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Walnut Creek, CA

$1,875,000

279 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,131
Sq Ft
1988
Built
13
Days listed

About this home

Nestled among majestic oak trees at the end of a private, tree-lined road, this exceptional South Walnut Creek retreat offers a rare blend of peaceful country living and everyday convenience. Set on a beautiful half-acre (21,780 sq ft) lot in the highly desirable Tice Valley area, the property provides exceptional privacy, scenic wooded views, and a setting that feels more like a Tahoe mountain retreat than a suburban neighborhood. Inside, the approximately 3,131-square-foot home is filled with natural light and features soaring A-frame ceilings, dramatic wood beams, expansive windows, and warm natural finishes that create an inviting treehouse-like atmosphere. The flexible floor plan includes four bedrooms and three and one-half bathrooms, including a convenient first-floor bedroom and a spacious private primary suite with an updated bathroom and generous walk-in closet. The updated center-island kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, breakfast bar seating, and opens seamlessly to the family room and expansive rear deck, creating an ideal setting for indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Multiple decks and outdoor living spaces invite you to relax among the trees and enjoy the tranquility of this unique setting. The expansive half-acre property offers space, privacy, and flexibility, making it ideal for those seeking room to grow, entertain, or simply enjoy nature. While the setting feels like a private escape, you’re just minutes from downtown Walnut Creek, Broadway Plaza, top-rated Walnut Creek schools, parks, hiking trails, dining, shopping, BART, and convenient freeway access. A rare opportunity to own a private, wooded retreat in one of South Walnut Creek’s most desirable locations - offering the perfect balance of serenity, character, and everyday convenience.

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3 full, 1 half
Living area
3,131 sq ft
Interior features
Breakfast Bar
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Stone, Wood
Fireplace
Living Room
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Levels
Three Or More
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.5 acres (21,780 sq ft)
Pool
None
Year built
1988
Parking
Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Parking spaces
2
Community
County
Contra Costa
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
13
Listed
2026-07-10
Terms
Cash, Conventional
Parcel #
1881700346
MLS #
41141179
Listed by
Dale Corpus · EXP Realty of California, Inc

Location

Price history

Listed
$1,875,000 · 2026-07-10
Days on market
13
Current price
$1,875,000
Financing

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Estimated monthly payment
$11,762
$9,481 principal & interest · $2,281 taxes & insurance
$375,000
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Listing courtesy of EXP Realty of California, Inc. © 2026. The multiple listing data appearing on this website is owned and copyrighted by California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. ("CRMLS") and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Information provided is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties the consumer may be interested in purchasing. All data, including but not limited to all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Last updated July 26, 2026 Equal Housing Opportunity.

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