE Sereno
Bought with Wendy Shearer•DRE #01355037• Rick Fuller Inc.
Est. $3,196 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1280 Shell Cir
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41115075
Mar 10, 2026
Sold
$680,000
$497/sq ft
Dec 23, 2025
Pending
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Nov 19, 2025
Price Changed
$685,000
$501/sq ft
Oct 17, 2025
Listed
$729,000
$533/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 17, 1992
Sold
$240,000
$176/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,035 (+4.4%)
$234,466 + $198,393
$432,859
2024
$5,780 (+2.2%)
$229,869 + $194,503
$424,372
2023
$5,657 (+0.8%)
$225,362 + $190,690
$416,052
2022
$5,615 (+2.0%)
$220,944 + $186,951
$407,895
2021
$5,504 (−0.7%)
$216,612 + $183,286
$399,898
2020
$5,544 (+1.2%)
$212,365 + $179,693
$392,058
2019
$5,481 (+3.8%)
$210,188 + $177,851
$388,039
2018
$5,278 (+3.4%)
$206,067 + $174,364
$380,431
2017
$5,103 (+3.0%)
$198,066 + $167,595
$365,661
2016
$4,955 (+1.4%)
$198,066 + $167,595
$365,661
2015
$4,886 (+2.0%)
$194,183 + $164,309
$358,492
2014
$4,791 (+2.6%)
$187,521 + $158,671
$346,192
2013
$4,670 (+14.2%)
$187,521 + $158,671
$346,192
2012
$4,090 (−7.9%)
$186,674 + $157,954
$344,628
2011
$4,442 (+0.5%)
$159,521 + $134,979
$294,500
2010
$4,418 (+0.3%)
$179,426 + $151,821
$331,247
2009
$4,405 (+2.6%)
$178,086 + $150,687
$328,773
2008
$4,293
$178,510 + $151,045
$329,555
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
1,675 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
1,367
Year built
1991
Style
Townhouse
County
Contra Costa County
APN
1184100707
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
PD
Planned Development District
The major purposes of the Planned Development District are: To implement the objectives of the General Plan; To conserve outstanding natural and archeological features; To provide more private and public open space; To encourage building variety and innovative approaches in environmental design. The Planned Development District permits, for example, mixed land uses, varied setbacks and building heights and diverse lot sizes; To promote economy and efficiency through shared facilities and services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Apr 17, 2025 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Remove and replace the air handler, heat pump, and ductwork on a residential building.
HVAC
Jun 27, 2022 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Remove and replace windows and a patio door with new retrofit units of the same size and style.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Double Vanity
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Double Vanity
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ground Floor Location, Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Pantry
Appliances: Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Water Heater
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.