Welcome to 526 Monarch Ridge Dr, a beautifully updated townhome nestled on the border of Laf & WC. The charming community of Summit Ridge feeds into award-winning Laf Schools. This residence offers an expansive 2,549SF of living space, featuring 4 beds and 2.5 baths. This versatile floor plan offers both formal living & dining rooms, casual family room & breakfast nook. Two guest rooms & bathroom located at the front of the house & 4th bedroom/office & primary retreat overlooking rear yard with sliding glass doors that lead to a balcony. The chef's kitchen is a highlight, boasting new quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, & freshly painted cabinetry with modern hardware. Private outdoor entertaining area off of the kitchen that is perfect for BBQ’s, play space, & enjoying easy California living. The home is thoughtfully upgraded, featuring completely remodeled baths, new exterior siding, new furnace, 2 fireplaces, & private entry. Take advantage of the community's fantastic amenities, including a communal pool & clubhouse, perfect for enjoying sunny days & socializing. Walk to Springhill Elementary & Acalanes HS with easy access to the bus to Stanley Middle School. Miles of hiking &just steps from the front door. Enjoy quick access to HWY 24/680 and downtown Laf.
Sold for $1,349,000
$1,349,000
526 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
4beds
2,549sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1978
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$1,325,500 Zestimate®
$529/sqft
$5,831 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,325,500
$1.19M - $1.48M
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Play spaceCompletely remodeled bathsNew exterior sidingBreakfast nookStainless steel appliancesCasual family roomPrivate outdoor entertaining area
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Listed by:
Erin Martin DRE #01922810 925-951-3817,
Compass
Bought with:
Erin Chan-Adams, DRE #01981522
Compass
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41104275
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 1.5 Baths, Family Room
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Common Area
Features
- Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,549
- Total interior livable area: 2,549 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Access, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Unit Faces Street
- Pool features: None, Community
- Fencing: Partial Fence,Fenced,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Front Yard, Landscaped, Back Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Yard Space
Details
- Parcel number: 1753120581
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Shingles
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Utilities for property: Internet Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Summit Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Greenbelt, Pool
- Services included: Common Area Maint, Maintenance Structure, Insurance, Management Fee, Reserve Fund
- HOA fee: $850 monthly
- HOA name: SUMMIT RIDGE HOA
- HOA phone: 800-428-5588
Location
- Region: Walnut Creek
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $529/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,246,000
- Annual tax amount: $15,610
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2025 | Sold | $1,349,000$529/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41104275 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Pending sale | $1,349,000$529/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41104275 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000+3.8%$529/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41104275 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2022 | Sold | $1,300,000+48%$510/sqft |
Source: CCAR #40985803 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2018 | Sold | $878,500-5%$345/sqft |
Source: CCAR #40833761 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2018 | Pending sale | $925,000$363/sqft |
Source: Rossmoor Realty / J.H. Russell #40833761 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2018 | Price change | $925,000-1.6%$363/sqft |
Source: Rossmoor Realty / J.H. Russell #40833761 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2018 | Price change | $939,900-2.1%$369/sqft |
Source: Rossmoor Realty / J.H. Russell #40819628 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2018 | Listed for sale | $959,900+166.6%$377/sqft |
Source: Rossmoor Realty / J.H. Russell #40819628 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/1998 | Sold | $360,000$141/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,610 +0.5% | $1,246,000 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $15,530 +1.6% | $1,239,000 +1.8% |
| 2023 | $15,282 +30.5% | $1,217,000 +31.8% |
| 2022 | $11,712 +3.1% | $923,459 +2% |
| 2021 | $11,364 -2.5% | $905,353 +1% |
| 2020 | $11,655 +2.8% | $896,070 +2% |
| 2019 | $11,336 +62.9% | $878,500 +73.9% |
| 2018 | $6,959 +2.2% | $505,189 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,810 +1.8% | $495,284 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,686 +4.4% | $485,573 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,402 | $478,280 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,402 | $468,912 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $466,793 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $457,641 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $448,668 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $445,316 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $446,375 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $437,624 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $429,044 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $420,632 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $412,385 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $404,300 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $396,891 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $389,110 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $381,481 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94597
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Springhill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10M. H. Stanley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 10/10Acalanes High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900
Source: CCAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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