OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2020 for $4.5M

$4,688,017

•

3,865

sq ft

1223 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549

About this home

Tucked in the hills of Lafayette’s premier neighborhood, this one-of-a-kind Happy Valley estate features a Bob Swatt-designed home that has been showcased in design publications. The 1.79 acre parcel features a vineyard with walking path, tennis/sports court, expansive backyard with a dramatically-situated pool, and jaw-dropping panoramic views. This modern retreat exudes sophistication and architectural elegance while retaining warmth and livability, all while offering incredible privacy. The recently renovated home boasts open living and dining spaces, including: an expansive chef’s kitchen, executive office, modern minimalist details, high ceilings, natural light from amazing walls of glass, high-end finishes, and custom elements throughout. The dramatic exterior features: a resort-style setting with incredible privacy, breathtaking views, pool, fire pit, built-in bar, multiple decks and patios for flexible entertaining and tranquil relaxation, turf lawns, tennis court & vineyard.

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

1.79 acresLot Size

$1,213Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Dana Green •DRE #01482454 • Compass

Bought with Julie Del Santo •DRE #01290985 • Dudum Real Estate Group

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•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40929264

Redfin Estimate

$4,688,017

$188K since sold in November 2020$6,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 64.5% higher than the average sale price ($2.85M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$3,475,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths3,900 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 13, 2026
$3,550,000
B
5 beds4.5 baths5,020 sq ft
1006 Howard Hills Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$2,900,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths3,620 sq ft
41 Kellie Ann Ct, Orinda, CA 94563
SOLD MAR 5, 2026
$2,575,000
D
4 beds4 baths4,180 sq ft
4500 Canyon Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
SOLD JAN 9, 2026
$1,800,000
E
5 beds5 baths4,100 sq ft
1149 Camino Vallecito, Lafayette, CA 94549
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$2,800,000
F
5 beds3.5 baths3,169 sq ft
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Market trends in 94549, CA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$2.0M

$452 MoM

Avg. days on market

18d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

15 MoM

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Sale history for 1223 Upper Happy Valley Rd

Date

Event

Price

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40929264

Nov 13, 2020

Sold

$4,500,000

$1,164/sq ft

Nov 13, 2020

Listed

$4,500,000

$1,164/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40558737

Jun 18, 2012

Sold

$2,835,000

$734/sq ft

May 21, 2012

Pending

—

Jan 23, 2012

Listed

$2,895,000

$749/sq ft

+24

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40458648

Oct 19, 2010

Listing Removed

—

Sep 22, 2010

Price Changed

Mar 31, 2010

Listed

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2018

$36,068 (+1.7%)

$1,324,685 + $1,818,891

$3,143,576

2017

$35,449 (+1.8%)

$1,298,711 + $1,783,227

$3,081,938

2016

$34,838 (+2.7%)

$1,298,711 + $1,783,227

$3,081,938

2015

$33,908 (+1.2%)

$1,273,247 + $1,748,262

$3,021,509

2014

$33,514 (+1.0%)

$1,229,556 + $1,675,271

$2,904,827

2013

$33,169 (+219.3%)

$1,229,556 + $1,675,271

$2,904,827

2012

$10,388 (+1.6%)

$1,224,000 + $1,667,700

$2,891,700

2011

$10,225 (+2.7%)

$480,107 + $360,339

$840,446

2010

$9,955 (+0.8%)

$470,694 + $353,274

$823,968

2009

$9,879 (+1.7%)

$467,177 + $350,634

$817,811

2008

$9,710

$468,287 + $351,467

$819,754

Tax history for 1223 Upper Happy Valley Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2018

$36,068 (+1.7%)

$1,324,685 + $1,818,891

$3,143,576

2017

$35,449 (+1.8%)

$1,298,711 + $1,783,227

$3,081,938

2016

$34,838 (+2.7%)

$1,298,711 + $1,783,227

$3,081,938

2015

$33,908 (+1.2%)

$1,273,247 + $1,748,262

$3,021,509

2014

$33,514 (+1.0%)

$1,229,556 + $1,675,271

$2,904,827

2013

$33,169 (+219.3%)

$1,229,556 + $1,675,271

$2,904,827

2012

$10,388 (+1.6%)

$1,224,000 + $1,667,700

$2,891,700

2011

$10,225 (+2.7%)

$480,107 + $360,339

$840,446

2010

$9,955 (+0.8%)

$470,694 + $353,274

$823,968

2009

$9,879 (+1.7%)

$467,177 + $350,634

$817,811

2008

$9,710

$468,287 + $351,467

$819,754

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.49 Acres

Year renovated

1994

Sq. Ft.

3,865

Year built

1978

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Contra Costa County

APN

2470400215

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jan 20, 2023.

Dec 27, 2022 • Final

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Electrical

Sep 1, 2022 • Final

Building - residential solar photovoltaic

Install a roof-mounted photovoltaic system and upgrade the existing main electrical service panel to 225 amps.

Electrical

Solar

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Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Parking Spaces, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 5
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Updated Baths, Stone
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tub, Updated Baths, Marble, Walk-In Closet, Radiant Heat

Interior Features
Interior Features: Office, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Upper Level Features: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, Laundry Facility
Window Features: Window Coverings
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet

Room Information
Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Eat In Kitchen,Gas Range/Cooktop,Island,Microwave,Oven Built-in,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 11
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Siding - Stucco
Building Area Total: 3,865

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic
Fencing: Fenced

Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground, Pool Cover, Spa
Has Private Pool
Has Spa

Property Information
Living Area: 3865
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1978

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 77929
Lot Size Area: 1.79
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.79
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Level, Premium Lot, Vineyard

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Radiant
Cooling: Zoned

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,865
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2470400215

Home facts updated by county records on Jan 20, 2023

Around this home

Schools

Happy Valley Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

8/10

M. H. Stanley Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi

8/10

Acalanes High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

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

1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 92° 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

14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

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Lafayette, CA • 94549

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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

$4.45M – $5.39M

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Home values near 1223 Upper Happy Valley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1207 Upper Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3586 Sq. Ft.	$3,047,134
1219 Upper Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3247 Sq. Ft.	$2,949,495

Address	Redfin Estimate
1225 Upper Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3713 Sq. Ft.	$2,944,470
1211 Upper Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5000 Sq. Ft.	$4,220,457

Address	Redfin Estimate
1217 Upper Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2385 Sq. Ft.	$2,365,083
1223 Upper Happy Valley Road, Lafayette, CA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 3865 Sq. Ft.	$4,890,011

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