196 Crest Ave, Alamo, CA 94507 - Photo 1

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$1,700,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
4 Full Baths
2 Car Garage
Updated 5 days ago

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Property Description

Opportunities like this are few and far between! 196 Crest Avenue offers almost 1 acre in one of Alamo's most desirable locations-perfect for an urban farm or private multi-home compound Properties with this of size, setting, and flexibility are increasingly rare in the area. The main residence features 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, with a flexible layout ideal for modern living. An attached pool/guest suite with a private bath and a detached bedroom with exterior access add even more versatility. Outdoor spaces are equally impressive, with mature trees, a sparkling pool, and an expansive yard that backs to the Iron Horse Trail-offering potential direct access to one of the East Bay's most beloved recreational pathways. Located just minutes from top-rated schools, downtown Alamo, and major commuter routes-yet tucked away in a serene, private setting-this property is ready for the next visionary owner to bring something truly special to life.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 196 Crest Ave

General

Sold For: $1,700,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41097699
Added to Site: 256 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 11
Interior Features: Office, Counter - Solid Surface
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Family Room
Flooring: Laminate

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 4

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Solid Surface Counter
Laundry: Laundry Room

Additional Information

Pool: Yes
Pool Description: In Ground

Exterior

Exterior Features: Back Yard

Parking

Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached

Location

Area: Listing
County: Contra Costa
Subdivision: Alamo
Driving Directions: Rudgear to Crest

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Exterior Const.: Brick
Roof: Wood
Stories/Levels: One Story
Living Area: 2,607 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1971

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.98
Lot Dimensions: 42776
Lot Features: Premium Lot, Other

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $729

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 1882410192

Listed by JPAR Iron Horse Real Estate, Erica Starkey
Sold by Josefina Gardner, Josefina Gardner

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Schools

Schools serving 196 Crest Ave

School Districts:Walnut Creek Elementary School District, Acalanes Union High School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Murwood Elementary School 2050 Vanderslice Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94596	K-5	0.6 mi
Walnut Creek Intermediate School 2425 Walnut Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94597	6-8	2.3 mi
Las Lomas High School 1460 South Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596	9-12	1.1 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 196 Crest Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

3/04/2026

Sold

$1,700,000

-10.53%

MLS

12/14/2025

Price Reduced

$1,900,000

-11.59%

MLS

6/27/2025

Listed

$2,149,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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