Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,942 sqft
157 Sylvan Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.29 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
$381/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Spectacular level .29 acre lot w/ towering mature trees & sprawling level lawns. Hardwoods, sep. formal living & dining rms., family room w/ fireplace & vaulted wood beam ceilings. Sunny kitchen faces the backyard & expansive entertaining deck. Quiet, rural street w/ colorful gardens. Newer roofSpectacular level .29 acre lot w/ towering mature trees & sprawling level lawns. Hardwoods, sep. formal living & dining rms., family room w/ fireplace & vaulted wood beam ceilings. Sunny kitchen faces the backyard & expansive entertaining deck. Quiet, rural street w/ colorful gardens. Newer roof
  • Listed by: Kelly McCormick DRE #01033798 • Coldwell Banker
Listing closed: 04/27/2004 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 40001271

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$985,000

Avg days on market

48

Sale-to-list ratio

95.4%

Walnut Creek, CA

9 comparable properties found

1

$940,000

Sold 04/05/25

3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,662
Square Feet
0.27
Acres
a view of a garden with plants and flowers
2

$1,270,000

Sold 04/06/26

3
Bedrooms
2,073
Square Feet
0.68
Acres
3

$800,000

Sold 06/02/25

3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,124
Square Feet
0.75
Acres
a front view of a house with garden
4

$1,180,000

Sold 02/20/26

3
Bedrooms
1,592
Square Feet
0.69
Acres
5

$505,000

Sold 08/05/25

3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,371
Square Feet
0.41
Acres
$985,000 | 24 Beech Court, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
6

$985,000

Sold 03/05/25

3
Bedrooms
914
Square Feet
0.37
Acres
$900,000 | 1359 Rudgear Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
7

$900,000

Sold 09/04/25

3
Bedrooms
1,813
Square Feet
0.48
Acres
8

$1,050,000

Sold 05/27/26

3
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
1,634
Square Feet
0.49
Acres
9

$625,000

Sold 10/03/25

3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,123
Square Feet
0.17
Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker, Kelly McCormick, DRE #01033798

Sold By SECURITY PACIFIC REAL ESTATE, JUDY MALONE, DRE #R206042

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Property Information for 157 Sylvan Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • City: WALNUT CREEK
  • Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: WALNUT HEIGHTS
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Style: Ranch
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage/Parking: Attached Garage
  • View: Wooded
  • Total # Parking Spaces: 0
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.29 AC / 12,600 SF
Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Family Room, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile, Vinyl
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Pantry
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Dining Area, Family Room
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Tile
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning, None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
  • HOA Dues: $.00
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Window Coverings
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Lot Description: Level, Premium Lot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 12600
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12600.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1942
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Other
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Acres: 0.29
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: 2076
  • Directions to Property: Palmer Road to Sylvan Road
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • New Subdivision: No
  • Parcel Number: 182-072-008
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 0
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: Walnut Creek (925) 944-6850
  • Middle School: 25358
  • High School District: Walnut Creek (925) 944-6850

Property History for 157 Sylvan Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 27, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #133790779

$740,000
Apr 27, 2004

Sold

RESFAR #40001271

$740,000
Apr 27, 2004

Sold

MLSListings #CC40001271

$740,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/27/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #133790779

$740,000
04/27/2004

Sold

RESFAR #40001271

$740,000
04/27/2004

Sold

MLSListings #CC40001271

$740,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 157 Sylvan Road

Taxable ValueLand$812,119Additions$473,837Total$1,285,956
Tax Record2025$14,988 ($1,249 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,628 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,628 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated1990ZoningR20CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN182-072-008

Schools near 157 Sylvan Road

This home is within Acalanes Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Walnut Heights Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Walnut Creek Intermediate School
Public6 to 8

Las Lomas High School
Public9 to 12

Tice Creek School
PublicK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 157 Sylvan Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$740,000
3
1,942
12,600
$1,250,000
3
1,126
13,000
4
3.5
3,233
13,100
4
2
2,269
12,500
4
2
1,750
12,500
3
2
1,534
14,000

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