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$1,838,822$614 / 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 87How 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

280 CASTLE HILL RANCH RD

WALNUT CREEK, CA 94595
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,993 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.
1.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.8M
$1.6M low$2.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,107 (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.$372,809 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,970
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$332,839
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$365,500

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
75
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
49
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.1965
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(3)

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
Murwood Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Las Lomas High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Walnut Creek Intermediate SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Walnut Creek Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94595These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.483

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.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,649
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,683 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,379
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$139,663
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 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

280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd 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 91% of homes in Walnut Creek 94595
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Castle Hill
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Walnut Creek 94595
  • Among the largest lots in Walnut Creek 94595
  • Older than 96% of homes in Walnut Creek 94595

What homes are worth in Walnut Creek 94595

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

This home
$256K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Walnut Creek 94595.

How it measures up in Walnut Creek 94595

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Walnut Creek 94595.

Estimated value$1,838,822
CheaperTypical $723,375Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$614
CheaperTypical $544Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area2,993 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size1.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCastle HillWalnut Creek 94595Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,838,82251% of homes91% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$61412% of homes59% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than2,993 ft²67% of homes96% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.3 ac92% of homesalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than194713% of homes4% of homes10% of homes

About 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd

How much is 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA is $1,838,822 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,593,069 to $2,084,575. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA last sell?

280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA last sold on Jul 6, 1995, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA?

280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 2,993 square feet of living space.

When was 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA built?

280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA?

280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA is assigned to Murwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Las Lomas High School (high), rated A; Walnut Creek Intermediate School (middle), rated A. All sit in Walnut Creek Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA compare to other homes in Walnut Creek 94595?

Among the 9,550 homes in Walnut Creek 94595, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,838,822 against a typical $723,375), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($614 against a typical $544), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,993 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1.3 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1947 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 89% 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 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 280 Castle Hill Ranch Rd, Walnut Creek, CA was $5,107. The county assessed it at $372,809.

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