THIS PROPERTY IS SOLD. BEING RESUBMITTED PER MLS. Quintessential Japanese Modern 1+Acre gated estate on private & picturesque lane. Premium Happy Valley location offering serenity & tranquility. 1st time on market in over 60 years, original family owners. Spectacular botanical gardens, large level acreage. Stunning architecture w grand sized entry room, hi vaulted ceilings, black walnut paneling, built-ins, decorative wood screens, skylights, wide plank hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces. Dramatic, natural sun filled living and formal dining rooms with walls of glass, iconic Japanese screens. Kitchen + family/eating area open to garden side deck. Adjoining laundry room w pass thru. Grt 4 entertaining. Spacious lanai has walls of glass on 3 sides open to patio, pool & Japanese teahouse. Large family room w 2 bedroom suites, 1 with an auxiliary kitchen, an ideal au-pair or in-law set up on lower level. Primary suite + 2 bedrooms, cozy den on main level.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
1.2 acresLot Size
$727Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ashley Battersby•DRE #01407784• Village Associates Real Estate
Listed by Patricia Battersby•DRE #854469• Village Associates Real Estate
Bought with Patricia Battersby•DRE #854469• Village Associates Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40958377
Sep 15, 2021
Sold
$2,500,000
$531/sq ft
Jul 28, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jul 12, 2021
Listed
$3,295,000
$700/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,180 (+2.4%)
$1,623,648 + $1,122,432
$2,746,080
2024
$30,442 (+1.7%)
$1,591,812 + $1,081,208
$2,673,020
2023
$29,929 (+1.5%)
$1,560,600 + $1,040,400
$2,601,000
2022
$29,476 (+459.2%)
$1,530,000 + $1,020,000
$2,550,000
2021
$5,271 (+2.6%)
$1,500,000 + $1,000,000
$2,500,000
2020
$5,135 (+6.9%)
$72,117 + $230,687
$302,804
2019
$4,804 (+3.5%)
$71,378 + $228,322
$299,700
2018
$4,640 (+1.7%)
$69,979 + $223,846
$293,825
2017
$4,561 (+2.5%)
$67,262 + $215,154
$282,416
2016
$4,449 (+2.9%)
$67,262 + $215,154
$282,416
2015
$4,322 (+1.5%)
$65,944 + $210,936
$276,880
2014
$4,257 (+1.7%)
$63,682 + $203,699
$267,381
2013
$4,186 (+3.2%)
$63,682 + $203,699
$267,381
2012
$4,055 (+2.0%)
$63,395 + $202,779
$266,174
2011
$3,976 (+6.2%)
$62,152 + $198,803
$260,955
2010
$3,744 (+3.0%)
$60,934 + $194,905
$255,839
2009
$3,636 (+1.6%)
$60,479 + $193,449
$253,928
2008
$3,577
$60,623 + $193,909
$254,532
Tax history for 7 Cricket Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$31,180 (+2.4%)
$1,623,648 + $1,122,432
$2,746,080
2024
$30,442 (+1.7%)
$1,591,812 + $1,081,208
$2,673,020
2023
$29,929 (+1.5%)
$1,560,600 + $1,040,400
$2,601,000
2022
$29,476 (+459.2%)
$1,530,000 + $1,020,000
$2,550,000
2021
$5,271 (+2.6%)
$1,500,000 + $1,000,000
$2,500,000
2020
$5,135 (+6.9%)
$72,117 + $230,687
$302,804
2019
$4,804 (+3.5%)
$71,378 + $228,322
$299,700
2018
$4,640 (+1.7%)
$69,979 + $223,846
$293,825
2017
$4,561 (+2.5%)
$67,262 + $215,154
$282,416
2016
$4,449 (+2.9%)
$67,262 + $215,154
$282,416
2015
$4,322 (+1.5%)
$65,944 + $210,936
$276,880
2014
$4,257 (+1.7%)
$63,682 + $203,699
$267,381
2013
$4,186 (+3.2%)
$63,682 + $203,699
$267,381
2012
$4,055 (+2.0%)
$63,395 + $202,779
$266,174
2011
$3,976 (+6.2%)
$62,152 + $198,803
$260,955
2010
$3,744 (+3.0%)
$60,934 + $194,905
$255,839
2009
$3,636 (+1.6%)
$60,479 + $193,449
$253,928
2008
$3,577
$60,623 + $193,909
$254,532
*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
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.2 Acres
Year renovated
1961
Sq. Ft.
4,149
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2470200193
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jan 15, 2025 • Active
Building/residential/r/adu-2nd unit
Construct a new detached accessory dwelling unit.
ADU
Jan 6, 2025 • Active
Building/residential/ad/single family addition
Rebuild a storage area at the edge of a carport and add a new half bathroom within the storage area.
Addition
Bathroom
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 Carport
Parking Features: Carport - 2 Or More, Guest
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 5
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Double Sinks, Outside Access
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Closet, Double Sinks
Interior Features
Interior Features: Au Pair, Den, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Utility Room, Breakfast Bar, Tile Counters
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Fireplace Features: Den, Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 4,708
Builder Name: Klemmedson
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered, Enclosed
Exterior Features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Fencing: Front Yard
Roof: Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Outdoor Pool
Has Private Pool
Property Information
Living Area: 4708
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1961
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 52272
Lot Size Area: 1.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.2
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Level, Premium Lot, Secluded, Front Yard, Landscape Front, Private, Landscape Back
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling: Zoned
Location
School Information
High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,149
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1961
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2470200193
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
M. H. Stanley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
8/10
Acalanes High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
10/10
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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
2/10 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
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 11.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$3.25M – $3.94M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2021. This data may not match public records. Learn more.