5235 La Corte Bonita

A Once-Celebrated Home Ready for Its Next Chapter Once recognized by *Better Homes & Gardens*, this extraordinary Concord property was designed to be something truly special. Today, it offers a rare opportunity for a buyer with vision to restore its beauty and bring an unforgettable home back to life. Time and deferred maintenance have left their mark, and the once-spectacular landscaping has become overgrown. Yet beneath it all remains the foundation of a beautiful, imaginative property filled with character, craftsmanship, and possibilities. Much of the needed improvement appears cosmetic, making this an exciting opportunity to uncover what has been hidden and create a remarkable personal retreat. The expansive grounds feature extensive custom hardscaping, large decorative boulders, mature trees, and a dramatic pond with a waterfall. An irrigation well, backyard tea house, and established landscaping provide the framework for restoring a private garden oasis. Inside, the home is equally distinctive. A massive solarium with its own mini-split system offers a light-filled space for entertaining, relaxing, gardening, or creative pursuits. The original garage has been converted into a bedroom or bonus room with an adjoining oversized laundry room. A later addition includes a tandem garage and a finished loft above it, creating even more options for a home office, studio, recreation room, guest space, or multigenerational living. Located near highly regarded local schools, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this is far more than a traditional fixer. It is an opportunity to reimagine and restore a unique property that may never be duplicated. Is this the home you have been waiting to bring back to greatness?

Current Status

New

Original Price

$699,000

List Price

$699,000

On Market Date

Jun 19, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Ayers Ranch

Zip Code

94521

MLS ID

41139040

APN

1171900234

Year Built

1962

Stories in Building

1

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

CONTRA COSTA

Bed

4

Bath

2

Parking

2

Attached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener

SQ FT

1,787

SQ FT Source

Public Records

Lot SQ FT

16,400.0

Lot Acres

0.38 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tile Counters, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Oven Built-in

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure, Special Flood Haz Area

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Landscape Back, Landscape Front

Flooring

Hardwood, Tile, Carpet

Foundation

Fire Place

Brick, Family Room

Heating

Forced Air

Laundry

Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Space For Frzr/Refr

Main Level

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Ranch

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Landscape Back, Landscape Front

Location

Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public, Well - Agricultural

Fee

Unavailable

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