Rustic charm meets refined living in this one-of-a-kind gated estate nestled in Lafayette’s coveted Reliez Valley. Set on 2.45 private acres near Briones Regional Park, this property includes a custom farmhouse, detached guest cottage & versatile auxiliary building, surrounded by serene natural beauty. A lavender-lined drive leads to the 4-bed, 2.5-bath main home featuring wide plank pine floors, cathedral ceilings & walls of windows. Enjoy a formal living room with fireplace, dining room overlooking the pool & a show-stopping modern farmhouse kitchen with custom cabinetry, WOLF range & large island. The detached cottage offers a full kitchen, bath, & open living area—perfect for guests or a private office. A separate building with full bath adds endless possibilities for a studio, gym, or guest quarters. Outdoor living shines with a sparkling pool, custom outdoor kitchen with gaucho grill & kegerator, fire pit, basketball half court, Treehouse with slide & lush gardens beneath majestic oak trees. Bask in nature & harvest fresh honey, berries & flowers. Near Briones trails & minutes from downtown Lafayette, top-rated schools & shops-this rare estate is where rustic elegance & modern comfort meet in perfect harmony. Ease of access to Hwy 24/680 & Walnut Creek.
•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41129767
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This private, 2+ acre estate has secluded and well tended grounds. A very peaceful setting. The main house is fully up to date with new appliances. It has lots of natural light from many windows. High ceilings and warm wood flooring.
Beautiful 2.45-acre Lafayette property near Briones Park with a main farmhouse, guest cottage, and extra building for a gym or office. The 4BD/2.5BA home has a great kitchen, pool, outdoor dining area, firepit, and gardens. Peaceful setting close to...
trails, great schools, and downtown Lafayette.
10 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Baywood, located between Downtown Lafayette and the Lafayette Reservoir, is a residential and hillside Lafayette neighborhood with winding lanes and mature tree cover. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Mt Diablo Boulevard near the Lafayette BART Plaza, where sidewalk patios, independent boutiques, and coffee counters set a steady daytime rhythm. Architectural cues lean toward mid-century ranch homes and updated California contemporaries tucked into sloped lots. Lafayette Park frames the local outdoor routine with ballfields, courts, and shaded paths. The Lafayette Library and Learning Center adds a civic, design-forward anchor for reading rooms and community events. Town Hall Theatre and Sideboard keep the cultural calendar and café scene distinctly local.
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Offer insights
1751 Reliez Valley Rd · $3,950,000
$3.86M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $3.86M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
150 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.8%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Den
Family room
Formal dining room
In-law floorplan / Guest quarters / ADU
Office
Storage / Workshop
Updated kitchen
Updated baths
Double-pane windows with coverings
Fireplace in living room
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the upper level, including a primary bedroom suite
One bedroom at street level (includes ADU / guest suite possibilities)
Bathrooms
Three bathrooms total
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Primary bath with stall shower, tub, double vanity, solid surface counters and marble accents
Updated bathrooms and shower-over-tub configuration
Kitchen
Stone counters
Kitchen island
Eat-in kitchen
Updated kitchen
Gas range / cooktop
Double oven
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Dedicated laundry room
Washer and dryer included
Tankless water heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Zoned heating
Central air
Exterior features
Front porch with steps
Garden and landscaped front and back yards
Back yard, side yard and yard space
Sprinklers (automatic, front and side, rear)
Entry gate
Railed areas
Storage areas / shed(s)
Seasonal stream on the property
Premium lot
Home design
Single-family residence (Residential)
Has an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
Built in 1997
Parking
Storage area (additional outdoor storage shown)
Security
