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Property Description
A Rare find - A Must See! Don't miss this rare and exceptional opportunity! Located in the highly sought after Almond-Shuey area, Walnut Creek's only true downtown neighborhood! A short stroll to downtown shopping, restaurants, nightlife, Bart, Sunday's farmer's market and easy access to 680 and 24. This 1920era bungalow has been expanded, updated and meticously maintained without losing it's original warmth and charm. Featuring 3 bdrms, 2 ½ bths, formal dining room, living room and family room with hardwood floors, gas fireplace, tile baths and craftsman style light fixtures this house standsout in a neighborhood where sales are rare! The kitchen with an antique 6 burner gas stove complements the granite tile counters and stainless appliances. Low maintenance yards feature a centrally located fountain on a brick patio framed by gorgeous rose bushes and margarita trees (orange and lime trees). Central heat, AC, copper piping,tankless water heater with recirculation pump makes for easy living in Walnut Creek's original neighborhood. This unique family home has been owned by only 2 families in almost a century and not on market since 1989.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1538 Brooks St
General
- Sold For: $1,225,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41112019
- Added to Site: 172 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Updated Kitchen, Sound System
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Shower Stall, Tile, Outside Access, Window
- Primary Bathroom: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths, Jack & Jill, Window
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
- Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer, Cabinets, Sink, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached, Undersized Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Contra Costa
- Subdivision: Almond Court
- Driving Directions: N California - Almond St - Brooks
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Central, Fireplace(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Exterior Const.: Composition Shingles, Wood Shingles, Frame
- Roof: Composition Shingles
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Stories/Levels: One Story
- Living Area: 1,592 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Dimensions: 6098.4
- Lot Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $832
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1781200165
Listed by Keller Williams Realty East Bay, Donald Loeffler
Sold by Dudum Real Estate Group, Veronica Hidalgo
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Schools
Schools serving 1538 Brooks St
School Districts:Walnut Creek Elementary School District, Acalanes Union High School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Buena Vista Elementary School 2355 San Juan Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Walnut Creek Intermediate School 2425 Walnut Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Las Lomas High School 1460 South Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 1538 Brooks St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/23/2026
Sold
$1,225,000
-7.55%
MLS
10/30/2025
Price Reduced
$1,325,000
-1.63%
MLS
10/15/2025
Price Reduced
$1,347,000
-3.58%
MLS
9/18/2025
Listed
$1,397,000
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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.
1538 Brooks St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (MLS# 41112019) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,225,000 on February 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 1538 Brooks St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Walnut Creek? You can browse all Walnut Creek real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

