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  • Price cut: $45K (10/29)
    $1,250,000

    1540 Encanto Pl, Walnut Creek, CA 94597

    3beds
    1,498sqft
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    $8,419/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1962
    10,349 Square Feet Lot
    $1,233,400 Zestimate®
    $834/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Mid-century characterAbundant natural lightPeninsula seatingSweeping east bay viewsEasy single-story layoutNew flooringMarble countertops
    Welcome to 1540 Encanto Place, a single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style home with mid-century character, set near the end of a cul-de-sac in Walnut Creek’s Palos Verdes neighborhood. Positioned on an approximately 10,350-square-foot lot, the home offers abundant natural light, sweeping East Bay views, multiple outdoor living areas, and an easy single-story layout. Step through the French-door entry beneath a vaulted ceiling with a large skylight and exposed wood beam. A long sightline draws your eye through the home toward the distant hills, while new flooring and generous windows create a bright, welcoming feel. The living room features recessed lighting, fireplace, double-pane windows, and broad sliding glass doors opening to the rear view deck. The adjoining dining room shares the scenic backdrop, with large windows capturing views toward Mount Diablo. The kitchen includes extensive wood cabinetry, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, pantry storage, and peninsula seating. French doors provide direct access to the backyard, creating an easy indoor-outdoor connection. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms complete the practical single-level floor plan. The front-facing primary bedroom offers a generous closet and good natural light, while the secondary bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or creative space. Longtime pride of ownership is evident throughout, with the sellers having thoughtfully maintained and updated the home over the years. Outside, the approximately quarter-acre setting offers multiple places to relax, entertain, garden, and enjoy the views. Deck and patio areas create distinct outdoor living zones, while a largely level central portion of the yard adds usable space. Mature landscaping includes fig and citrus trees, established grapevines, sculpted plantings, and other greenery. Enjoy convenient access to downtown Walnut Creek, Lunardi’s and the Palos Verdes Shopping Center, BART, Larkey Park, the Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail, Walnut Creek open space and hiking, downtown Lafayette, Highway 680, and Highway 24. The location offers an appealing balance of neighborhood setting, everyday conveniences, outdoor recreation, dining, shopping, and regional transportation. Located within Mt. Diablo Unified School District. Buyer to verify schools, boundaries, square footage, lot size, and all property information.
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    Myron Potter DRE #02008798 617-596-1751,

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    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41149644MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Kitchen
      • Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
      • Laundry: In Garage
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Pantry
      • Flooring: Laminate, Engineered Wood
      • Windows: Window Coverings
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,498
      • Total interior livable area: 1,498 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Parking Spaces, Garage Door Opener
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One Story
      • Stories: 1
      • Exterior features: Back Yard, Low Maintenance
      • Pool features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mt Diablo
      Lot
      • Size: 10,349 Square Feet
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1693110171
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Existing
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1962

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Walnut Creek

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $834/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $318,382
      • Date on market: 9/28/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Call Listing Agent
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $1,233,400

        $1.17M - $1.30M

        $4,645/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/29/2026Price change$1,250,000-3.5%$834/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41149644 Report a problem
        9/28/2026Listed for sale$1,295,000+838.4%$864/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41149644 Report a problem
        7/8/1983Sold$138,000$92/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $318,382 +2%
        2025$4,252 +2.5%$312,140 +2%
        2024$4,146 +1.9%$306,021 +2%
        2023$4,068 +0.9%$300,021 +2%
        2022$4,032 +2.5%$294,139 +2%
        2021$3,933 +2%$288,372 +1%
        2020$3,857 +1%$285,416 +2%
        2019$3,818 +3.9%$279,821 +2%
        2018$3,676 +3.6%$274,336 +2%
        2017$3,548 +2.9%$268,958 +2%
        2016$3,448 +3.1%$263,686 +1.5%
        2015$3,343 $259,726 +2%
        2014$3,343 $254,640 +0.5%
        2013-- $253,490 +2%
        2012-- $248,521 +2%
        2011-- $243,649 +0.8%
        2010-- $241,829 -0.2%
        2009-- $242,405 +11.4%
        2008-- $217,653 +2%
        2007-- $213,386 +2%
        2006-- $209,203 +2%
        2005-- $205,102 +2%
        2004-- $201,081 +1.9%
        2003-- $197,397 +2%
        2002-- $193,528 +2%
        2001-- $189,735
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 94597

        Getting around

        33 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        10 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        18 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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