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$1,348,223$747 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $2,221,500 on Feb 20, 2018

20 SIMPSON DR

WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,806 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.3M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,221,500 · Feb 20, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,054 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,291,657 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$836,341
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$455,316
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,266,332

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Walnut Heights Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Las Lomas High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Walnut Creek Intermediate SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Acalanes Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94596These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.524

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,086 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,140
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$175,695
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

20 Simpson Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 79% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Contra Costa County

What homes are worth in Walnut Creek 94596

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$246K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Walnut Creek 94596.

How it measures up in Walnut Creek 94596

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Walnut Creek 94596.

Estimated value$1,348,223
CheaperTypical $1,171,186Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$747
CheaperTypical $615Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,806 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,772 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 20 Simpson Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWalnut Creek 94596Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,348,22361% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$74780% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,806 ft²51% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac65% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than196230% of homes29% of homes

About 20 Simpson Dr

How much is 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA is $1,348,223 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,292,865 to $1,403,581. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA last sell?

20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA last sold on Feb 20, 2018 for $2,221,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA?

20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,806 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA built?

20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA?

20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA is assigned to Walnut Heights Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Las Lomas High School (high), rated A; Walnut Creek Intermediate School (middle), rated A. All sit in Acalanes Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA compare to other homes in Walnut Creek 94596?

Among the 6,397 homes in Walnut Creek 94596, it is worth more than 61% of them ($1,348,223 against a typical $1,171,186), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($747 against a typical $615), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,806 ft² against a typical 1,772 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1962 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 79% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Simpson Dr, Walnut Creek, CA was $15,054. The county assessed it at $1,291,657.

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