Property Overview:
256 Sierra Dr is a single-family home in Walnut Creek, CA, built in 1950. It features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and approximately 3,002 sq. ft. of living space (per appraisal). The home includes a parking garage, solar panels, and has been remodeled and expanded in 2001 with permits. The estimated home value is $1,205,000 with a current list price of $1,700,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 4.6% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 6.5% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Las Lomas High, Walnut Creek Intermediate, and Walnut Heights Elementary.- Average SAT score: 1136 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 73.8% white-collar jobs, 26.2% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 44,032 (16.9% growth since 2000).
- 55.2% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (17.73%); second largest: 45-54 years (15.45%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 42.3°F (January), 71.6°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 27.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $78,802.
- Average annual spending: $58,414.
Property Features:
- Remodeled and expanded in 2001 with permits; move-in ready condition.
- Gourmet kitchen with professional-grade Viking appliances (6-burner stove, ovens, wall oven).
- Flexible floor plan:
- First floor: Entryway, kitchen, living quarter with bedroom, kitchenette, sitting room, dining room, walk-in closet, full bath, plus a separate bedroom. Both rooms access a screened porch.
- Ground floor: Hardwood floors throughout, full hall bath with jetted tub, and half bath by stairway.
- Upstairs: Large multi-purpose loft/media center/in-law suite with kitchenette, walk-in closet, and full bath—ideal for home office or business.
- Bonus/4th bedroom or in-law area on main level.
- Abundant natural light from skylights and double-paned windows.
- Large, level lot with fenced yard, screened paver patio, deck, and mature trees—perfect for gardening, play, or entertaining.
- Solar panels for energy efficiency.
- Parking garage and additional driveway space.
- Accessed via Watkins Ln; less than a mile to downtown Walnut Creek.
Location Benefits:
- Prime location: Short walk to downtown Walnut Creek and within top-rated Walnut Creek schools.
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to public transportation and major highways.
- Family-oriented community with strong job market and low crime.
- Open house opportunities for viewing; move-in ready and one-of-a-kind home.