$1,900,000

196 Crest Ave, Alamo, CA 94507

  • 5 beds |
  • 4 baths |
  • 2,607 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1971
  • Property Lot Size Icon0.98acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $729/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 7 months ago

Property Description

Opportunities like this are few and far between! 196 Crest Avenue offers almost 1 acre in one of Alamo’s most desirable locations—perfect for an urban farm or private multi-home compound Properties with this of size, setting, and flexibility are increasingly rare in the area. The main residence features 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, with a flexible layout ideal for modern living. An attached pool/guest suite with a private bath and a detached bedroom with exterior access add even more versatility. Outdoor spaces are equally impressive, with mature trees, a sparkling pool, and an expansive yard that backs to the Iron Horse Trail—offering potential direct access to one of the East Bay’s most beloved recreational pathways. Located just minutes from top-rated schools, downtown Alamo, and major commuter routes—yet tucked away in a serene, private setting—this property is ready for the next visionary owner to bring something truly special to life.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
June 27, 2025
Data Last Updated:
February 6, 2026 at 7:16AM
Listing Office:
JPAR Iron Horse Real Estate : 925-529-4880
Listing Agent:
Erica Starkey : 925-989-1613
MLS ID:
41097699
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Fireplace: Family RoomFireplace
  • Style: Ranch
  • Pool: In Ground
  • Parking: GarageParking spaces: 2
  • Roofing: Shingle
  • General: Brick1
  • Originating MLS: CRMLS_CCBE
  • County: Contra Costa
  • Zoning: 1882410192
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Source: CRMLS_CCBE

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Location

Schools Nearby

M

Murwood Elementary School

2050 Vanderslice Ave, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596

Grades KG-5

0.62 miles away

T

Tice Creek

1847 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek, CA, 94595

Grades KG-8

1.20 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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