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.
For sale
$1,275,000
3597 Walnut St, Lafayette, CA 94549
4beds
1,194sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$1,269,800 Zestimate®
$1,068/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 56 days |
- 1,483 |
- 33 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 19, 2026 at 12:01am
Listed by:
Rose Brudigam DRE #00571094 925-765-6490,
Better Homes And Gardens Rp,
Suzie Tinsley DRE #01253559 925-787-3072,
Better Homes And Gardens Rp
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41121861
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Main Entry
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Outside Access
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookups Only, Common Area
Features
- Flooring: Linoleum, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Window Coverings
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,194
- Total interior livable area: 1,194 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, Off Street, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, Parking Lot, RV Access/Parking, RV Possible
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Possible Pool Site
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 8,276.4 Square Feet
- Features: Premium Lot, Rectangular Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 2430900023
- Zoning: MRA
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Downtown Laf
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lafayette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,068/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $522,549
- Annual tax amount: $7,816
- Date on market: 1/23/2026
Estimated market value
$1,269,800
$1.21M - $1.33M
$4,914/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000$1,068/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41121863 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Listing removed | $1,275,000$1,068/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41121861 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+275%$1,068/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41121863 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2011 | Listing removed | $2,250$2/sqft |
Source: Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2011 | Listed for rent | $2,250$2/sqft |
Source: Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2000 | Sold | $340,000$285/sqft |
Source: CCAR #11034661 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,816 +1.8% | $522,549 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,680 +1.9% | $512,304 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,533 +1.6% | $502,260 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,416 +3% | $492,413 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,203 +0.6% | $482,759 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,162 +5.1% | $477,810 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,812 +3.6% | $468,442 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,577 +2.2% | $459,258 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,436 +1.8% | $450,254 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,325 +4.1% | $441,426 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,074 | $434,797 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,074 | $426,281 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $424,356 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $416,036 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $407,879 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $404,831 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $405,794 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $397,838 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $390,038 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $382,391 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $374,894 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $367,544 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $360,809 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $353,736 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $346,800 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$7,557/mo
Principal & interest
$6335
Property taxes
$1222
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 94549
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lafayette Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10M. H. Stanley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Acalanes High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900
Source: CCAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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