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Off Market May 2018 for $1.6M

$2,152,064

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,454/mo

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3,173

sq ft

181 Sylvan Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

About this home

OPEN SAT 5/5 & SUN 5/6, 1-4 pm. This is a MUST-SEE: A beautiful CUSTOM home with a DETACHED, 2 BEDROOM GUEST HOUSE and a STUNNING YARD artistically designed to perfection! All with an END OF COURT location in WALNUT HEIGHTS! This rare property features quality construction and attention to detail and design at every turn, inside and out. The main house offers 4 bdrms and 2.5 bathrooms with approx. 2290 SF with two living rooms, a stunning kitchen and newly-refinished douglas fir floors. The 2 bdrm guest house is approx. 833 SF PLUS there’s a hobby/office space of approx. 288 SF that adjoins the guest house! The guest house has a kitchen, laundry room, a LOVELY private yard, a private entry and separate parking! What more can you want? If you enjoy outdoor living, then this home’s gardens are sure to delight. Pictures don’t it justice - you MUST seem this home in person!

Single-familyProperty Type

1998Year Built

0.46 acresLot Size

$678Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Antonia Quanstrom •DRE #01313450 • Compass

Bought with Stuart Mcafee •DRE #01496318 • The Reiser Group

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•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40819578

Redfin Estimate

$2,152,064

$517K since sold in May 2018$11K since August

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This home's estimate is 9.9% lower than the average sale price ($2.39M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$2,450,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,237 sq ft
1283 Rudgear Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$2,400,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths3,357 sq ft
765 Palmer, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$2,650,000
C
5 beds3 baths3,463 sq ft
24 Blackwood Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$3,100,000
D
5 beds4 baths3,688 sq ft
2064 Celeste Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$1,550,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,472 sq ft
1237 Mountain View Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
SOLD APR 7, 2026
$2,175,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,087 sq ft
154 Rudgear Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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Market trends in 94596, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.1%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$441K MoM

Avg. days on market

33d

18 days MoM

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1 MoM

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Sale history for 181 Sylvan Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$21,504 (+1.3%)

$1,160,583 + $736,969

$1,897,552

2024

$21,218 (+2.4%)

$1,137,827 + $722,519

$1,860,346

2023

$20,714 (+2.3%)

$1,115,517 + $708,352

$1,823,869

2022

$20,247 (+2.8%)

$1,093,645 + $694,463

$1,788,108

2021

$19,700 (+0.8%)

$1,072,201 + $680,847

$1,753,048

2020

$19,552 (+1.2%)

$1,051,178 + $667,498

$1,718,676

2019

$19,329 (+191.9%)

$1,040,400 + $660,654

$1,701,054

2018

$6,622 (+2.0%)

$1,020,000 + $647,700

$1,667,700

2017

$6,492 (+2.1%)

$230,887 + $282,025

$512,912

2016

$6,361 (+2.4%)

$230,887 + $282,025

$512,912

2015

$6,212 (+1.3%)

$226,360 + $276,496

$502,856

2014

$6,131 (+1.5%)

$218,593 + $267,009

$485,602

2013

$6,038 (+3.3%)

$218,593 + $267,009

$485,602

2012

$5,847 (+1.7%)

$217,606 + $265,803

$483,409

2011

$5,751 (+1.5%)

$213,340 + $260,592

$473,932

2010

$5,666 (+2.1%)

$209,157 + $255,483

$464,640

2009

$5,550 (+1.3%)

$207,594 + $253,574

$461,168

2008

$5,477

$208,088 + $254,177

$462,265

Tax history for 181 Sylvan Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$21,504 (+1.3%)

$1,160,583 + $736,969

$1,897,552

2024

$21,218 (+2.4%)

$1,137,827 + $722,519

$1,860,346

2023

$20,714 (+2.3%)

$1,115,517 + $708,352

$1,823,869

2022

$20,247 (+2.8%)

$1,093,645 + $694,463

$1,788,108

2021

$19,700 (+0.8%)

$1,072,201 + $680,847

$1,753,048

2020

$19,552 (+1.2%)

$1,051,178 + $667,498

$1,718,676

2019

$19,329 (+191.9%)

$1,040,400 + $660,654

$1,701,054

2018

$6,622 (+2.0%)

$1,020,000 + $647,700

$1,667,700

2017

$6,492 (+2.1%)

$230,887 + $282,025

$512,912

2016

$6,361 (+2.4%)

$230,887 + $282,025

$512,912

2015

$6,212 (+1.3%)

$226,360 + $276,496

$502,856

2014

$6,131 (+1.5%)

$218,593 + $267,009

$485,602

2013

$6,038 (+3.3%)

$218,593 + $267,009

$485,602

2012

$5,847 (+1.7%)

$217,606 + $265,803

$483,409

2011

$5,751 (+1.5%)

$213,340 + $260,592

$473,932

2010

$5,666 (+2.1%)

$209,157 + $255,483

$464,640

2009

$5,550 (+1.3%)

$207,594 + $253,574

$461,168

2008

$5,477

$208,088 + $254,177

$462,265

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.46 Acres

Year renovated

1998

Sq. Ft.

2,285

Year built

1917

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Contra Costa County

APN

1820720116

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

Dec 6, 2019 • Final

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Plumbing

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Sep 25, 2018 • Final

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Electrical

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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, Int Access From Garage, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, Guest, Enclosed, Parking Lot, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Skylight, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tub with Jets, Updated Baths

Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Storage, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer
Upper Level Features: 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 0.5 Bath, 1 Bath, No Steps to Entry, Main Entry
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Nook,Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Eat In Kitchen,Gas Range/Cooktop,Island,Microwave,Pantry,Range/Oven Free Standing,Refrigerator,Self-Cleaning Oven,Updated Kitchen,Wet Bar
Rooms Total: 13
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 3,173

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Storage
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle

Mobile Home Information
Model: Custom w/GUEST HOUSE!

Property Information
Living Area: 3173
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1998

Lot Information
Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 20038
Lot Size Area: 0.46
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.46
Lot Features: Court, Cul-De-Sac, Level, Premium Lot

Utilities

Green Features Information
Green Water Conservation: Low Flow Shower
Green Energy Efficient: Ceiling Insulation

Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned, Wall/Window Unit(s)

Location

School Information
High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,285
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1917
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 1820720116

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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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

$2.05M – $2.48M

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Home values near 181 Sylvan Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
165 Sylvan Road, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3233 Sq. Ft.	$2,138,371
157 Sylvan Road, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1942 Sq. Ft.	$1,608,491

Address	Redfin Estimate
188 Sylvan Road, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2317 Sq. Ft.	$1,785,701
180 Sylvan Road, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1464 Sq. Ft.	$1,452,342

Address	Redfin Estimate
173 Sylvan Road, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3000 Sq. Ft.	$1,798,733
164 Sylvan Road, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1750 Sq. Ft.	$1,397,431

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