




16 Ruth Ct, Lafayette, CA, 94549
About This Home
A View Worth Coming Home To. A Home built for flexible living. Thoughtfully laid out across two levels, it offers the privacy of two separate living quarters, a 3 bedroom 2 bath home with a 1 bedroom 1 bath lower floor, flowing together as one seamless family home. This home is a true entertainer's delight. The updated kitchen with shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and a large center island with seating for four flows naturally into the dining room and right out onto the view deck for effortless al fresco dining. At sunrise, sunset, or anywhere in between, the hills stretching out before you will make in front of you, that deck becomes your favorite spot fast. The vaulted living room with warm wood beams, a dramatic skylight, and a floor to ceiling fireplace is the kind of space that stops people mid-tour. The primary en-suite is generous and bright with a window framing those same valley views from above. Step down to the backyard onto a level no-mow lawn framed by mature trees, an iron fence, and sweeping valley views that follow you everywhere on this property. The home divides naturally into a 3 bed, 2 bath 1,600 sq ft upper floor and an 820 sq ft 1 bed, 1 bath lower floor with its own kitchen, laundry, and private entrance. Set up the in-laws, kids returning home, or just live large. Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac, minutes to downtown Lafayette, Walnut Creek, top rated schools, BART, and trails. One great view. Ideal location. A home with endless possibilities.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 1950
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier,Raised
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: In Garage,Common Area
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub,Solid Surface,Stall Shower
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Au Pair,Breakfast Bar,Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,392
- Total interior livable area: 2,392 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar,Dishwasher,Gas Range/Cooktop,Kitchen Island,Microwave,Oven Built-in,Range/Oven Built-in,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1854000179
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.88 Acres
- Features: Court,Sloped Down,Back Yard,Wooded,Side Yard
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Contra Costa County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $8,469 | $101,628 |
| Home Insurance * | $271 | $3,252 |
| Property Taxes | $1,650 | $19,800 |
| Electricity | $512 | $6,155 |
| Total | $10,902 | $130,824 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-09 | Listed for sale | $1,675,000 |
| 2023-06-18 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-06-14 | Listed for rent | $8,500 |
| 2023-03-27 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-03-20 | Listed for rent | $5,500 |
| 2022-04-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-04-09 | Price change | $7,600 |
| 2022-03-23 | Listed for rent | $8,500 |
| 2021-03-08 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-01-19 | Listed for rent | $7,600 |
| 2020-10-23 | Sold | $918,000 |
