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    1942 Desert Cir, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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    For Sale
    $2,900,000

    Seven-unit apartment building in prime Walnut Creek location.

    Type:Investment
    Property size:
    6,052 SF
    Lot size:
    0.31 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $479/SF
    Added:
    Mar 23, 2026
    Days on Market:
    51
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 21 at 8:22 am

    Property Features for 1942 Desert Cir

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    6,052 SF
    Lot size
    0.31 Acres
    Property subtype
    Investment

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1967

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    Listing Contact
    Ethan Berger

    Listing agent Ethan Berger License #01868467

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    Listing date Mar 23, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime Walnut Creek location near downtown shopping, dining, and transit.
    • Updated interiors with laminate flooring, stone countertops, recessed lighting, and fireplaces.
    • Six out of seven units feature in‑unit laundry.
    • Individually metered for gas/electric, with tenants paying utilities.
    • Mix of mostly 2‑bedroom units plus one 3‑bedroom unit.
    • SB 721 compliant with no local rent control.

    Overview

    This is a seven-unit multifamily property located in Walnut Creek. The two-story building has a total area of 6,052 square feet. The unit mix includes mostly 2-bedroom units and one 3-bedroom unit. The units feature updated interiors with laminate flooring, stone countertops, recessed lighting, and fireplaces. Six units have in-unit laundry. The property is individually metered for gas and electric, with tenants responsible for utility payments. Community amenities include a pool and laundry facilities. The property also features covered parking and private balconies or patios. The location is near downtown Walnut Creek shopping, dining, and transit. The property is SB 721 compliant and has no local rent control.
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    Apartment buildings

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Dental Office Nail Salon Building Supply Daycare Center Gym & Fitness Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Walnut Creek
    County
    Contra Costa
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -122.0354929
    Latitude
    37.9200342

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Apartment building - Seven-unit apartment building in prime Walnut Creek location.
    Where is this apartment building located?
    The property is located at 1942 Desert Cir Walnut Creek, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,900,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime Walnut Creek location near downtown shopping, dining, and transit.; Updated interiors with laminate flooring, stone countertops, recessed lighting, and fireplaces.; Six out of seven units feature in‑unit laundry.
    (925) 588-9740
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    Ethan Berger
    Real Estate License ID: 01868467
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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