Price Reduction! 3696 Happy Valley Road is a unique property located in the heart of one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Lafayette. Walking distiance to BART and Happy Valley Elementary. Opportunity exists for an income stream estimated at least $3000/mo via the attached in law or detached guesthouse/office or perfect multigenerational home with private separation of space for all and is nestled behind a private gate. Built in the year 2000 with 5,500 SF of living space, 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths which includes a chefs kitchen, formal dining and living room, in-law quarters, separate guest house and stunning pool on a flat .85 acres. The freestanding 500 sq ft. studio/office with architectural glass, floor to ceiling sliding doors is the perfect work from home space complete with full bath and kitchenette. A three car garage with additional off street parking and perfect location for easy access to Highways 24 and 680. Award winning schools for all 3 levels.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
0.85 acresLot Size
$715Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Ann Sharf•DRE #01156966• Village Associates Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40914250
Dec 31, 2020
Sold
$2,400,000
$436/sq ft
Dec 7, 2020
Pending
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Nov 30, 2020
Price Changed
$2,495,000
$454/sq ft
Sep 11, 2020
Price Changed
$2,695,000
$490/sq ft
Jul 28, 2020
Listed
$2,795,000
$508/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 6, 2005
Sold
$2,210,000
$402/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40104679
Nov 7, 2005
Listing Removed
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Aug 25, 2005
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40085832
Jul 13, 2005
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40081663
Jun 9, 2005
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40080448
May 20, 2005
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40079120
May 16, 2005
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40047470
Apr 14, 2005
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40024054
Oct 14, 2004
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11152388
Sep 18, 2002
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11138463
Jul 31, 2002
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11125213
Mar 18, 2002
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11075788
Jul 23, 2001
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #11072499
May 20, 2001
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Dec 30, 1997
Sold
$450,000
$82/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #10240694
Dec 31, 1997
Listing Removed
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Nov 12, 1997
Sold
$450,000
$82/sq ft
Jul 7, 1997
Listed
$495,000
$90/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #27240694
Dec 30, 1997
Sold
$450,000
$82/sq ft
Nov 12, 1997
Listing Removed
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Jul 7, 1997
Listed
$495,000
$90/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1980
Sold
$140,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,119 (+2.0%)
$1,656,120 + $1,043,671
$2,699,791
2024
$30,500 (+1.8%)
$1,623,648 + $993,188
$2,616,836
2023
$29,972 (+3.7%)
$1,591,812 + $955,087
$2,546,899
2022
$28,905 (+3.0%)
$1,560,600 + $936,360
$2,496,960
2021
$28,070 (−13.6%)
$1,530,000 + $918,000
$2,448,000
2020
$32,495 (+1.9%)
$1,500,000 + $900,000
$2,400,000
2019
$31,888 (+3.7%)
$1,374,520 + $1,387,016
$2,761,536
2018
$30,760 (+1.7%)
$1,347,569 + $1,359,820
$2,707,389
2017
$30,233 (+1.8%)
$1,295,243 + $1,307,017
$2,602,260
2016
$29,709 (+2.7%)
$1,295,243 + $1,307,017
$2,602,260
2015
$28,915 (+0.8%)
$1,269,847 + $1,281,390
$2,551,237
2014
$28,699 (+15.4%)
$1,226,273 + $1,237,420
$2,463,693
2013
$24,871 (+7.6%)
$1,226,273 + $1,237,420
$2,463,693
2012
$23,109 (+19.2%)
$1,061,674 + $1,071,326
$2,133,000
2011
$19,386 (−27.7%)
$994,231 + $1,003,269
$1,997,500
2010
$26,796
$821,267 + $828,733
$1,650,000
2009
$26,806 (+1.8%)
$1,164,561 + $1,175,148
$2,339,709
2008
$26,341
$1,167,328 + $1,177,940
$2,345,268
Tax history for 3696 Happy Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,119 (+2.0%)
$1,656,120 + $1,043,671
$2,699,791
2024
$30,500 (+1.8%)
$1,623,648 + $993,188
$2,616,836
2023
$29,972 (+3.7%)
$1,591,812 + $955,087
$2,546,899
2022
$28,905 (+3.0%)
$1,560,600 + $936,360
$2,496,960
2021
$28,070 (−13.6%)
$1,530,000 + $918,000
$2,448,000
2020
$32,495 (+1.9%)
$1,500,000 + $900,000
$2,400,000
2019
$31,888 (+3.7%)
$1,374,520 + $1,387,016
$2,761,536
2018
$30,760 (+1.7%)
$1,347,569 + $1,359,820
$2,707,389
2017
$30,233 (+1.8%)
$1,295,243 + $1,307,017
$2,602,260
2016
$29,709 (+2.7%)
$1,295,243 + $1,307,017
$2,602,260
2015
$28,915 (+0.8%)
$1,269,847 + $1,281,390
$2,551,237
2014
$28,699 (+15.4%)
$1,226,273 + $1,237,420
$2,463,693
2013
$24,871 (+7.6%)
$1,226,273 + $1,237,420
$2,463,693
2012
$23,109 (+19.2%)
$1,061,674 + $1,071,326
$2,133,000
2011
$19,386 (−27.7%)
$994,231 + $1,003,269
$1,997,500
2010
$26,796
$821,267 + $828,733
$1,650,000
2009
$26,806 (+1.8%)
$1,164,561 + $1,175,148
$2,339,709
2008
$26,341
$1,167,328 + $1,177,940
$2,345,268
*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
6
Baths
6.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
37,026
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
5,500
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2450500018
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Pool
Last updated by owner on Apr 19, 2022.
Jul 9, 2025 • Final
Building/residential/ad/single family addition
Construct a building addition at the lower level by incorporating and roofing an existing atrium. Remodel the lower level by removing a kitchen and remodeling a bathroom. Install new skylights and replace windows according to the plans.
Addition
Remodel
Dec 12, 2022 • Final
Residential mechanical-electrical-plumbing combo
Replace gas furnaces and gas water heaters with high-efficiency electric heat pumps. Install a heat pump on a concrete equipment pad and connect it to a hot water tank and buffer tank. Connect existing ductwork and potable water pipes to the new system.
HVAC
Plumbing
Water heater
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, Guest, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 7
# of Bathrooms Full: 6
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Bidet, Sauna, Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Sunken Tub, Tile, Tub with Jets, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Bidet, Solid Surface, Sunken Tub, Tub with Jets, Updated Baths
Interior Features
Interior Features: Atrium, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Storage, Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Sound System
Appliances: Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Main Entry
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not show owner updates. Learn more.