1720 Walnut St

1,100 Sq. Ft.
$1,159 / Sq. Ft.
1,100
Sq. Ft.
$1,159
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Built in 1925, this jewel of a home has been completely updated for turnkey perfection! Situated adjacent from McKinley Park on a block loaded with sweet vintage homes from the same era, this split-level Art Deco-style beauty features 2BR, 2BA, traditional living and dining rooms, a pretty, updated kitchen and an attached garage/flex space. Vintage features include refinished oak floors, a brick fireplace, interior doors/hardware and tray ceilings with crown moulding. The attractively updated kitchen/bathrooms...Built in 1925, this jewel of a home has been completely updated for turnkey perfection! Situated adjacent from McKinley Park on a block loaded with sweet vintage homes from the same era, this split-level Art Deco-style beauty features 2BR, 2BA, traditional living and dining rooms, a pretty, updated kitchen and an attached garage/flex space. Vintage features include refinished oak floors, a brick fireplace, interior doors/hardware and tray ceilings with crown moulding. The attractively updated kitchen/bathrooms have modern finishes and amenities. New light fixtures, fresh paint and dual-pane windows throughout. A striking, freshly painted exterior plus refreshed and new landscaping combine to give this home exceptional curb appeal. Only 3 blocks to Alameda Marketplace and Park St cafes/restaurants, and just minutes to Nob Hill Foods, freeways and BART. With charm to spare, this home is a vintage Alameda treasure perfectly upgraded for a 21st century lifestyle!

Listing Agents

  1. Kate McCaffrey

    Kate McCaffrey

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01355206

  2. Courtney Bergin

    Courtney Bergin

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02117395

Property Details for 1720 Walnut Street

City
ALAMEDA
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
CENTRAL ALAMEDA
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Int Access From Garage, Off Street Parking
Total # Parking Spaces
0
LISTING UPDATED: 04/06/2022 03:00 AM

Property Details for 1720 Walnut Street

StatusSold
MLS #40983430
Days on Compass12
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,520 SF
CountyAlameda County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kate McCaffrey, DRE #01355206; Compass, Courtney Bergin, DRE #02117395

Sold By Compass, Michele Senitzer, DRE #01910603

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Building Information for 1720 Walnut Street

Stories1Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,520 SF

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Property Information for 1720 Walnut Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile, Vinyl
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Laundry Room, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Disability Features: None
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Additional Rooms: Storage, Basement - Finished
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Basement Finished, Dining Area, Storage
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Stall Shower
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: Ceiling Insulation, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Walls Insulated
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
  • HOA Dues: $.00
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Level - Upper: 1 Bedroom
  • Lot Description: Regular
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 2520
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2520.0
  • Roof: Rolled Composition
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1100
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Storage
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Acres: 0.06
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Lincoln to Walnut
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 71-221-23
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: BAY EAST
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 0
  • Basement: Full
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1720 Walnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 18, 2026

Sold

EBRD #41121662

$1,088,000
Feb 18, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #EB41121662

$1,088,000
Feb 3, 2026

Pending

EBRD #41121662

Feb 3, 2026

Pending

MLSListings #EB41121662

Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41121662

$895,000
Jan 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41121662

$895,000
Apr 5, 2022

Sold

EBRD #40983430

$1,275,100
Apr 5, 2022

Sold

MLSListings #BE40983430

$1,275,100
Mar 31, 2022

Temporarily Off Market

RESFAR #40983430

Mar 29, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1488116777

$1,275,500

+8.3% / yr

Mar 15, 2022

Pending

RESFAR #40983430

Mar 15, 2022

Pending

MLSListings #BE40983430

Mar 15, 2022

Pending

EBRD #40983430

Mar 3, 2022

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE40983430

$895,000
Mar 3, 2022

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40983430

$895,000
Mar 3, 2022

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #40983430

$895,000
Sep 12, 1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #26644402

$167,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/18/2026

Sold

EBRD #41121662

$1,088,000
02/18/2026

Sold

MLSListings #EB41121662

$1,088,000
02/03/2026

Pending

EBRD #41121662

02/03/2026

Pending

MLSListings #EB41121662

01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41121662

$895,000
01/22/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41121662

$895,000
04/05/2022

Sold

EBRD #40983430

$1,275,100
04/05/2022

Sold

MLSListings #BE40983430

$1,275,100
03/31/2022

Temporarily Off Market

RESFAR #40983430

03/29/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1488116777

$1,275,500

+8.3% / yr

03/15/2022

Pending

RESFAR #40983430

03/15/2022

Pending

MLSListings #BE40983430

03/15/2022

Pending

EBRD #40983430

03/03/2022

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE40983430

$895,000
03/03/2022

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40983430

$895,000
03/03/2022

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #40983430

$895,000
09/12/1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #26644402

$167,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1720 Walnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$405,909Additions$966,097Total$1,372,006
Tax Record2025$18,465 ($1,539 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,068 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,068 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,520 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1931CountyALAMEDAAPN71-221-23

Schools near 1720 Walnut Street

This home is within Alameda Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Love Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Will C. Wood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Alameda High School
Public9 to 12

Maya Lin Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Kate McCaffrey, DRE #01355206; Compass, Courtney Bergin, DRE #02117395

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