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About this home
Tucked along one of Upper Happy Valley’s most special streets, this rare legacy estate blends quintessential single-story ranch architecture with extraordinary park-like grounds. Offering five bedrooms and three bathrooms in total, the property features approximately 2,648 square feet of combined living space, including the 2,344-square-foot main residence and a 344-square-foot detached studio with its own full bath. Rich in charm, character, and timeless appeal, this is a special opportunity to own a piece of Happy Valley history. From the moment you arrive, the home welcomes you with beautiful curb appeal, a charming front porch, and an inviting sense of warmth. Inside, the spacious formal living room features a beautiful wood-paneled accent wall, fireplace, and expansive windows overlooking the front grounds. The living room flows into the formal dining room, complete with custom built-ins, beautiful lacquered flooring, and sliding doors opening to the backyard patio. An adjoining family room with its own fireplace and outdoor access connects seamlessly to the kitchen, creating an ideal layout for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry, views of the backyard, and a charming breakfast nook with rich wood-paneled walls. The bedroom wing features three generously sized secondary bedrooms, one of which could easily serve as a home office or media room, and a spacious hall bathroom with a soaking tub, separate stall shower, and dual vanities. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with ample closet space. A detached two-car garage is complemented by the adjoining studio with a full bathroom, offering wonderful flexibility for guests, a home office, gym, or additional bonus space. The grounds are truly the crown jewel of this property. Reminiscent of a private park, the expansive backyard offers an extraordinary setting with lush, level lawns, mature gardens, and beautiful spaces to gather, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors. A spacious patio with a fire pit is ideal for evenings under the stars, while the swimming pool, generous pool deck, and adjoining pool house create an inviting setting for summer afternoons and celebrations. With room to play, entertain, garden, and make the grounds your own, the possibilities are endless. All of this comibined with top rated Lafayette schools, a great commute location near to to Hwy 24 & BART make this the perfect spot to call home!
Tiffany Hills, located between Pleasant Hill Road and Reliez Valley Road, is a hillside and residential Lafayette neighborhood with winding cul-de-sacs and broad valley views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Pleasant Hill Rd & Reliez Valley Rd junction, where a steady rhythm of cyclists and school traffic sets the pace. Architecture leans toward mid-century ranch homes and larger contemporary rebuilds tucked behind mature oaks. A short drive away, The Hideout Kitchen & Cafe, Diablo Foods, and Town Hall Theatre act as local touchstones for dining, provisions, and live performance. Briones Regional Park frames the edge with trailheads and open ridgelines. The setting feels quiet and elevated, with daily life oriented to drives, walks, and weekend hikes.
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Market insights
1035 Upper Happy Valley Rd · $2,895,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.4%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,895,000
Median sale price in this area is $848,246. (71% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Family room
Storage
Studio
Two fireplaces
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms on the street level
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Stall showers
Tubs
Double vanity
Windows
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Double oven
Electric range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry closet
Laundry hookups
Flooring
Tile
Engineered wood
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Forced-air heating
Central air conditioning
Wall/window air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio
Garden
Front and back yards
Landscaped front and back yards
Fenced yard
In-ground outdoor pool with gas heat
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Detached garage
Garage door opener
Construction
Built in 1951
Brick and wood siding
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Generator
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 1035 Upper Happy Valley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41151702
Oct 19, 2026
Listed
$2,895,000
$1,093/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,796 (+1.9%)
$64,980 + $94,998
$159,978
2024
$3,725 (+2.3%)
$63,706 + $93,136
$156,842
2023
$3,641 (+1.7%)
$62,457 + $91,310
$153,767
2022
$3,581 (+2.9%)
$61,233 + $89,520
$150,753
2021
$3,479 (+2.2%)
$60,033 + $87,765
$147,798
2020
$3,403 (+10.2%)
$58,856 + $86,045
$144,901
2019
$3,090 (+3.4%)
$58,253 + $85,163
$143,416
2018
$2,987 (+1.7%)
$57,111 + $83,494
$140,605
2017
$2,937 (+3.0%)
$54,895 + $80,252
$135,147
2016
$2,851 (+0.3%)
$54,895 + $80,252
$135,147
2015
$2,842 (+4.8%)
$53,819 + $78,679
$132,498
2014
$2,711 (+2.2%)
$51,973 + $75,980
$127,953
2013
$2,653 (+3.3%)
$51,973 + $75,980
$127,953
2012
$2,568 (+2.3%)
$51,739 + $75,637
$127,376
2011
$2,509 (+9.8%)
$50,725 + $74,154
$124,879
2010
$2,285 (+5.3%)
$49,731 + $72,700
$122,431
2009
$2,170 (+1.6%)
$49,360 + $72,157
$121,517
2008
$2,137
$49,478 + $72,329
$121,807
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
1954
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,156
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,156
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2490100043
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 10, 2026.
Aug 23, 2013 • Final
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lafayette, CA • 94549
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Lafayette. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1035 Upper Happy Valley Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,850,000 and $3,400,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.9M to $3.4M.