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Property Description
Rare downtown Lafayette FIXER opportunity with expansion potential. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath property offers 1,194 sq ft of living space on a generous .19-acre lot, just three blocks from downtown. An excellent chance to renovate, expand, or redevelop in one of Lafayette's most desirable locations ***The property is zoned MRA (Multiple Residential Attached) and located in a special downtown district encouraging ADUs and multi-unit development, creating multiple paths to add value. Options may include renovating the existing home while adding an ADU and Jr. ADU, or exploring additional residential configurations (buyer to verify). Enjoy proximity to shops, dining, parks, and convenient access to BART, along with top-rated schools in the Acalanes Union High School District.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3597 Walnut St
General
- Sold For: $1,175,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41135278
- Added to Site: 144 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: No Additional Rooms
- Fireplace(s): None
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Linoleum, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile
- Primary Bathroom: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Outside Access
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Laminate Counters
- Laundry: Hookups Only
Additional Information
- Pool Description: Possible Pool Site
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard
Parking
- Parking Features: Carport, Off Street, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, Parking Lot, RV Access/Parking, RV Possible
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Contra Costa
- Subdivision: Downtown Laf
- Driving Directions: Mt Diablo to Dewing/Moraga RD to Brook 2 Dewing.
School Information
- School District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900
- Elem School District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900
- High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), No Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Wall Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Exterior Const.: Stucco, Frame
- Roof: Composition Shingles
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: One Story
- Living Area: 1,194 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1951
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Dimensions: 8316
- Lot Features: Premium Lot, Rectangular Lot
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,034
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 2430900023
Listed by Better Homes and Gardens RP, Rose Brudigam and Better Homes and Gardens RP, Suzie Tinsley
Sold by Vanguard Properties, Dana Reedy
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Schools
Schools serving 3597 Walnut St
School Districts:Lafayette Elementary School District, Acalanes Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lafayette Elementary School, Lafayette, CA 950 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA 94549 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
M. H. Stanley Middle School 3455 School Street, Lafayette, CA 94549 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Acalanes High School 1200 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette, CA 94549 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 3597 Walnut St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/11/2026
Sold
$1,175,000
-4.86%
MLS
5/19/2026
Listed
$1,235,000
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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.
3597 Walnut St, Lafayette, CA 94549 (MLS# 41135278) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,175,000 on September 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 3597 Walnut St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lafayette? You can browse all Lafayette real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

