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Property Description
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).Rare downtown Lafayette opportunity with expansion potential. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath FIXER 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. 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
- Price: $1,235,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Residential Lots
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41135280
- Updated: Today (5/19/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Contra Costa
- Subdivision: Downtown Laf
- Driving Directions: Mt Diablo2Dewing/MoragaRd2Brook
School Information
- School District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900
- Elem School District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900
- High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Meter on Site
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer On Site, Telephone, Water Connected, DSL Available, Internet Available
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
- Lot Dimensions: 8316
- Frontage: City Street, Sidewalks
- Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Rectangular Lot, See Remarks
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $149
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 2430900023
Listed by Better Homes and Gardens RP, Rose Brudigam
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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
5/19/2026
Listed
$1,235,000
263.24%
MLS
1/05/2000
Sold
$340,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 3597 Walnut St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,816
4%
$522,549
2%
2023
$7,533
—
$512,304
2%
2023
$7,533
2%
$502,260
2%
2022
$7,416
3%
$492,413
2%
2021
$7,203
1%
$482,759
1%
2020
$7,162
5%
$477,810
2%
2019
$6,812
4%
$468,442
2%
2018
$6,577
2%
$459,258
2%
2017
$6,466
2%
$450,254
2%
2016
$6,325
3%
$441,426
2%
2015
$6,148
1%
$434,797
2%
2014
$6,074
2%
$426,281
—
2013
$5,984
—
$424,356
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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3597 Walnut St, Lafayette, CA 94549 (MLS# 41135280) is a Residential Lots property with a lot size of 0.19 acres. 3597 Walnut St is currently listed for $1,235,000 and was received on May 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 3597 Walnut St? Do you have questions about finding other Residential Lots real estate for sale in Lafayette? You can browse all Lafayette real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

