Property Overview:
275 Lancaster Rd is a duplex in Walnut Creek, CA, built in 1950. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,208 sq. ft. of living space. The property includes a detached 2-car garage, a large driveway, and an attached ADU (approx. 700 sq. ft., 1 bed/1 bath, kitchen & laundry). The estimated home value is $1,048,000.
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 Las Lomas High, Murwood Elementary, Walnut Creek Intermediate, and Central County Special Education Programs.- Average SAT score: 1191 (611 Math, 580 English)—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:
- Moderate 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:
- Single-story duplex on over half an acre in Tice Valley.
- Original condition—a blank canvas for updates and customization.
- Attached ADU with separate entrance (1 bed, 1 bath, kitchen, laundry)—ideal for multi-generational living or rental income.
- Detached 2-car garage and large, flat, private lot with a creek bed at the back.
- Minutes to downtown Walnut Creek, shopping, top-rated schools, 680/24, BART, and more.
Location Benefits:
- Rare opportunity in a highly desired neighborhood.
- Perfect for families, multi-generational living, or those seeking to create their own oasis.
- Convenient access to commuting routes, public transportation, and local amenities.