Don't miss this amazing Happy Valley opportunity! Tucked on a private lane above the main street, this welcoming single-story home showcases many recent updates and classic ranch-style charm in one of Lafayette’s most sought-after neighborhoods, Happy Valley. The traditional floor plan is complete with expansive living and dining areas, eat-in kitchen/family great room that opens up to the sun-drenched yard through a sliding door, enabling year-round indoor/outdoor entertaining. The primary suite include custom closets as and updated en suite bath. Additional outdoor features include a gated front yard, spacious back deck, stone patio, level lawn, and the potential to terrace up to create additional usable space. Located minutes from Hwy. 24, BART, and downtown Lafayette this home offers the perfect mix of privacy and accessibility! It’s ideally situated close to Happy Valley Elementary, hiking trails, Oakwood Athletic Center, and the Lafayette Reservoir.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.77 acresLot Size
$926Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Dana Green•DRE #01482454• Compass
Bought with Alton James Schmitt•DRE #00924672• Village Associates Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40997949
Aug 22, 2022
Sold
$2,150,000
$903/sq ft
Jul 26, 2022
Pending
—
Jul 6, 2022
Price Changed
$2,295,000
$963/sq ft
Jun 16, 2022
Listed
$2,450,000
$1,029/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40908820
Jul 13, 2020
Sold
$1,900,000
$798/sq ft
Jun 22, 2020
Pending
—
Jun 17, 2020
Listed
$1,825,000
$766/sq ft
+21
Perfectly tucked off the street on a private lane in one of Lafayette’s most desired neighborhoods, Happy Valley, this welcoming single-story showcases many recent modern updates and classic ranch-style charm. The traditional floor plan is complete with an expansive living room, spacious dining room ideal for casual weeknight meals or hosting a crowd, eat-in kitchen/family great room that connects to the backyard, and large master suite with amazing closet space and en suite bath. Located on a corner lot, the sun-drenched exterior is perfect for year-round entertaining, dining and play. Outdoor features include a gated front yard, large refinished deck, paver patio with pergola, level lawn, stone sitting area, and the potential to terrace up to create additional usable space for a bocce court, sports court, fire pit, or outdoor pavilion – you decide!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40718630
Nov 18, 2015
Sold
$1,465,000
$615/sq ft
Oct 20, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2015
Listed
$1,395,000
$586/sq ft
Inviting traditional with easy access to commute routes & downtown Lafayette. This recently enhanced single-story boasts classic design & an ideal floor plan. Kitchen/Family room combo opens to deck and surrounding yard. Perfect for indoor/outdoor living. Close to top rated schools. Don't miss!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,446 (+1.7%)
$1,804,053 + $477,543
$2,281,596
2024
$26,001 (+1.7%)
$1,768,680 + $468,180
$2,236,860
2023
$25,559 (+9.7%)
$1,734,000 + $459,000
$2,193,000
2022
$23,307 (+3.0%)
$1,700,000 + $450,000
$2,150,000
2021
$22,635 (+16.7%)
$1,530,000 + $408,000
$1,938,000
2020
$19,388 (+2.5%)
$1,500,000 + $400,000
$1,900,000
2019
$18,912 (+3.7%)
$1,131,141 + $454,621
$1,585,762
2018
$18,245 (+1.7%)
$1,108,962 + $445,707
$1,554,669
2017
$17,932 (+1.9%)
$1,065,900 + $428,400
$1,494,300
2016
$17,604 (+478.3%)
$1,065,900 + $428,400
$1,494,300
2015
$3,044 (+1.6%)
$1,045,000 + $420,000
$1,465,000
2014
$2,997 (+1.9%)
$62,728 + $140,577
$203,305
2013
$2,943 (+3.5%)
$62,728 + $140,577
$203,305
2012
$2,844 (+2.1%)
$62,445 + $139,942
$202,387
2011
$2,784 (+1.6%)
$61,221 + $137,199
$198,420
2010
$2,741 (+3.8%)
$60,021 + $134,509
$194,530
2009
$2,640 (+1.4%)
$59,573 + $133,504
$193,077
2008
$2,602
$59,715 + $133,822
$193,537
Tax history for 1135 Upper Happy Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,446 (+1.7%)
$1,804,053 + $477,543
$2,281,596
2024
$26,001 (+1.7%)
$1,768,680 + $468,180
$2,236,860
2023
$25,559 (+9.7%)
$1,734,000 + $459,000
$2,193,000
2022
$23,307 (+3.0%)
$1,700,000 + $450,000
$2,150,000
2021
$22,635 (+16.7%)
$1,530,000 + $408,000
$1,938,000
2020
$19,388 (+2.5%)
$1,500,000 + $400,000
$1,900,000
2019
$18,912 (+3.7%)
$1,131,141 + $454,621
$1,585,762
2018
$18,245 (+1.7%)
$1,108,962 + $445,707
$1,554,669
2017
$17,932 (+1.9%)
$1,065,900 + $428,400
$1,494,300
2016
$17,604 (+478.3%)
$1,065,900 + $428,400
$1,494,300
2015
$3,044 (+1.6%)
$1,045,000 + $420,000
$1,465,000
2014
$2,997 (+1.9%)
$62,728 + $140,577
$203,305
2013
$2,943 (+3.5%)
$62,728 + $140,577
$203,305
2012
$2,844 (+2.1%)
$62,445 + $139,942
$202,387
2011
$2,784 (+1.6%)
$61,221 + $137,199
$198,420
2010
$2,741 (+3.8%)
$60,021 + $134,509
$194,530
2009
$2,640 (+1.4%)
$59,573 + $133,504
$193,077
2008
$2,602
$59,715 + $133,822
$193,537
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.77 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
2,382
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2470600293
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Apr 1, 2025 • Active
Building/residential/ad/single family addition
Construct a new addition to create a play room. Build a new deck with a covered patio and a barbecue area. Perform an interior remodel of the kitchen and living rooms, and expand the laundry room.
Addition
Remodel
Mar 27, 2025 • Final
Building - residential electrical
Install two inverters and a new load center for an existing solar system on a residential building. The inverters will be located next to the service panel on the southwest side of the house.
Electrical
Solar
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: 3
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Outside Access, Window
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2022. This data may not match public records. Learn more.