Houses California Contra Costa County Walnut Creek

$4,000 / Month

261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd

Walnut Creek, CA 94595

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Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

913 sq ft
Available

Available Feb 27

261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd

About This Home

Available Feb 27

Tucked into a peaceful,woodsy setting just minutes from downtown Walnut Creek,this charming 2-bedroom,1-bath cottage offers the perfect blend of character,comfort,and convenience. An adorable front porch and welcoming paver patio create an ideal spot to unwind,dine al fresco,or simply enjoy the surrounding greenery. Inside,the home feels surprisingly spacious with 9-foot ceilings in the living area that enhance the light and open feel. The kitchen features rich hickory cabinets and ample space for cooking and gathering. Full-size laundry adds everyday ease,with a washer,dryer,and refrigerator all included. Comfort is covered year-round with central heat and air- and even better,all utilities are included,making for truly effortless living. The location couldn’t be better- just five minutes to downtown Walnut Creek and conveniently close to Highways 680 and 24. This inviting cottage is a rare opportunity to enjoy a serene setting while still having convenient access to incredible shopping,dining,and all the East Bay has to offer!

261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd is a house located in Contra Costa County and the 94595 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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Listed by Christina Linezo | Village Associates Real Estate
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Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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City - Walnut Creek

Nestled in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, Walnut Creek combines suburban comfort with city amenities. The city encompasses 1,800 acres of open space, featuring Shell Ridge and Lime Ridge trails for hiking and outdoor recreation. Downtown Walnut Creek features Broadway Plaza shopping district, while the Lesher Center for the Arts hosts performances and cultural events. The rental market shows a 1.7% annual increase, with one-bedroom units averaging $2,476 and two-bedroom homes typically renting for $2,953. Notable areas include Parkmead, Walnut Heights, and the Northgate district.

Established in 1849 along what early settlers called "Nuts Creek," Walnut Creek has grown into a community of over 70,000 residents. The Mediterranean climate makes it ideal for exploring outdoor spaces like Heather Farm Park and the Ruth Bancroft Garden.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Saint Marys Coll. of Calif.	Drive:	18 min	6.8 mi
Diablo Valley, Pleasant Hill	Drive:	17 min	8.8 mi
UC Berkeley	Drive:	28 min	16.2 mi
Mills College	Drive:	32 min	20.0 mi

261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd is within 18 minutes or 6.8 miles from Saint Marys Coll. of Calif.. It is also near Diablo Valley, Pleasant Hill and Mills College.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Walnut Creek include Walnut Creek, located 3.9 miles from 261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd. 261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd is near Metro Oakland International, located 26.1 miles or 38 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 38.0 miles or 56 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Walnut Creek	Drive:	9 min	3.9 mi
Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre	Drive:	10 min	5.6 mi
Lafayette Station	Drive:	11 min	6.1 mi
Concord	Drive:	16 min	9.7 mi
Orinda	Drive:	16 min	10.1 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Martinez	Drive:	22 min	15.2 mi
Emeryville	Drive:	28 min	17.4 mi
Oakland	Drive:	28 min	19.2 mi
Berkeley Amtrak	Drive:	30 min	20.6 mi
Hayward Amtrak	Drive:	37 min	21.6 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Metro Oakland International	Drive:	38 min	26.1 mi
San Francisco International	Drive:	56 min	38.0 mi

Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Rossmoor Shopping Center	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Olympic Village	Drive:	6 min	2.1 mi
Terrace Shops	Drive:	6 min	2.3 mi

261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd has 3 shopping centers within 2.3 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Rudgear Park	Drive:	8 min	2.9 mi
Butterfly Habitat Gardens	Drive:	8 min	3.0 mi
Lar Rieu Park	Drive:	8 min	3.2 mi
Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail	Drive:	9 min	3.7 mi
Howe Homestead Park	Drive:	10 min	3.8 mi

261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd has 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Lar Rieu Park, Butterfly Habitat Gardens, and Rudgear Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Walnut Creek	Drive:	6 min	2.2 mi
John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek Campus	Drive:	10 min	5.3 mi
John Muir Medical Center - Concord Campus	Drive:	15 min	10.2 mi

261 Castle Hill Ranch Rd has 3 hospitals within 10.2 miles, the nearest is Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Walnut Creek which is 2.2 miles away and a 6 minute drive.