Exquisite and Timeless Private Happy Valley Estate - just imagine the possibilities! Tucked at the end of a tree-lined private drive in one of Lafayette’s most coveted neighborhoods, 3957 Happy Valley Road offers the rare combination of total privacy, flat usable land, and timeless charm. Situated on a beautifully landscaped 1.13-acre lot, this single-level home features 4 bedrooms, an office, and 3 full baths across 3,440± sq ft of light-filled living space. High ceilings, hardwood floors, and expansive windows create a seamless connection between indoors and out. The grounds are a true retreat—lush lawns, mature trees, vibrant gardens, and a sparkling pool invite relaxation and entertaining. Brick patios, a tranquil koi pond, and multiple outdoor seating areas provide exceptional indoor-outdoor flow. Set well back from the street down a long beautifully landscaped driveway, this property offers unmatched peace and seclusion while just minutes from downtown, BART, and top-rated schools. A rare opportunity to own one of Happy Valley’s premier estates with endless opportunities! For more information visit: https://www.3957HappyValleyRd.com
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
1.13 acresLot Size
$1,124Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Amy Smith•DRE #01855959• Village Associates Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41095808
May 12, 2025
Sold
$3,610,000
$1,049/sq ft
May 4, 2025
Pending
—
May 1, 2025
Listed
$3,150,000
$916/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,714 (+1.9%)
$2,912,100 + $770,100
$3,682,200
2024
$4,628 (+2.2%)
$93,136 + $148,294
$241,430
2023
$4,529 (+1.6%)
$91,310 + $145,387
$236,697
2022
$4,456 (+2.9%)
$89,520 + $142,537
$232,057
2021
$4,328 (+1.6%)
$87,765 + $139,743
$227,508
2020
$4,261 (+8.2%)
$86,045 + $137,003
$223,048
2019
$3,938 (+3.5%)
$85,163 + $135,599
$220,762
2018
$3,805 (+1.7%)
$83,494 + $132,941
$216,435
2017
$3,741 (+2.7%)
$80,252 + $127,780
$208,032
2016
$3,642 (+3.0%)
$80,252 + $127,780
$208,032
2015
$3,536 (+1.7%)
$78,679 + $125,275
$203,954
2014
$3,476 (+1.9%)
$75,980 + $120,977
$196,957
2013
$3,412 (+3.3%)
$75,980 + $120,977
$196,957
2012
$3,304 (+2.1%)
$75,637 + $120,431
$196,068
2011
$3,235 (+7.6%)
$74,154 + $118,070
$192,224
2010
$3,007 (+3.8%)
$72,700 + $115,755
$188,455
2009
$2,896 (+1.6%)
$72,157 + $114,890
$187,047
2008
$2,850
$72,329 + $115,163
$187,492
Tax history for 3957 Happy Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,714 (+1.9%)
$2,912,100 + $770,100
$3,682,200
2024
$4,628 (+2.2%)
$93,136 + $148,294
$241,430
2023
$4,529 (+1.6%)
$91,310 + $145,387
$236,697
2022
$4,456 (+2.9%)
$89,520 + $142,537
$232,057
2021
$4,328 (+1.6%)
$87,765 + $139,743
$227,508
2020
$4,261 (+8.2%)
$86,045 + $137,003
$223,048
2019
$3,938 (+3.5%)
$85,163 + $135,599
$220,762
2018
$3,805 (+1.7%)
$83,494 + $132,941
$216,435
2017
$3,741 (+2.7%)
$80,252 + $127,780
$208,032
2016
$3,642 (+3.0%)
$80,252 + $127,780
$208,032
2015
$3,536 (+1.7%)
$78,679 + $125,275
$203,954
2014
$3,476 (+1.9%)
$75,980 + $120,977
$196,957
2013
$3,412 (+3.3%)
$75,980 + $120,977
$196,957
2012
$3,304 (+2.1%)
$75,637 + $120,431
$196,068
2011
$3,235 (+7.6%)
$74,154 + $118,070
$192,224
2010
$3,007 (+3.8%)
$72,700 + $115,755
$188,455
2009
$2,896 (+1.6%)
$72,157 + $114,890
$187,047
2008
$2,850
$72,329 + $115,163
$187,492
*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
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.13 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
3,440
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2461600013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jun 21, 2022 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Replace the furnace in a residential building. A HERS report is required at the final inspection.
HVAC
Jun 30, 2015 • Final
Residential mechanical-electrical-plumbing combo
Replace the furnace and install a new air conditioning unit and coil. Install electrical for the new air conditioning unit.
Electrical
HVAC
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Window
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Window
Exterior Features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Storage, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private Entrance, Yard Space
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
Has Private Pool
Property Information
Living Area: 3440
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1949
Lot Information
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 49223
Lot Size Area: 1.13
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.13
Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Front Yard, Private, Flag Lot
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other Solar
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: All Public Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned
Cooling: Central Air
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,440
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.13 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2461600013
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
M. H. Stanley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
8/10
Acalanes High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
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
3/10 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
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
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
$3.67M – $4.45M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not match public records. Learn more.