Open Sat & Sun 1-4! Welcome to your private and serene retreat in the coveted Happy Valley Glen neighborhood. This inviting single-story home offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in the main house, complemented by a 300± sq ft detached bonus/flex room with its own full bath and laundry, perfect for guests, an office, or an au pair suite. The expansive living room features a wood-burning fireplace, built-ins and large windows and doors that open to the backyard, creating a seamless connection to the outdoors. The dining area is bathed in natural light and seamlessly connects to the kitchen. The kitchen includes a cheerful breakfast nook, ample storage, and charming views of the lush yard. A cozy family room with a built-in wet bar offers the perfect spot to unwind or entertain. The spacious primary suite opens to a private garden and includes a well-appointed ensuite with dual sinks and a shower. An additional ensuite bedroom also opens to the yard, while two more bedrooms share a hall bath.The beautifully landscaped grounds are a true outdoor sanctuary, featuring a pool, sports court, shuffleboard, fruit trees, multiple entertaining venues and lush mature gardens. Ideally located minutes to top-rated schools, BART, Hwy 24, hiking trails and downtown Lafayette.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41093961
May 16, 2025
Sold
$2,550,000
$1,008/sq ft
Apr 30, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 18, 2025
Listed
$2,495,000
$987/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1972
Sold
$85,000
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,164 (+2.2%)
$2,040,000 + $561,000
$2,601,000
2024
$3,095 (+2.2%)
$102,939 + $117,646
$220,585
2023
$3,029 (+1.4%)
$100,921 + $115,340
$216,261
2022
$2,986 (+3.3%)
$98,943 + $113,079
$212,022
2021
$2,891 (+1.5%)
$97,003 + $110,862
$207,865
2020
$2,847 (+0.8%)
$95,101 + $108,689
$203,790
2019
$2,824 (+4.0%)
$94,126 + $107,575
$201,701
2018
$2,715 (+2.8%)
$92,281 + $105,466
$197,747
2017
$2,642 (+2.9%)
$88,699 + $101,372
$190,071
2016
$2,568 (+3.5%)
$88,699 + $101,372
$190,071
2015
$2,482 (+1.8%)
$86,960 + $99,385
$186,345
2014
$2,437 (+2.2%)
$83,977 + $95,976
$179,953
2013
$2,385 (+4.0%)
$83,977 + $95,976
$179,953
2012
$2,293 (+2.5%)
$83,598 + $95,543
$179,141
2011
$2,237 (+1.9%)
$81,959 + $93,670
$175,629
2010
$2,196 (−19.2%)
$80,352 + $91,834
$172,186
2009
$2,717 (+1.6%)
$79,752 + $91,148
$170,900
2008
$2,674
$79,942 + $91,365
$171,307
Tax history for 1226 Monticello Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,164 (+2.2%)
$2,040,000 + $561,000
$2,601,000
2024
$3,095 (+2.2%)
$102,939 + $117,646
$220,585
2023
$3,029 (+1.4%)
$100,921 + $115,340
$216,261
2022
$2,986 (+3.3%)
$98,943 + $113,079
$212,022
2021
$2,891 (+1.5%)
$97,003 + $110,862
$207,865
2020
$2,847 (+0.8%)
$95,101 + $108,689
$203,790
2019
$2,824 (+4.0%)
$94,126 + $107,575
$201,701
2018
$2,715 (+2.8%)
$92,281 + $105,466
$197,747
2017
$2,642 (+2.9%)
$88,699 + $101,372
$190,071
2016
$2,568 (+3.5%)
$88,699 + $101,372
$190,071
2015
$2,482 (+1.8%)
$86,960 + $99,385
$186,345
2014
$2,437 (+2.2%)
$83,977 + $95,976
$179,953
2013
$2,385 (+4.0%)
$83,977 + $95,976
$179,953
2012
$2,293 (+2.5%)
$83,598 + $95,543
$179,141
2011
$2,237 (+1.9%)
$81,959 + $93,670
$175,629
2010
$2,196 (−19.2%)
$80,352 + $91,834
$172,186
2009
$2,717 (+1.6%)
$79,752 + $91,148
$170,900
2008
$2,674
$79,942 + $91,365
$171,307
*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
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.44 Acres
Year renovated
1953
Sq. Ft.
2,529
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2451000075
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Oct 29, 2025 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Perform an interior remodel of two bathrooms, a master bedroom, and a laundry room. Modify windows and replace existing siding with matching materials.
Bathroom
Remodel
Jun 25, 2025 • Active
Building - residential electrical
Upgrade the main electrical service panel to a higher amperage.
Electrical
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, Side Yard Access, Guest, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Window
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Double Sinks, Window
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