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Lafayette, CA

$1,235,000

3597 Walnut St, Lafayette, CA
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,194
Sq Ft
1951
Built
24
Days listed

About this home

Rare downtown Lafayette FIXER opportunity with expansion potential. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath property offers 1,194 sq ft of living space on a generous .19-acre lot, just three blocks from downtown. An excellent chance to renovate, expand, or redevelop in one of Lafayette’s most desirable locations ***The property is zoned MRA (Multiple Residential Attached) and located in a special downtown district encouraging ADUs and multi-unit development, creating multiple paths to add value. Options may include renovating the existing home while adding an ADU and Jr. ADU, or exploring additional residential configurations (buyer to verify). Enjoy proximity to shops, dining, parks, and convenient access to BART, along with top-rated schools in the Acalanes Union High School District.

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2 full, 0 half
Living area
1,194 sq ft
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Laminate, Tile
Fireplace
None
Heating
Wall Furnace
Levels
One
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.191 acres (8,316 sq ft)
View
Trees Woods
Architectural style
Ranch
Year built
1951
Parking
Carport, Off Street, Rv Access Parking
Community
County
Contra Costa
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
24
Listed
2026-05-19
Terms
Cash, Conventional, Exchange 1031, Trade
Parcel #
2430900023
MLS #
41135278
Listed by
Rose Brudigam · Better Homes and Gardens RP

Location

Price history

Listed
$1,235,000 · 2026-05-19
Days on market
24
Current price
$1,235,000
Financing

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Estimated monthly payment
$7,747
$6,245 principal & interest · $1,503 taxes & insurance
$247,000
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Loan $988,000

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