Great opp. 2 homes - 3bdrms/1ba & garage and 1bdrm/1ba. Property is great for a family with in-law unit needs or rental income for an investor. Cottage rented @ $1800. Main was rented @ $2600. Top-rated schools, walking distance to BART, Iron Horse Trail, easy access to the fwy.
Single-familyProperty Type
2024Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$555Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Christine Gallegos•DRE #01896511• Pacific Union International
Bought with Mary Anne Lahaye•DRE #01322676• Empire Realty Associates
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40754411
Nov 10, 2016
Sold
$925,000
$283/sq ft
Oct 4, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 15, 2016
Pending
—
Aug 22, 2016
Listed
$925,000
$283/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40572962
Jul 2, 2012
Sold
$635,000
$194/sq ft
May 17, 2012
Pending
—
May 7, 2012
Listed
$625,000
$191/sq ft
+15
3 bedrooms in main house PLUS big, beautiful, separate cottage with kitchen and bath. Potential use for au pair, in-laws unit or as a rental. Desirable Walnut Creek schools. Convenient to Bart, Iron horse Trail, and downtown Walnut Creek. Large, flat lot is over 1/3 acre and has huge parking area.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,163 (+12.5%)
$858,248 + $467,492
$1,325,740
2024
$13,472 (+2.5%)
$841,420 + $372,326
$1,213,746
2023
$13,147 (+2.2%)
$824,922 + $258,163
$1,083,085
2022
$12,861 (+2.9%)
$808,748 + $253,101
$1,061,849
2021
$12,503 (+1.4%)
$792,891 + $218,727
$1,011,618
2020
$12,332 (+1.0%)
$777,345 + $214,439
$991,784
2019
$12,204 (+3.5%)
$769,375 + $212,241
$981,616
2018
$11,795 (+2.1%)
$754,290 + $208,080
$962,370
2017
$11,555 (+31.5%)
$725,000 + $200,000
$925,000
2016
$8,785 (+2.5%)
$725,000 + $200,000
$925,000
2015
$8,571 (+1.4%)
$541,129 + $132,628
$673,757
2014
$8,450 (+1.8%)
$522,561 + $128,078
$650,639
2013
$8,303 (+331.0%)
$522,561 + $128,078
$650,639
2012
$1,926 (+3.8%)
$520,200 + $127,500
$647,700
2011
$1,855 (+3.5%)
$27,300 + $47,800
$75,100
2010
$1,792 (+5.3%)
$26,765 + $46,863
$73,628
2009
$1,702 (+0.7%)
$26,565 + $46,513
$73,078
2008
$1,690
$26,629 + $46,624
$73,253
Tax history for 1291 Walden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,163 (+12.5%)
$858,248 + $467,492
$1,325,740
2024
$13,472 (+2.5%)
$841,420 + $372,326
$1,213,746
2023
$13,147 (+2.2%)
$824,922 + $258,163
$1,083,085
2022
$12,861 (+2.9%)
$808,748 + $253,101
$1,061,849
2021
$12,503 (+1.4%)
$792,891 + $218,727
$1,011,618
2020
$12,332 (+1.0%)
$777,345 + $214,439
$991,784
2019
$12,204 (+3.5%)
$769,375 + $212,241
$981,616
2018
$11,795 (+2.1%)
$754,290 + $208,080
$962,370
2017
$11,555 (+31.5%)
$725,000 + $200,000
$925,000
2016
$8,785 (+2.5%)
$725,000 + $200,000
$925,000
2015
$8,571 (+1.4%)
$541,129 + $132,628
$673,757
2014
$8,450 (+1.8%)
$522,561 + $128,078
$650,639
2013
$8,303 (+331.0%)
$522,561 + $128,078
$650,639
2012
$1,926 (+3.8%)
$520,200 + $127,500
$647,700
2011
$1,855 (+3.5%)
$27,300 + $47,800
$75,100
2010
$1,792 (+5.3%)
$26,765 + $46,863
$73,628
2009
$1,702 (+0.7%)
$26,565 + $46,513
$73,078
2008
$1,690
$26,629 + $46,624
$73,253
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
17,000
Year renovated
2022
Sq. Ft.
3,271
Year built
2024
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
1730300272
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
No
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green
Last updated by owner on Jan 6, 2026.
R15
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the Single-Family Residential Zoning District is to provide for single-family residential development that is consistent with the General Plan. The intent is to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life. This would include those conditionally permitted uses that are generally an integral part of single-family residential neighborhoods and that are compatible with residential activities including parks, playgrounds, religious assembly, day care, and schools.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Apr 28, 2025 • Final
Building new construction, additions, alterations or sign
ADU
Sep 30, 2024 • Active
Building revision to issued
Modify the dimensions of a mechanical room to accommodate a hybrid water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
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
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub
Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Street Level Features: 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
Fireplaces Total: 2
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Other
Rooms Total: 6
Fireplace Features: Brick
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,133
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Front
Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 2133
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1945
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 16800
Lot Size Area: 0.385
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.385
Lot Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot, Level
Zoning: 1001
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,271
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: No
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 0.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2024
Year Renovated: 2022
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 1730300272
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green
Home facts updated by owner on Jan 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Indian Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Walnut Creek Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Las Lomas High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Walnut Creek, CA • 94597
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.5 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.81M – $2.19M
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