Private gated Northgate estate set on over an acre with a flat lot that backs to an open space setting, a detached ADU, resort-style saltwater pool & sweeping hillside views. Offering a 4,783 sq ft main residence (4 bed, 3.5 bath) & a 2,133 sq ft ADU (2 bed, 1.5 bath), the property delivers exceptional scale, privacy & flexibility. A welcoming entry leads to soaring ceilings, expansive windows & a grand-scale living room anchored by a two-way fireplace, connecting to an intimate sitting area. Natural light & volume define the space, with multiple doors extending to the backyard. A built-in wine & beverage bar is positioned between the living & dining rooms. The dining room connects directly to the outdoor areas, complemented by additional built-in cabinetry for storage & architectural detail. A nearby half bath & interior access to the cellar add convenience. The kitchen balances everyday function with entertaining, featuring a large center island with seating, quartz countertops, extensive cabinetry, a built-in refrigerator, gas cooktop & double ovens. A walk-in pantry, utility room & main-level laundry streamline daily use, while a built-in desk area provides flexible workspace. The kitchen flows into a casual dining area & family room with fireplace, creating a natural gathering space. A main-level bedroom ensuite with direct deck access offers flexibility for guests, extended living or a private office. Upstairs, the primary suite is privately positioned with hillside views, a fireplace, sitting area, dual walk-in closets & a large-scale bath with dual sinks, toilets & soaking tubs. Additional bedrooms are generously sized with bright exposures & share an updated hall bath. The ADU adds substantial value & versatility with a 2 bedroom, 1.5 baths, full kitchen, living area, 8-seat theater room & access to a separate garage with laundry hookups & a hydraulic lift. The outdoor setting centers around a saltwater pool & spa with pebble finish, waterfall, fountains & slide. A covered outdoor kitchen with built-in BBQ & bar seating overlooks the pool & surrounding hills, while patios, lawn areas & mature landscaping create distinct areas for entertaining & everyday use. The property also includes a detached flex space positioned between the main home & ADU, ideal for hobbies, gardening or storage. Located near top-rated schools, Shell Ridge Open Space, hiking & biking trails, shopping & dining.
For sale
$3,500,000
2050 Shell Ridge Trl, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
6beds
6,916sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
1.08 Acres Lot
$3,366,400 Zestimate®
$506/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive windowsUpdated hall bathExtensive cabinetryDual walk-in closetsSoaring ceilingsDetached aduQuartz countertops
- 41 days |
- 1,659 |
- 73 |
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Listed by:
Renee White DRE #01462315 925-876-2441,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41132556
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Partial bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, Main Entry, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Family Room, Office, Utility Room, Workshop
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Stall Shower, Tub, Tub with Jets, Updated Baths, Closet
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Breakfast Nook, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Double Sided, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,916
- Total interior livable area: 6,916 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Access, Parking Spaces, RV/Boat Parking, Parking Lot
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Solar Heat, Fenced, Pool/Spa Combo
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Bath
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
- Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Premium Lot, Secluded, Back Yard, Side Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 1381000163
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Custom
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned, Other Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: North Gate
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Walnut Creek
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $506/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,289,744
- Annual tax amount: $37,135
- Date on market: 4/27/2026
Estimated market value
$3,366,400
$3.20M - $3.53M
$7,987/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000+12.9%$506/sqft |
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| 11/3/2021 | Sold | $3,100,000+10.9%$448/sqft |
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| 10/8/2021 | Pending sale | $2,795,000$404/sqft |
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| 10/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,795,000+55.3%$404/sqft |
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| 8/28/2013 | Sold | $1,800,000-30.1%$260/sqft |
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| 5/17/2007 | Sold | $2,575,000$372/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,135 +2.3% | $3,289,744 +2% |
| 2024 | $36,297 +1.5% | $3,225,240 +2% |
| 2023 | $35,748 +0.8% | $3,162,000 +2% |
| 2022 | $35,453 +50.7% | $3,100,000 +52.1% |
| 2021 | $23,519 +0.7% | $2,038,507 +1% |
| 2020 | $23,364 +1.2% | $2,017,606 +2% |
| 2019 | $23,092 +3.7% | $1,978,046 +2% |
| 2018 | $22,268 +3.2% | $1,939,262 +2% |
| 2017 | $21,588 +2.2% | $1,901,239 +2% |
| 2016 | $21,116 +1.6% | $1,863,961 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $20,780 | $1,835,964 +2% |
| 2014 | $20,780 | $1,800,000 +13.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,590,000 +11.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,430,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,430,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,430,000 -45.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,645,000 +185.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $926,605 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $908,438 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $890,626 +31.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $677,277 +34.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $503,508 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 94598
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Walnut Acres Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Foothill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Northgate High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Mount Diablo (925) 682-8000
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