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185 Sierra Dr 316, Walnut Creek, California 94596, Walnut Creek, 94596 - 1 bed, 1 bath

185 Sierra Dr 316, Walnut Creek, California 94596 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$349,000$695/sqft
185 Sierra Dr 316, Walnut Creek, California 94596
1Bed
1Bath
695Sqft
Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

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Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Great Schools: High School: Las Lomas High School (9/10).
Top Cons:
Compact Living Space: At 695 sqft, the unit offers limited living space, which may not suit buyers desiring more room or those with extensive belongings.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$349.0K vs avg $400.0K ($-51,000)41%
Size:695 sqft vs avg 889 sqft30%
Price/sqft:$502 vs avg $47657%

More Insights

Built in 1971 (55 years old).
Condition: The unit features an extensively updated kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, along with a modern bathroom vanity, fixtures, and updated flooring throughout (wood-look laminate and clean carpet). The overall interior presents as move-in ready with minimal wear and tear. While the building was constructed in 1971, the unit itself appears to have undergone significant renovations within the last 5-15 years, bringing it to a high standard of quality and functionality.
Year Built
1971
Close
-
List price
$349K
Original List price
$349K
Price/Sqft
$502
HOA
$573
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
41120071
Home ConditionGood
Features
Good View:
Deck
Pool
View-

About this home

Live your best Walnut Creek life in this sun-filled, top floor, corner unit with a view designed for ease, freedom, and fun. Vaulted ceilings and natural light set an uplifting tone, while the updated kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances makes hosting friends or getting ready for a night out effortless. A cozy office nook supports work-from-home days, and your private balcony is the perfect spot for coffee before Pilates or a glass of wine while deciding which downtown hotspot to hit. Just steps from Walnut Creek’s buzzing nightlife, restaurants, wine bars, theaters, and BART, this home delivers the ultimate walkable, lock-and-leave lifestyle with no neighbors above to cramp your vibe. The HOA sweetens the deal with five pools, a new gym, and clubhouse access for social gatherings, plus two parking spaces and extra storage. With no rental restrictions, this is an ideal home base for a fresh start, a stylish solo retreat, or a savvy investment in one of the Bay Area’s most social and dynamic downtown scenes. Open House Jan 17-18 1-4PM

K
Katerina Sellis
Listing Agent

Nearby schools

7/10
Indian Valley Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
7/10
Walnut Creek Intermediate School
Public,•6-8•0.6mi
8/10
Tice Creek
Public,•K-8•1.1mi
9/10
Las Lomas High School
Public,•9-12•0.7mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
08/05/21
Sold
$375,000
05/27/20
Sold
$352,500
06/13/05
Sold
$330,000
Condition Rating
Good
The unit features an extensively updated kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, along with a modern bathroom vanity, fixtures, and updated flooring throughout (wood-look laminate and clean carpet). The overall interior presents as move-in ready with minimal wear and tear. While the building was constructed in 1971, the unit itself appears to have undergone significant renovations within the last 5-15 years, bringing it to a high standard of quality and functionality.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Great Schools: High School: Las Lomas High School (9/10).
Exceptional Walkability & Transit Access: The property boasts a prime location, just steps from Walnut Creek’s vibrant downtown, offering direct access to nightlife, restaurants, theaters, and BART, promoting a convenient, car-optional lifestyle.
Updated Kitchen & Modern Finishes: Features a recently updated kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, providing a modern and move-in ready aesthetic.
Premium Unit Placement: As a top-floor, corner unit, it benefits from vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and no upstairs neighbors, enhancing privacy and a sense of spaciousness.
Comprehensive Community Amenities: The HOA provides extensive facilities including five pools, a new gym, clubhouse access, two parking spaces, and extra storage, significantly boosting lifestyle value for residents.
Flexible Ownership & Investment Opportunity: With no rental restrictions, this property is highly attractive for both owner-occupants seeking flexibility and investors looking for rental income potential in a dynamic market.

Cons

Compact Living Space: At 695 sqft, the unit offers limited living space, which may not suit buyers desiring more room or those with extensive belongings.
Significant Monthly HOA Dues: The $573 monthly association fee is substantial and adds a considerable recurring cost to homeownership, potentially impacting affordability and cash flow.
Building Age: Constructed in 1971, the building is over 50 years old, which could imply potential for higher maintenance costs or future special assessments for major structural or system upgrades, despite interior unit updates.
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