Property Overview:
269 Castle Hill Ranch Rd is a single-family home in Walnut Creek, CA, built in 1972. The main home features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 2,110–2,825 sq. ft. of living space. The property sits on a 1.24-acre lot and includes a detached ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and ~711–715 sq. ft. Additional features include a parking garage, resort-style backyard with pool, and multiple flexible spaces (offices, lofts, studios).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 6.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 8.3% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Murwood Elementary, Acalanes Center for Independent Study, Central County Special Education Programs, and Stone Valley Middle.- Average SAT score: 1191 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 75.8% white-collar jobs, 24.2% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 16,317 (15.7% growth since 2000).
- 50.5% families with children.
- Largest age group: 75–84 years (20.58%); second largest: 65–74 years (15.11%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 42.4°F (January), 72.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 27.6 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $71,428.
- Average annual spending: $54,759.
Property Features:
- Private, contemporary retreat in a lush Tahoe-like setting among woods, hills, and wildlife.
- Main Home:
- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (plus flexible office/loft spaces).
- Hardwood floors, custom woodwork, vaulted beam ceilings.
- Chef’s kitchen with expansive stone counters and eat-in area.
- Open floor plan with large living/dining combo opening to outdoor deck.
- Main floor master suite with updated bath; additional office/bedroom on main floor.
- Upstairs: Two bedrooms, full bath, and office/study balcony.
- Detached ADU:
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, full kitchen, laundry, separate utility meter.
- ~711–715 sq. ft., private entrance and driveway.
- Rental income potential (previously rented for ~$3,000/month).
- Resort-style backyard:
- Heated pool, spa, waterfall feature, fire pit, play area.
- Detached “Zen Den” for office, yoga, or hobbies.
- Additional Features:
- Multiple flexible spaces for offices, studios, or extra bedrooms.
- Ample parking and sprawling driveway.
- Featured on the cover of Home Folio magazine.
Location Benefits:
- Minutes from downtown Walnut Creek, Danville, shopping, and freeways.
- Easy access to parks, top-rated schools, and amenities.
- Serene, private setting with the feel of a mountain retreat, yet close to urban conveniences.
- Ideal for families, entertaining, or multi-generational living with income opportunity from the ADU.