About 3597 Walnut St
Rare downtown Lafayette FIXER opportunity with expansion potential. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath property offers 1,194 sq ft of living space on a generous .19-acre lot, just three blocks from downtown. An excellent chance to renovate, expand, or redevelop in one of Lafayette’s most desirable locations ***The property is zoned MRA (Multiple Residential Attached) and located in a special downtown district encouraging ADUs and multi-unit development, creating multiple paths to add value. Options may include renovating the existing home while adding an ADU and Jr. ADU, or exploring additional residential configurations (buyer to verify). Enjoy proximity to shops, dining, parks, and convenient access to BART, along with top-rated schools in the Acalanes Union High School District.
Features of 3597 Walnut St
| MLS® # | 41135278 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,235,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,194 |
| Acres | 0.19 |
| Year Built | 1951 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Ranch |
| Status | Pending |
Community Information
| Address | 3597 Walnut St |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | DOWNTOWN LAF |
| City | Lafayette |
| County | Contra Costa |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94549 |
Amenities
| Utilities | All Utilities |
|---|---|
| Parking | Carport, Off Street, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, Parking Lot, RV Access/Parking, RV Possible |
| View | Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Possible Pool Site |
Interior
| Interior Features | No Additional Rooms |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater |
| Heating | Wall Furnace |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), No Air Conditioning |
| Fireplace | No |
| Fireplaces | None |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One Story |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Premium Lot, Rectangular Lot |
| Windows | Double Pane Windows, Screens, Window Coverings |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Stucco, Frame |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Acalanes (925) 280-3900 |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | May 19th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | MRA multi |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Rose Brudigam |
|---|---|
| Office | Better Homes and Gardens RP |