Walnut Creek Condo Guide
December 10, 2011 By
Mid-Range Walnut Creek Condos
Mid-range condo complexes are found close to downtown Walnut Creek, north along Oak Street, east of downtown along Walnut and some along Creekside Drive south of Las Lomas High School. One of the nicest features about mid range condos in Walnut Creek is their proximity to both the Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill BART stations. This makes living in Walnut Creek a smart choice for many who commute to Oakland or San Francisco for work.
Many of these are large complexes, which include a pool and clubhouse. Covered garages are rare, however many of the complexes have shared car-ports with individual assigned spaces. Many of the mid-range condo complexes in Walnut Creek built in the 1980s or later include washer and dryer hook ups. Many of the older buildings include a shared laundry room.
Luxury Walnut Creek Condos
Luxury condo complexes include The Mercer, 1800 Alma and 555 YVR. These buildings are all within walking distance to downtown Walnut Creek. One bedrooms condos in these buildings start in the $300,000s. HOA fees range from $300 a month to $500 a month. They include security, exercise facilities, a clubhouse and in some cases, a pool.
Walnut Creek Town Homes
The majority of town homes in Walnut Creek are located around John Muir hospital, Heather Farm and along Bancroft Road. They are mostly average sized detached or split homes with a small yard or patio and a covered garage. Here you’ll find many two and three bedrooms built in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Depending on the size and condition, most two bedrooms start in the high $200,000s for these areas. Larger and newer town homes in Walnut Creek can be found in Beacon and Summit Ridge in the hills in western Walnut Creek, as well as just north of downtown, along Oak Street. Here you’ll find the new KB Homes at Walden Park. Two bedroom town homes at KB Homes in Walnut Creek start in the $400,000s.
The Mercer in downtown Walnut Creek
December 10, 2011 By
The Mercer is a luxury condo complex in downtown Walnut Creek.
There are 180 units total, including one, two and three bedroom layouts.
The Mercer is centrally located at 1655 N. California Boulevard across from the Growers Square office complex. It is within walking distance of dozens of restaurants, the Walnut Creek BART station, and the Iron Horse trail. The Mercer is also home to many retail shops, such as The Counter and Mike’s Bikes.
Residents of the Mercer enjoy amenities such as a pool, hot tub, clubhouse, gym, two levels of covered parking and security. HOA fees for The Mercer are $490/month.
One-bedroom condos at The Mercer start in the mid-300s. There are two and three bedroom units, which are valued in the $500,000 range or higher. Spacious floor plans, tall ceilings and ample glass give the sense of openness to all the units.
The Prometheus Real Estate Group has halted sales of units in The Mercer. They are currently leasing units. One bedroom leases at The Mercer begin at $2400/month.
Individual unit re-sales at the Mercer are fairly common with demand for one and two bedroom condos being quite high.
About Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek has exceptional balance: open space, residential areas, an active business and commercial community, parks, entertainment and recreation. Residents and visitors can take advantage of the city’s many amenities, including a wide choice of trails for jogging, biking, hiking and horses. The city trolley, fashioned after a traditional cable car, offers free rides through town and can deliver visitors from the BART station to downtown in minutes. Once there, shoppers can choose from numerous boutiques and department stores and diners can enjoy world-class restaurants. Walnut Creek has a long standing commitment to open space. In fact, the city’s 2,500 acres of open space is the most per capita for any suburban community in the United States. Walnut Creek’s balance of beautiful natural areas, thriving commercial districts and cozy neighborhoods make it a great place to call home.
Parkmead, Saranap and Tice Valley Neighborhoods
December 10, 2011 By
Parkmead
Tucked away in the southeast corner of the city, Parkmead is ideal for those who want to live close to downtown Walnut Creek. Parkmead includes all the homes that are accessible from Lilac Drive and Newell Avenue.
Most of the homes are single story ranchers that were built during the post World War two boom. Schools include Parkmead Elementary School, the Dorris-Eaton School and Las Lomas High School, located just across Main Street.
Saranap
Saranap is also a short walk from down town Walnut Creek. It’s bordered by Lafayette to the west, Highway 24 to the north and Rossmoor to the south. Saranap is technically it’s very own city, but is addressed “Walnut Creek, CA” for delivery purposes as this is the postal designated city name used by residents. As Saranap is governed by Contra Costa County, residents are allowed certain liberties like keeping small aviaries and bees, which can be highly restricted by law in surrounding cities. The community’s name comes from an early 20th century inter-urban commuter rail system. The local station, located near the intersection of Tice Valley Boulevard and Olympic Way, was named after the railroad developer’s mother, Sara Napthaly.
Tice Valley
Tice Valley includes the neighborhoods between Interstate 680, Tice Valley Boulevard to the south and Olympic Boulevard to the north.
Post war ranch homes mix with newer larger homes in this area, which is still a short walk to downtown Walnut Creek. Tice Valley boasts the community park and the Tice Valley community gym, which is used for basketball, volleyball and exercise classes.
About Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek has exceptional balance: open space, residential areas, an active business and commercial community, parks, entertainment and recreation. Residents and visitors can take advantage of the city’s many amenities, including a wide choice of trails for jogging, biking, hiking and horses. The city trolley, fashioned after a traditional cable car, offers free rides through town and can deliver visitors from the BART station to downtown in minutes. Once there, shoppers can choose from numerous boutiques and department stores and diners can enjoy world-class restaurants. Walnut Creek has a long standing commitment to open space. In fact, the city’s 2,500 acres of open space is the most per capita for any suburban community in the United States. Walnut Creek’s balance of beautiful natural areas, thriving commercial districts and cozy neighborhoods make it a great place to call home.
