Google street view image for 551 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

Off market may 2023 for $1.1M

$1,167,540

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,001/mo

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1,798

sq ft

551 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

About this home

This stunning upgraded townhouse is located in the desirable Lafayette School District. Tastefully upgraded kitchen and bathrooms. New exterior siding, windows and slider doors. The upgraded kitchen has white quartz counters, dark wood cabinetry, metallic tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Beautiful hardwood floors on the main living level with fireplace and high ceilings. New carpet in the upstairs bedrooms and hallways. Huge master bedroom suite with fireplace and walk-in closet. Master bathroom with quartz counter, dual sinks, jetted soaking tub and separate stall shower. Private backyard patio with a hot tub and vast views of the valley and hills beyond. Enjoy the community pool, spa, clubhouse and greenbelts. Hiking trailhead adjacent to the neighborhood. Just minutes away from shopping, restaurants and trails at the Briones and Lafayette Reservoir recreation areas. Hurry on this one! OPEN SAT & SUN, 1-4pm.

TownhomeProperty Type

1979Year Built

1,500 sq ftLot Size

$649Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by • Compass

•925-201-8301 (broker)

Bought with • Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re

•925-283-7866 (broker)

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•Source:San Francisco MLS #41022042

Redfin Estimate

$1,167,540

$12K since sold in May 2023$17K since October

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This home's estimate is 6.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.10M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$1,150,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,798 sq ft
557 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$1,060,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,893 sq ft
533 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,165,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,134 sq ft
1932 Piper Ridge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
SOLD OCT 29, 2026
$1,065,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,433 sq ft
1989 Robin Ridge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,120,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,134 sq ft
1920 Aspenridge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
SOLD FEB 2, 2026
$1,030,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,798 sq ft
1943 Highridge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

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Market trends in 94597, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.0%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$334 MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

4 days MoM

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Sale history for 551 Monarch Ridge Dr

Date

Event

Price

San Francisco MLS #41022042

May 2, 2023

Sold

$1,180,000

$656/sq ft

Mar 20, 2023

Listed

$1,150,000

$640/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 14, 2015

Sold

$838,000

$466/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 21, 2014

Sold

$785,000

$437/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 19, 2013

Sold

$554,000

$308/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 6, 2003

Sold

$560,000

$311/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 1, 1994

Sold

$306,000

$170/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 12, 1987

Sold

$236,000

$131/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,639 (−4.6%)

$576,102 + $556,898

$1,133,000

2025

$15,337 (+1.8%)

$576,102 + $556,898

$1,133,000

2024

$15,070 (+19.9%)

$624,240 + $603,432

$1,227,672

2023

$12,572 (+1.6%)

$612,000 + $591,600

$1,203,600

2022

$12,369 (+3.0%)

$519,827 + $448,207

$968,034

2021

$12,012

$509,635 + $439,419

$949,054

2020

$12,006 (+3.4%)

$499,643 + $430,803

$930,446

2019

$11,607 (+3.7%)

$494,520 + $426,386

$920,906

2018

$11,191 (+1.7%)

$484,824 + $418,026

$902,850

2017

$11,000 (+2.1%)

$465,999 + $401,795

$867,794

2016

$10,777 (+7.0%)

$465,999 + $401,795

$867,794

2015

$10,069 (+35.3%)

$456,862 + $393,917

$850,779

2014

$7,440 (+3.9%)

$316,430 + $240,085

$556,515

2013

$7,160 (+1.5%)

$316,430 + $240,085

$556,515

2012

$7,053 (+11.2%)

$217,999 + $327,001

$545,000

2011

$6,344 (−18.1%)

$217,999 + $327,001

$545,000

2010

$7,751 (+16.6%)

$191,998 + $288,002

$480,000

2009

$6,646 (−11.6%)

$251,329 + $376,999

$628,328

2008

$7,518

$213,798 + $320,702

$534,500

Tax history for 551 Monarch Ridge Dr

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$14,639 (−4.6%)

$576,102 + $556,898

$1,133,000

2025

$15,337 (+1.8%)

$576,102 + $556,898

$1,133,000

2024

$15,070 (+19.9%)

$624,240 + $603,432

$1,227,672

2023

$12,572 (+1.6%)

$612,000 + $591,600

$1,203,600

2022

$12,369 (+3.0%)

$519,827 + $448,207

$968,034

2021

$12,012

$509,635 + $439,419

$949,054

2020

$12,006 (+3.4%)

