Welcome to 526 Monarch Ridge Dr, a beautifully updated townhome nestled on the border of Laf & WC. The charming community of Summit Ridge feeds into award-winning Laf Schools. This residence offers an expansive 2,549SF of living space, featuring 4 beds and 2.5 baths. This versatile floor plan offers both formal living & dining rooms, casual family room & breakfast nook. Two guest rooms & bathroom located at the front of the house & 4th bedroom/office & primary retreat overlooking rear yard with sliding glass doors that lead to a balcony. The chef's kitchen is a highlight, boasting new quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, & freshly painted cabinetry with modern hardware. Private outdoor entertaining area off of the kitchen that is perfect for BBQ’s, play space, & enjoying easy California living. The home is thoughtfully upgraded, featuring completely remodeled baths, new exterior siding, new furnace, 2 fireplaces, & private entry. Take advantage of the community's fantastic amenities, including a communal pool & clubhouse, perfect for enjoying sunny days & socializing. Walk to Springhill Elementary & Acalanes HS with easy access to the bus to Stanley Middle School. Miles of hiking &just steps from the front door. Enjoy quick access to HWY 24/680 and downtown Laf.
Sold for $1,349,000
$1,349,000
526 Monarch Ridge Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
4beds
2,549sqft
Residential, Townhouse
Built in 1978
1,742.4 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$529/sqft
$5,013 Estimated rent
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 25, 2025 at 02:26pm
Listed by:
Erin Martin DRE #01922810 925-951-3817,
Compass
Bought with:
Erin Chan-Adams, DRE #01981522
Compass
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41104275
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Common Area
Features
- Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,549
- Total interior livable area: 2,549 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Access, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Unit Faces Street
- Pool features: None, Community
- Fencing: Partial Fence,Fenced,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 1,742 sqft
- Features: Level, Front Yard, Landscaped, Back Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Yard Space
Details
- Parcel number: 1753120581
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Residential, Townhouse
Materials
- Shingles
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Internet Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Walnut Creek
- Subdivision: Summit Ridge
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $850 monthly
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Greenbelt, Pool
- Services included: Common Area Maint, Maintenance Structure, Insurance, Management Fee, Reserve Fund
- Association name: SUMMIT RIDGE HOA
- Association phone: 800-428-5588
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2025 | Sold | $1,349,000$529/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Pending sale | $1,349,000$529/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000+3.8%$529/sqft |
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| 3/22/2022 | Sold | $1,300,000+48%$510/sqft |
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| 12/18/2018 | Sold | $878,500-5%$345/sqft |
Source: CCAR #40833761 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,610 +0.5% | $1,246,000 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $15,530 +1.6% | $1,239,000 +1.8% |
| 2023 | $15,282 +30.5% | $1,217,000 +31.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94597
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Springhill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10M. H. Stanley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 10/10Acalanes High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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- California
- Contra Costa County
- Walnut Creek
- 94597
- 526 Monarch Ridge Dr