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Off Market May 2019 for $2.2M

$2,966,037

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $13,346/mo

•

2,754

sq ft

3966 Cowan Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549

About this home

Nestled on a private drive in a desirable pocket of Happy Valley, this picture-perfect charmer incorporates traditional finishes and expansive living spaces. To top it off, valley views, privacy, and level land combine to create a welcoming space for year-round entertainment, play and enjoyment. This home’s desirable location is close to award-winning Happy Valley Elementary and minutes from other top-rated public and private schools, the Lafayette Reservoir, Oakwood Athletic Club, bustling downtown shops, and Michelin-rated restaurants. To top it off, the comfortable 20-mile commute to San Francisco is easily accessed through nearby Hwy. 24 and BART!

Single-familyProperty Type

1960Year Built

0.7 acresLot Size

$1,077Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Dana Green •DRE #01482454 • Compass

Bought with Dana Green •DRE #01482454 • Compass

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•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40861210

Redfin Estimate

$2,966,037

$671K since sold in May 2019$129K since August

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This home's estimate is 5% lower than the average sale price ($3.12M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$2,000,000
A
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SOLD JUN 2, 2026
$3,950,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,311 sq ft
3853 Palo Alto Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$2,450,000
C
4 beds2 baths2,686 sq ft
3958 Los Arabis Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$4,800,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths4,033 sq ft
3954 S Peardale Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$2,800,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths3,169 sq ft
1038 Pine Ln, Lafayette, CA 94549
SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$2,725,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,218 sq ft
3926 S Peardale Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549

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Market trends in 94549, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.0%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$2.0M

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

3 days MoM

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102

6 MoM

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Sale history for 3966 Cowan Rd

Date

Event

Price

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40861210

May 21, 2019

Sold

$2,295,000

$833/sq ft

Apr 24, 2019

Pending

—

Apr 15, 2019

Listed

$2,295,000

$833/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40673119

Oct 10, 2014

Sold

$1,795,000

$652/sq ft

Sep 19, 2014

Pending

—

Sep 8, 2014

Listed

$1,795,000

$652/sq ft

+25

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40412599

Jun 30, 2009

Sold

$1,650,000

$599/sq ft

Jun 19, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Jun 1, 2009

Listed

$1,795,000

$652/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 12, 1985

Sold

$245,000

$89/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 10, 1983

Sold

$229,000

$83/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$29,955 (+1.7%)

$1,757,944 + $853,369

$2,611,313

2024

$29,451 (+1.7%)

$1,723,475 + $836,637

$2,560,112

2023

$28,954 (+1.5%)

$1,689,682 + $820,233

$2,509,915

2022

$28,515 (+3.0%)

$1,656,551 + $804,150

$2,460,701

2021

$27,691 (−0.5%)

$1,624,070 + $788,383

$2,412,453

2020

$27,834 (+19.8%)

$1,592,226 + $772,925

$2,365,151

2019

$23,233 (+3.7%)

$1,575,900 + $765,000

$2,340,900

2018

$22,414 (+1.7%)

$1,131,259 + $802,655

$1,933,914

2017

$22,031 (+1.8%)

$1,087,332 + $771,488

$1,858,820

2016

$21,639 (+2.8%)

$1,087,332 + $771,488

$1,858,820

2015

$21,059 (+29.5%)

$1,066,012 + $756,361

$1,822,373

2014

$16,267 (+5.7%)

$940,910 + $409,090

$1,350,000

2013

$15,388 (+1.2%)

$940,910 + $409,090

$1,350,000

2012

$15,202 (−13.9%)

$892,818 + $388,182

$1,281,000

2011

$17,660 (−7.1%)

$892,818 + $388,182

$1,281,000

2010

$19,017 (+181.0%)

$1,045,454 + $454,546

$1,500,000

2009

$6,767 (+1.7%)

$1,143,379 + $497,121

$1,640,500

2008

$6,653

$209,149 + $328,825

$537,974

Tax history for 3966 Cowan Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$29,955 (+1.7%)

$1,757,944 + $853,369

$2,611,313

2024

$29,451 (+1.7%)

$1,723,475 + $836,637

$2,560,112

2023

$28,954 (+1.5%)

$1,689,682 + $820,233

$2,509,915

2022

$28,515 (+3.0%)

$1,656,551 + $804,150

$2,460,701

2021

$27,691 (−0.5%)

$1,624,070 + $788,383

$2,412,453

2020

$27,834 (+19.8%)

$1,592,226 + $772,925

$2,365,151

2019

$23,233 (+3.7%)

$1,575,900 + $765,000

$2,340,900

2018

$22,414 (+1.7%)

$1,131,259 + $802,655

$1,933,914

2017

$22,031 (+1.8%)

$1,087,332 + $771,488

$1,858,820

2016

$21,639 (+2.8%)

$1,087,332 + $771,488

$1,858,820

2015

$21,059 (+29.5%)

$1,066,012 + $756,361

$1,822,373

2014

$16,267 (+5.7%)

$940,910 + $409,090

$1,350,000

2013

$15,388 (+1.2%)

$940,910 + $409,090

$1,350,000

2012

$15,202 (−13.9%)

$892,818 + $388,182

$1,281,000

2011

$17,660 (−7.1%)

$892,818 + $388,182

$1,281,000

2010

$19,017 (+181.0%)

$1,045,454 + $454,546

$1,500,000

2009

$6,767 (+1.7%)

$1,143,379 + $497,121

$1,640,500

2008

$6,653

$209,149 + $328,825

$537,974

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.7 Acres

Year renovated

1995

Sq. Ft.

2,754

Year built

1960

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Contra Costa County

APN

2461600138

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

Sep 18, 2018 • Final

Building/residential/mir/miscellaneous residential

Install a concrete retaining wall and grade beam supported by concrete piers and wide flange beams. The installation includes a tieback system.

Grading

Jul 18, 2017 • Final

Building - residential mechanical

Remove and replace the existing air conditioning unit with a new unit. Install new ductwork and electrical circuitry.

HVAC

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
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Sunken Tub, Updated Baths

Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Upper Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Fireplaces Total: 2
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet

Room Information
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Nook,Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Island,Microwave,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 11
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Stone
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 2,754

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Living Area: 2754
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1960

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 30492
Lot Size Area: 0.7
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.7
Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Regular

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned
Cooling: Zoned

Location

School Information
High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,754
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2461600138

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 • 2.2mi

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

0.93% 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

$2.82M – $3.41M

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Home values near 3966 Cowan Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3959 Cowan Rd, Lafayette, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1680 Sq. Ft.	$1,847,789
3960 Cowan Rd, Lafayette, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2218 Sq. Ft.	$2,291,128

Address	Redfin Estimate
3980 Cowan Rd, Lafayette, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2292 Sq. Ft.	$2,209,131
3979 Cowan Rd, Lafayette, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1519 Sq. Ft.	$1,673,531

Address	Redfin Estimate
3969 Cowan Rd, Lafayette, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1663 Sq. Ft.	$1,795,719
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