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$1,845,656$1,309 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,400,000 on Oct 12, 2023

980 CASTLE ROCK RD

WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
0
Baths
1,410 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.
2.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.8M
$1.7M low$2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,400,000 · Oct 12, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,917 (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.$1,856,560 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,269,288
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$587,272
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,428,000

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.55
91
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
84
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
44
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
44
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.68 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural 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.1961
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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.

H
Northgate High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Walnut Acres Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Foothill Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Mount Diablo Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94598These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.555

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,028
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,143 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$177,207
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$206,742
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 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

980 Castle Rock 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 89% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Northgate
  • Among the smallest homes in Northgate
  • Among the largest lots in Northgate
  • Among the oldest homes in Northgate

What homes are worth in Walnut Creek 94598

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

This home
$348K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Walnut Creek 94598.

How it measures up in Walnut Creek 94598

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Walnut Creek 94598.

Estimated value$1,845,656
CheaperTypical $1,325,363Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1309
CheaperTypical $623Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,410 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,998 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size2.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 980 Castle Rock Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthgateWalnut Creek 94598Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,845,65670% of homes88% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1309almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,410 ft²almost no homes14% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.39 acalmost all homesalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than1950almost no homes3% of homes14% of homes

About 980 Castle Rock Rd

How much is 980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA is $1,845,656 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,720,511 to $1,970,801. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA last sell?

980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA last sold on Oct 12, 2023 for $1,400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA built?

980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA?

980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA is assigned to Northgate High School (high), rated A; Walnut Acres Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Foothill Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Mount Diablo Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA compare to other homes in Walnut Creek 94598?

Among the 9,779 homes in Walnut Creek 94598, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,845,656 against a typical $1,325,363), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1309 against a typical $623), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,410 ft² against a typical 1,998 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (2.39 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1950 against a typical 1971). 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 980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 980 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA was $15,917. The county assessed it at $1,856,560.

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