Opportunity & Location converge on this rare, level 0.3-acre (12,900 sq. ft.) property in one of Walnut Creek’s most desirable neighborhoods. Tucked away on a quiet street in the highly sought-after unincorporated area with lower property taxes, this classic 1950s rancher offers exceptional potential in an outstanding setting. The home retains authentic mid-century charm with original hardwood floors, a warm brick fireplace, and period details throughout. Its comfortable, functional layout—along with a two-car attached garage and additional storage—makes it ideal to enjoy as-is while planning future improvements. The expansive, flat backyard is the true highlight. The property offers endless possibilities: a private garden retreat, ADU, home expansion, pool, or a custom dream residence. Cherished by the same family for three generations, the home reflects lasting livability and appeal. Properties like this are rarely available. All just minutes from downtown Walnut Creek, Broadway Plaza, BART, premier dining, and top-rated schools. Whether preserved or transformed, this property delivers exceptional space, flexibility, and location. A rare offering in an irreplaceable setting. Concept kitchen and addition plans available.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.3 acresLot Size
$1,299Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Stacy Adams•DRE #00699599• Realty Services Network
Bought with Rod Abdolhosseini•DRE #02099653• Keller Williams Realty
1950's house that needs a lot of updating and possibly remodeling. Everything looks original.
7 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Maureen Millman
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 133 Sylvan Rd
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41121806
Feb 25, 2026
Sold
$1,200,000
$1,141/sq ft
Feb 3, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 25, 2026
Listed
$999,950
$951/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,070 (+2.0%)
$1,020,000 + $219,300
$1,239,300
2024
$2,030 (+2.4%)
$31,843 + $47,772
$79,615
2023
$1,982 (+1.4%)
$31,219 + $46,836
$78,055
2022
$1,955 (+2.7%)
$30,607 + $45,918
$76,525
2021
$1,903 (+3.6%)
$30,007 + $45,018
$75,025
2020
$1,837 (+0.5%)
$29,419 + $44,136
$73,555
2019
$1,828 (+3.3%)
$29,118 + $43,684
$72,802
2018
$1,770 (+2.9%)
$28,548 + $42,828
$71,376
2017
$1,720 (+3.1%)
$27,441 + $41,166
$68,607
2016
$1,669 (+3.0%)
$27,441 + $41,166
$68,607
2015
$1,621 (+2.4%)
$26,903 + $40,359
$67,262
2014
$1,583 (+8.1%)
$25,980 + $38,975
$64,955
2013
$1,465 (+3.9%)
$25,980 + $38,975
$64,955
2012
$1,411 (+2.9%)
$25,863 + $38,799
$64,662
2011
$1,371 (+2.8%)
$25,356 + $38,039
$63,395
2010
$1,334 (+9.2%)
$24,859 + $37,294
$62,153
2009
$1,222 (+0.8%)
$24,674 + $37,016
$61,690
2008
$1,212
$24,733 + $37,104
$61,837
Tax history for 133 Sylvan Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,070 (+2.0%)
$1,020,000 + $219,300
$1,239,300
2024
$2,030 (+2.4%)
$31,843 + $47,772
$79,615
2023
$1,982 (+1.4%)
$31,219 + $46,836
$78,055
2022
$1,955 (+2.7%)
$30,607 + $45,918
$76,525
2021
$1,903 (+3.6%)
$30,007 + $45,018
$75,025
2020
$1,837 (+0.5%)
$29,419 + $44,136
$73,555
2019
$1,828 (+3.3%)
$29,118 + $43,684
$72,802
2018
$1,770 (+2.9%)
$28,548 + $42,828
$71,376
2017
$1,720 (+3.1%)
$27,441 + $41,166
$68,607
2016
$1,669 (+3.0%)
$27,441 + $41,166
$68,607
2015
$1,621 (+2.4%)
$26,903 + $40,359
$67,262
2014
$1,583 (+8.1%)
$25,980 + $38,975
$64,955
2013
$1,465 (+3.9%)
$25,980 + $38,975
$64,955
2012
$1,411 (+2.9%)
$25,863 + $38,799
$64,662
2011
$1,371 (+2.8%)
$25,356 + $38,039
$63,395
2010
$1,334 (+9.2%)
$24,859 + $37,294
$62,153
2009
$1,222 (+0.8%)
$24,674 + $37,016
$61,690
2008
$1,212
$24,733 + $37,104
$61,837
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,052
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
1820720058
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Mar 16, 2005 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Replace a furnace in a residential building.
HVAC
Aug 2, 2004 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Remove and replace the roof with composition shingles.
Roofing
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
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Ell
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: In Garage
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Tile
Room Information
Kitchen Features: None
Rooms Total: 6
Room Type: Dining Ell
Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,052
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play, Private Entrance
Fencing: Fenced, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 1052
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1950
Direction Faces: Northwest
Lot Information
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 12900
Lot Size Area: 0.3
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.3
Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Rectangular Lot, Back Yard, Dead End
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Location
School Information
High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,052
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 1820720058
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Walnut Heights Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Walnut Creek Intermediate School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
Las Lomas High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 96° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
17 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Walnut Creek, CA • 94596
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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.
11.5 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.30M – $1.57M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.