Two Gingerbread Homes for the price of one! Rare blend of historic craftsmanship and modern functionality just steps from downtown Walnut Creek. Built with hand-finished detailing and updated with premium modern materials. Welcoming front courtyard surrounded by roses, camellias, and wildflowers - ideal for morning coffee or evening wine under the stars. Inside, discover warm hardwood floors, cozy nooks, vintage built-ins, and a wood-burning fireplace. Natural light fills every corner through classic cottage windows, creating a cheerful atmosphere. Charming fireplace, a thoughtfully updated kitchen and romantic bedrooms. Live close to the library, Broadway Plaza, over 100 restaurants, boutique shops, trails, and BART. The charming attached apartment has a separate entrance - perfect for guests, extended family, rental income, art studio, or home office. Includes a two-car garage and two additional off-street spaces. Experience the magic of this storybook perfect cottage in the heart of Walnut Creek.
Listed by Katerina Sellis
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License #01858561
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Real Broker
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925-899-7779
Last updated October 14, 2025
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Source: bridgeMLS #41106278
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodDowntown Walnut Creek
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms3
Days on Prevu88
Size1,234 sqft
Price per sqft$1,052
Amenities
Dishwasher
Private Outdoor Space
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Parking
Swimming Pool
Location
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Listing History
09/19/2025
Price Decreased
$1,298,000
09/11/2025
Price Decreased
$1,324,900
08/25/2025
Price Decreased
$1,385,000
08/01/2025
Listed by Real Broker
$1,485,000
Property Details for 1611 Carmel Dr
Exterior
Construction
Stories: 1
Year Built: 1942
Architectural Style: Cottage
Construction Materials: Redwood Siding
Exterior Features: Front Yard, Other
Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Enclosed
Measurements
Building Area Total: 1,234
Lot Features: Level, Front Yard
Lot Size Acres: 0.06
Lot Size Area: 0
Lot Size Square Feet: 2,657
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 1782900029
Interior
Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Features: Brick, Free Standing, Gas, Living Room
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Parking Spaces, Space Per Unit - 2, Uncovered Park Spaces 2+
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Electric: No Solar
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Heat Pump-Air
Has Heating: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer, Sink
Utilities: Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
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