Tucked behind a gate in the heart of Happy Valley, this timeless home features stunning living spaces surrounded by manicured gardens. With Carmel charm, a tree-lined path leads to the light-filled entry hall and spacious living room. The single-story floorplan with wonderful indoor/outdoor living flows features an updated kitchen designed for serious chefs as well as casual dining and is adjacent to the family room. The park-like yard is a gardener’s dream, with spaces for entertaining as well as everyday enjoyment. Wander along the sparkling pool past the bright pink Azaleas to two turf lawns, mature landscaping, inviting brick patios, and gated garden with raised beds. This rare, gated enclave with 5 homes offers a prestigious setting perfectly paired with a magical neighborhood feel. The ideal location is within steps of Happy Valley Elementary, downtown shops and restaurants, BART, Hwy. 24/680, top-rated schools, Oakwood Athletic Club & the Lafayette Reservoir and Rim Trail.
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
0.78 acresLot Size
$1,025Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Dana Green•DRE #01482454• Compass
Bought with Meredith Peterson•DRE #01310587• Compass
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40990129
May 9, 2022
Sold
$4,305,000
$1,114/sq ft
Apr 29, 2022
Pending
—
Apr 22, 2022
Listed
$3,995,000
$1,033/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$43,954 (+1.1%)
$3,200,000 + $650,000
$3,850,000
2024
$43,494 (−13.1%)
$3,000,000 + $850,000
$3,850,000
2023
$50,043 (+175.6%)
$2,800,000 + $1,000,000
$3,800,000
2022
$18,159 (+3.0%)
$3,371,100 + $1,020,000
$4,391,100
2021
$17,634 (−0.3%)
$811,585 + $664,340
$1,475,925
2020
$17,685 (+2.7%)
$795,672 + $651,314
$1,446,986
2019
$17,226 (+3.7%)
$787,514 + $644,636
$1,432,150
2018
$16,620 (+1.7%)
$772,073 + $631,997
$1,404,070
2017
$16,335 (+1.9%)
$742,094 + $607,456
$1,349,550
2016
$16,033 (+2.8%)
$742,094 + $607,456
$1,349,550
2015
$15,600 (+0.9%)
$727,544 + $595,546
$1,323,090
2014
$15,465 (+1.2%)
$702,579 + $575,111
$1,277,690
2013
$15,288 (+3.1%)
$702,579 + $575,111
$1,277,690
2012
$14,830 (+49.4%)
$699,404 + $572,512
$1,271,916
2011
$9,924 (+2.8%)
$685,691 + $561,287
$1,246,978
2010
$9,656 (+0.8%)
$246,384 + $550,282
$796,666
2009
$9,579 (+1.7%)
$244,543 + $546,170
$790,713
2008
$9,416
$245,124 + $547,468
$792,592
Tax history for 3840 Happy Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$43,954 (+1.1%)
$3,200,000 + $650,000
$3,850,000
2024
$43,494 (−13.1%)
$3,000,000 + $850,000
$3,850,000
2023
$50,043 (+175.6%)
$2,800,000 + $1,000,000
$3,800,000
2022
$18,159 (+3.0%)
$3,371,100 + $1,020,000
$4,391,100
2021
$17,634 (−0.3%)
$811,585 + $664,340
$1,475,925
2020
$17,685 (+2.7%)
$795,672 + $651,314
$1,446,986
2019
$17,226 (+3.7%)
$787,514 + $644,636
$1,432,150
2018
$16,620 (+1.7%)
$772,073 + $631,997
$1,404,070
2017
$16,335 (+1.9%)
$742,094 + $607,456
$1,349,550
2016
$16,033 (+2.8%)
$742,094 + $607,456
$1,349,550
2015
$15,600 (+0.9%)
$727,544 + $595,546
$1,323,090
2014
$15,465 (+1.2%)
$702,579 + $575,111
$1,277,690
2013
$15,288 (+3.1%)
$702,579 + $575,111
$1,277,690
2012
$14,830 (+49.4%)
$699,404 + $572,512
$1,271,916
2011
$9,924 (+2.8%)
$685,691 + $561,287
$1,246,978
2010
$9,656 (+0.8%)
$246,384 + $550,282
$796,666
2009
$9,579 (+1.7%)
$244,543 + $546,170
$790,713
2008
$9,416
$245,124 + $547,468
$792,592
*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
3
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.78 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
3,866
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2461000263
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Apr 29, 2020 • Final
Building - residential electrical
Replace and relocate the main electrical service panel to meet current gas meter clearance requirements. Install a new main electrical service with distribution to address overheating issues.
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Nov 26, 2019 • Final
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Int Access From Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Window
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2022. This data may not match public records. Learn more.