Security gate
Construction
Wood siding construction
Shingle roof
Year built: 1997
Utilities
Public water and well
Public sewer
Other
Private in-ground outdoor pool with pool cover
On approximately 2.45 acres
Electricity and solar
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41129767
Jun 2, 2026
Price Changed
$3,950,000
$1,046/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Listed
$4,290,000
$1,136/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41116556
Feb 22, 2026
Listing Removed
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Nov 3, 2025
Listed
*
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41095175
May 30, 2025
Sold
$4,040,000
$1,070/sq ft
May 16, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2025
Listed
$3,900,000
$1,033/sq ft
+51
This remarkable 2.45-acre Lafayette estate was curated for the nature lover, romantic, chef, entertainer, & adventurer. A custom gate opens to a lavender & hydrangea-lined driveway winding over a seasonal creek, transporting you to a farm-to-table countryside retreat just minutes from downtown. The 1997-built main home exudes classic farmhouse charm with a gabled roof, wraparound porch, cathedral ceilings, walls of windows & wide plank pine floors. The 4BD/2.5BA home has been beautifully updated, including a formal living room with a grand fireplace, dining room with pool views, and a modernized farm kitchen featuring Wolf range, quartzite counters, custom cabinetry & stainless appliances. Step outside to harvest fresh honey, berries, & flowers, or entertain at the outdoor kitchen with wine/beer kegerator, gaucho grill & seating under a majestic 100-year-old oak. Enjoy irrigated gardens, vineyard-inspired espaliered trees, sport court, play structure, treehouse, and firepit by the creek. Adventure continues with direct access to Briones Park. Bonus features: guest cottage with kitchen, living area & laundry, plus an auxiliary building for gym, office, or workshop. Just minutes to top-rated schools, shops, Hwy 24/680 & Walnut Creek.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40857932
Apr 30, 2019
Sold
$2,250,000
$596/sq ft
Apr 3, 2019
Pending
—
Mar 22, 2019
Listed
$2,249,000
$596/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40531003
Dec 14, 2011
Sold
$1,120,000
$297/sq ft
Nov 28, 2011
Pending
—
Sep 22, 2011
Contingent
—
Jun 24, 2011
Listed
$1,245,000
$330/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 30, 1995
Sold
$390,000
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$29,410 (+1.7%)
$2,244,000 + $1,876,800
$4,120,800
2024
$28,915 (+1.7%)
$1,394,398 + $1,115,517
$2,509,915
2023
$28,427 (+1.5%)
$1,367,057 + $1,093,645
$2,460,702
2022
$27,996 (+3.0%)
$1,340,252 + $1,072,201
$2,412,453
2021
$27,187 (−0.5%)
$1,313,973 + $1,051,178
$2,365,151
2020
$27,325 (+70.5%)
$1,288,209 + $1,030,567
$2,318,776
2019
$16,027 (+3.6%)
$1,275,000 + $1,020,000
$2,295,000
2018
$15,464 (+1.7%)
$709,368 + $586,297
$1,295,665
2017
$15,199 (+1.9%)
$681,823 + $563,531
$1,245,354
2016
$14,916 (+2.8%)
$681,823 + $563,531
$1,245,354
2015
$14,512 (+0.9%)
$668,454 + $552,482
$1,220,936
2014
$14,384 (+1.2%)
$645,517 + $533,525
$1,179,042
2013
$14,218 (+5.7%)
$645,517 + $533,525
$1,179,042
2012
$13,457 (+63.1%)
$642,600 + $531,114
$1,173,714
2011
$8,251 (+3.2%)
$630,000 + $490,000
$1,120,000
2010
$7,993 (+1.1%)
$290,454 + $345,783
$636,237
2009
$7,907 (+1.7%)
$288,284 + $343,199
$631,483
2008
$7,775
$288,969 + $344,015
$632,984
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
2.45 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,802
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,802
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
1670700051
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Dec 6, 2017 • Final
Building - residential plumbing
Replace the existing underground gas line with a new line from the existing meter to the cottage.
Gas
Dec 4, 2017 • Final
Building - residential plumbing
Reroute a gas line.
Gas
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
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
5% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 14 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
Lafayette, CA • 94549
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Sun exposure
72/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1751 Reliez Valley Rd
$3,808,861
$141K under list price of $3.95M
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