Welcome to 1196 Monticello Road, a charming ranch-style home nestled in the heart of Lafayette’s loved Happy Valley Glen neighborhood. Cherished by the same family for more than 60 years, this special property offers a rare opportunity to be in one of Lafayette’s most sought-after neighborhoods. The inviting floor plan features four bedrooms and three full baths, with comfortable living spaces designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The gracious living and dining room is anchored by a beautiful fireplace with a marble surround, while doors open directly to an outdoor patio surrounded by mature landscaping, creating an effortless connection between indoors and out. At the center of the home is the welcoming light-filled family room, where soaring ceilings and a fireplace create a wonderful gathering space. Double sliding doors open to an inviting patio framed by a gorgeous Japanese Maple tree and lush landscaping. The kitchen features a sunny breakfast nook, perfect for casual meals, along with an adjacent laundry and mudroom offering everyday convenience. The outdoor spaces are equally special, offering a peaceful and serene setting. The spacious backyard patio provides plenty of room for entertaining with family and friends or simply relaxing beneath the shade of the beautiful tree canopy. Level lawn areas, expansive side yards, and raised planting beds provide endless possibilities for expanding the home or adding a pool. In front, a generous lawn tucked behind a classic white fence offers wonderful space for play, gardening, and enjoying the outdoors, completing this truly special setting. Happy Valley Glen is one of Lafayette’s treasured neighborhoods. Enjoy easy access to top-rated Lafayette schools, vibrant downtown Lafayette with its shops and restaurants, BART and commute routes, the Lafayette Reservoir, scenic hiking and biking trails, and countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. It’s a neighborhood where kids play outside, neighbors connect, and the best of Lafayette living is right at your doorstep. Whether embracing its original character or creating something entirely your own, 1196 Monticello Road is a rare opportunity to create your dream home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$743Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kaaren Brickman•DRE #01932119• Dudum Real Estate Group
Listed by Lauren Woolsey•DRE #01940797• Dudum Real Estate Group
Happy Valley Glen, located between Happy Valley Road and Mt. Diablo Boulevard, is a residential and semi-rural Lafayette neighborhood with winding lanes and oak-studded hillsides. The scene concentrates around the Happy Valley Road corridor near the Lafayette Community Center, where trailheads, playing fields, and a steady rhythm of local activity set the tone. Architecture leans toward ranch homes, custom builds, and tucked-away estates set back behind mature trees. The landscape reads as creek corridors, horse-friendly parcels, and ridgeline views toward the Diablo foothills. Weekends often orbit the Lafayette Reservoir loop and the Briones Regional Park trail network. For local pillars, Town Bakery & Cafe, Diablo Foods, and the Lesher Center for the Arts anchor everyday rituals beyond the hills.
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Market insights
1196 Monticello Rd · $2,100,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 20 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.6%
Most homes are selling 2% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,100,000
Median sale price in this area is $872,589. (58% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% 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
Family room
Breakfast nook
Two fireplaces (family room and living room)
10 total rooms
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms (street level/main entry)
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Primary bathroom with stall shower and tile
Other bathrooms with shower over tub and tile
Kitchen
Breakfast nook
Tile countertops
Eat-in kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range / cooktop
Microwave
Refrigerator
Disposal
Trash compactor
Laundry & utility
Dedicated laundry room
Washer/dryer hookups only
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Wall/window cooling units
Exterior features
Patio
Garden and landscaped grounds
Back yard, front yard and side yard
Automatic sprinklers
Fenced yard
Premium, sloped lot
Possible pool site
Home design
Single family residence
Residential property
Built in 1951
Parking
Converted garage
Construction
Wood siding exterior
Shingle roof
Brick skirting
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,906 (+2.2%)
$66,237 + $103,745
$169,982
2024
$2,843 (+2.4%)
$64,939 + $101,711
$166,650
2023
$2,777 (+1.6%)
$63,666 + $99,717
$163,383
2022
$2,735 (+3.3%)
$62,418 + $97,762
$160,180
2021
$2,647 (+2.2%)
$61,195 + $95,846
$157,041
2020
$2,591 (+13.5%)
$59,996 + $93,967
$153,963
2019
$2,283 (+4.1%)
$59,381 + $93,004
$152,385
2018
$2,194 (+3.0%)
$58,217 + $91,181
$149,398
2017
$2,129
$55,957 + $87,642
$143,599
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1954
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,825
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,825
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2450800129
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jun 23, 2020 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Install a new ductless heat pump.
Heat pump
HVAC
Jan 6, 2020 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Replace the furnace and air conditioning unit with an 80% AFUE and 14 SEER rating.
HVAC
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.
Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 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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Rental earnings
Est. $8,076 per month, based on comparable rentals
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