$499,643 + $430,803

$930,446

2019

$11,607 (+3.7%)

$494,520 + $426,386

$920,906

2018

$11,191 (+1.7%)

$484,824 + $418,026

$902,850

2017

$11,000 (+2.1%)

$465,999 + $401,795

$867,794

2016

$10,777 (+7.0%)

$465,999 + $401,795

$867,794

2015

$10,069 (+35.3%)

$456,862 + $393,917

$850,779

2014

$7,440 (+3.9%)

$316,430 + $240,085

$556,515

2013

$7,160 (+1.5%)

$316,430 + $240,085

$556,515

2012

$7,053 (+11.2%)

$217,999 + $327,001

$545,000

2011

$6,344 (−18.1%)

$217,999 + $327,001

$545,000

2010

$7,751 (+16.6%)

$191,998 + $288,002

$480,000

2009

$6,646 (−11.6%)

$251,329 + $376,999

$628,328

2008

$7,518

$213,798 + $320,702

$534,500

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1,500 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

1,798

Year built

1979

Style

Townhouse

County

Contra Costa County

APN

1753130093

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.

Planned Development District

The purpose of the Planned Development District is to allow diversification in the relationship of various buildings, land uses, structures, and open spaces in order to be relieved from the rigid standards of conventional zoning. A Planned Development District shall comply with the regulations and provision of the General Plan and any applicable specific plan and shall provide adequate standards to promote the public, health, safety and general welfare without unduly inhibiting the advantages of modern building techniques and planning for residential or commercial purposes.

Mar 23, 2023 • Final

Building new construction, additions, alterations or sign

Replace the siding and retrofit the guardrails on the building.

Remodel

Aug 18, 2022 • Final

Building new construction, additions, alterations or sign

Remove and replace existing windows with new windows of the same size and type.

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

Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage

Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached
# of Covered Spaces: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour Information

Bedrooms Information
# of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
Count of Bathrooms: 3
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Interior Features
Laundry Features: In Garage
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace(s)
# of Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop

Exterior

Exterior Features
Entry Level: 0
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed Patio
Window Features: Dual Pane

Building Information
Living Area: 1798
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Building Area Total: 1798
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1979
Foundation Details: Other

Mobile Home Information
Mobile Dim Units: Feet

Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Jetted Tub

Property Type
Property Type: Residential
Property SubType: Townhouse

Property Information
Property Condition: Original

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Sq. Ft.: 1500
Lot Size Acres: 0.0344
Lot Size Area: 1500
Lot Size Units: SqFt
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Elevation: 0
Elevation Units: Feet

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

Multi-Family General Information
# of Units In Community: 161

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: 719
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Common Areas, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Other
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Greenbelt, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub

School Information
Elementary School District: Contra Costa
Middle Or Junior School District: Contra Costa
High School District: Contra Costa

Community Information
Subdivision Name: Summit Ridge

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,798
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,500 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 1753130093

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Springhill Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

M. H. Stanley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi

8/10

Acalanes High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

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

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 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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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

$1.11M – $1.34M

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Home values near 551 Monarch Ridge Dr

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
562 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2433 Sq. Ft.	$1,039,769
552 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1893 Sq. Ft.	$1,078,272
553 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1798 Sq. Ft.	$1,087,932
558 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1893 Sq. Ft.	$878,588
563 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2091 Sq. Ft.	$1,306,429
1940 Everidge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2573 Sq. Ft.	$1,264,726
1950 Owl Ridge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2703 Sq. Ft.	$1,285,492

Address	Redfin Estimate
556 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2134 Sq. Ft.	$1,083,940
565 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2091 Sq. Ft.	$1,202,621
561 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2091 Sq. Ft.	$1,109,029
555 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1798 Sq. Ft.	$1,002,586
547 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2549 Sq. Ft.	$1,134,532
1948 Everidge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2573 Sq. Ft.	$1,356,583
1919 Everidge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2573 Sq. Ft.	$1,282,792

Address	Redfin Estimate
554 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2134 Sq. Ft.	$1,116,149
560 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2134 Sq. Ft.	$1,075,526
549 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2573 Sq. Ft.	$1,168,356
557 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1798 Sq. Ft.	$1,156,655
559 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1798 Sq. Ft.	$1,073,803
1944 Everidge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2549 Sq. Ft.	$1,185,458
1958 Owl Ridge Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2703 Sq. Ft.	$1,444,624

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