Stunning new construction built by Thomas James Homes nestled in Lafayette’s Upper Happy Valley neighborhood. This Craftsman-style home greets you with 5-bedrooms and 5-bathrooms. Enter through the front porch, where you’ll find the spacious dining area plus a great room with fireplace and doors to the covered patio for al fresco dining. The gourmet kitchen includes an island with bar seating, and walk-in pantry. The main floor comes complete with an office and secondary bedroom with en suite bathroom. Ascend the stairs to a loft, laundry room with sink and storage, and additional 2-secondary bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. The grand suite includes a retreat area, walk-in closet, and luxurious grand bathroom with dual sink vanity, free-standing soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Conveniently located just minutes from Lafayette’s lively downtown filled with boutique shops and restaurants, the Lafayette Reservoir, Oakwood Athletic Club, top-rated schools and commute routes. Don’t miss this rare opportunity for new construction in Upper Happy Valley!
Single-familyProperty Type
2024Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$1,126Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kaaren Brickman•DRE #01932119• Dudum Real Estate Group
Listed by Lauren Woolsey•DRE #01940797• Dudum Real Estate Group
Bought with Ann Sharf•DRE #01156966• Village Associates Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41090394
Mar 21, 2025
Sold
$3,430,000
$921/sq ft
Mar 21, 2025
Listed
$3,595,000
$965/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41065793
Nov 27, 2024
Listing Removed
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Oct 18, 2024
Price Changed
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Sep 5, 2024
Price Changed
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Aug 8, 2024
Price Changed
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Jul 9, 2024
Listed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41055929
May 29, 2024
Listing Removed
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Apr 12, 2024
Listed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41044077
Jan 16, 2024
Listing Removed
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Nov 9, 2023
Listed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41024777
Jun 26, 2023
Listing Removed
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Apr 20, 2023
Listed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40980899
Feb 10, 2022
Sold
$1,800,000
$483/sq ft
Feb 10, 2022
Listed
$1,800,000
$483/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40228175
Feb 12, 2007
Sold
$965,000
$259/sq ft
Jan 3, 2007
Listing Removed
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Dec 8, 2006
Listed
$989,000
$266/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40195595
Sep 28, 2006
Listing Removed
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Aug 7, 2006
Listed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40181398
Aug 7, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jun 27, 2006
Listed
*
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40021508
Aug 3, 2004
Sold
$804,000
$216/sq ft
Jun 18, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jun 14, 2004
Listed
$689,000
$185/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,725 (+87.0%)
$1,785,000 + $1,713,600
$3,498,600
2024
$19,105 (−13.7%)
$1,591,812 + $1,500,000
$3,091,812
2023
$22,129 (+44.3%)
$1,560,600
2022
$15,331 (+3.0%)
$1,530,000 + $306,000
$1,836,000
2021
$14,888 (−0.2%)
$946,880 + $271,432
$1,218,312
2020
$14,915 (+3.0%)
$928,314 + $266,110
$1,194,424
2019
$14,484 (+3.6%)
$918,796 + $263,382
$1,182,178
2018
$13,975 (+1.7%)
$900,781 + $258,218
$1,158,999
2017
$13,736 (+1.9%)
$865,803 + $248,192
$1,113,995
2016
$13,476 (+2.8%)
$865,803 + $248,192
$1,113,995
2015
$13,110 (+16.3%)
$848,827 + $243,326
$1,092,153
2014
$11,275 (+16.3%)
$699,484 + $200,516
$900,000
2013
$9,692 (+9.5%)
$699,484 + $200,516
$900,000
2012
$8,853
$594,561 + $170,439
$765,000
2011
$8,861 (−14.1%)
$544,042 + $155,958
$700,000
2010
$10,320 (−1.2%)
$544,042 + $155,958
$700,000
2009
$10,445 (−10.8%)
$661,399 + $189,601
$851,000
2008
$11,709
$676,943 + $194,057
$871,000
Tax history for 1036 Upper Happy Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$35,725 (+87.0%)
$1,785,000 + $1,713,600
$3,498,600
2024
$19,105 (−13.7%)
$1,591,812 + $1,500,000
$3,091,812
2023
$22,129 (+44.3%)
$1,560,600
2022
$15,331 (+3.0%)
$1,530,000 + $306,000
$1,836,000
2021
$14,888 (−0.2%)
$946,880 + $271,432
$1,218,312
2020
$14,915 (+3.0%)
$928,314 + $266,110
$1,194,424
2019
$14,484 (+3.6%)
$918,796 + $263,382
$1,182,178
2018
$13,975 (+1.7%)
$900,781 + $258,218
$1,158,999
2017
$13,736 (+1.9%)
$865,803 + $248,192
$1,113,995
2016
$13,476 (+2.8%)
$865,803 + $248,192
$1,113,995
2015
$13,110 (+16.3%)
$848,827 + $243,326
$1,092,153
2014
$11,275 (+16.3%)
$699,484 + $200,516
$900,000
2013
$9,692 (+9.5%)
$699,484 + $200,516
$900,000
2012
$8,853
$594,561 + $170,439
$765,000
2011
$8,861 (−14.1%)
$544,042 + $155,958
$700,000
2010
$10,320 (−1.2%)
$544,042 + $155,958
$700,000
2009
$10,445 (−10.8%)
$661,399 + $189,601
$851,000
2008
$11,709
$676,943 + $194,057
$871,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
3,682
Year built
2024
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2480400288
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jul 24, 2024 • Final
Building/residential/r/new single family-duplex
Construct a two-story single-family home with an attached garage and porch. Install fire sprinklers and a solar photovoltaic system. The building must comply with ember-resistant construction standards for high fire hazard zones.
Addition
Electrical
Fire sprinkler
New construction
Solar
Jun 27, 2024 • Final
Building/grading/gl/grading lafayette
Perform grading and drainage work for a new two-story single-family home.
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 5
# of Bathrooms Full: 5
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Solid Surface, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Updated Baths, Double Sinks
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Sink
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Main Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface,Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Electric Range/Cooktop,Garbage Disposal,Island,Microwave,Pantry,Refrigerator
Rooms Total: 12
Fireplace Features: Electric, Family Room
Exterior
Building Information
New Construction
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding, Frame
Building Area Total: 3,725
Builder Name: Thomas James
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 3725
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 2024
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 21780
Lot Size Area: 0.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.5
Lot Features: Regular, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other Solar
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned
Cooling: Zoned
Location
School Information
High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,682
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2024
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2480400288
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
M. H. Stanley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
Acalanes High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.5 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$3.99M – $4.82M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.