New Price for this amazing this estate, the family dream home of one of the Bay Area’s most prominent real estate developers. A magnificent 11,000+ SF main house, guest house, caretakers’ home, spectacular pool & tennis court are situated on approx. 3.73 acres, minutes from downtown Lafayette, a 23-mile drive to SF & close to airports. Limestone flooring, vaulted & beamed ceilings, hand-crafted built-ins, moldings, & custom lighting are just a few of the details. Main home includes 4 BDs, 5 full/ 3 half Bths, wine cellar, wine tasting room, elevator, movie theater, den/office, gourmet kitchen and more.The guest house is fully equipped with a kitchen/LR, 1 BD, 1 1/2 baths. The separate caretaker’s cottage has an add'l 2 BDs & 2 BAs. The grounds are a magnificent resort with pool, spa, waterfalls, outdoor kitchens, covered loggia, pergola, gardens, vineyard & tennis court. Every detail was carefully selected, resulting in a property that resembles a palace but lives like a home.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
3.73 acresLot Size
$723Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
7 spacesParking
Listed by M.j. St. Jean•DRE #01440057• Paragon Real Estate Group Inc.
Bought with Glenn Beaubelle•DRE #00678426• Compass
Breathtaking, over 11,000 sqft mansion in Lafayette on 3.73 acres.
The house has everything: resort style outdoors with waterfall, pool, pergola, loggia, outdoor kitchen, wine cellar, tennis court.
Separate guest house and a separate caretaker...
house.
Inside the house you have a large office with waiting room and library, movie theater, gourmet kitchen.
Too much to list, you have to go to see it!
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Hajni Cheek
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for MLS #: 40837821
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40837821
Nov 16, 2018
Sold
$7,800,000
$645/sq ft
Nov 2, 2018
Pending
—
Oct 30, 2018
Price Changed
$8,250,000
$682/sq ft
Sep 10, 2018
Listed
$9,975,000
$825/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$77,813 (+1.7%)
$1,706,742 + $5,461,579
$7,168,321
2024
$76,507 (+1.7%)
$1,673,277 + $5,354,490
$7,027,767
2023
$75,252 (+1.5%)
$1,640,468 + $5,249,500
$6,889,968
2022
$74,116 (+3.0%)
$1,608,302 + $5,146,569
$6,754,871
2021
$71,961 (−1.6%)
$1,576,767 + $5,045,656
$6,622,423
2020
$73,105 (+1.4%)
$1,545,850 + $4,946,722
$6,492,572
2019
$72,085 (+17.8%)
$1,530,000 + $4,896,000
$6,426,000
2018
$61,177 (+1.7%)
$1,500,000 + $4,800,000
$6,300,000
2017
$60,126 (+1.7%)
$825,901 + $4,492,703
$5,318,604
2016
$59,117 (+10.9%)
$825,901 + $4,492,703
$5,318,604
2015
$53,321 (−1.2%)
$809,707 + $4,404,611
$5,214,318
2014
$53,983 (+6.0%)
$737,607 + $4,012,393
$4,750,000
2013
$50,923 (+12.8%)
$737,607 + $4,012,393
$4,750,000
2012
$45,145 (−16.6%)
$698,786 + $3,801,214
$4,500,000
2011
$54,151 (+1.0%)
$624,404 + $3,396,596
$4,021,000
2010
$53,620 (−0.3%)
$748,165 + $4,069,823
$4,817,988
2009
$53,767 (+1.8%)
$742,574 + $4,039,407
$4,781,981
2008
$52,828
$744,339 + $4,049,004
$4,793,343
Tax history for MLS #: 40837821
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$77,813 (+1.7%)
$1,706,742 + $5,461,579
$7,168,321
2024
$76,507 (+1.7%)
$1,673,277 + $5,354,490
$7,027,767
2023
$75,252 (+1.5%)
$1,640,468 + $5,249,500
$6,889,968
2022
$74,116 (+3.0%)
$1,608,302 + $5,146,569
$6,754,871
2021
$71,961 (−1.6%)
$1,576,767 + $5,045,656
$6,622,423
2020
$73,105 (+1.4%)
$1,545,850 + $4,946,722
$6,492,572
2019
$72,085 (+17.8%)
$1,530,000 + $4,896,000
$6,426,000
2018
$61,177 (+1.7%)
$1,500,000 + $4,800,000
$6,300,000
2017
$60,126 (+1.7%)
$825,901 + $4,492,703
$5,318,604
2016
$59,117 (+10.9%)
$825,901 + $4,492,703
$5,318,604
2015
$53,321 (−1.2%)
$809,707 + $4,404,611
$5,214,318
2014
$53,983 (+6.0%)
$737,607 + $4,012,393
$4,750,000
2013
$50,923 (+12.8%)
$737,607 + $4,012,393
$4,750,000
2012
$45,145 (−16.6%)
$698,786 + $3,801,214
$4,500,000
2011
$54,151 (+1.0%)
$624,404 + $3,396,596
$4,021,000
2010
$53,620 (−0.3%)
$748,165 + $4,069,823
$4,817,988
2009
$53,767 (+1.8%)
$742,574 + $4,039,407
$4,781,981
2008
$52,828
$744,339 + $4,049,004
$4,793,343
*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
7
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.18 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
11,054
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
2451700161
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Aug 9, 2024 • Final
Permit submittal
Remove and replace broken or chipped limestone stair nosings and risers on the exterior of the home. All replaced materials will match the existing limestone steps and risers.
Remodel
Nov 2, 2023 • Final
Building/residential/rp/repair
Remove and replace glulam beams affected by dry rot with identical materials. Remove and replace the stucco facing, ensuring the area is properly waterproofed. Install plywood shear panels to the beams and parapet wall using a specific nailing pattern.
Remodel
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
Garage & Parking
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 7
Attached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths: 8
# of Partial Baths: 4
Stall Shower, Tub
Master has Bidet, Master has Sauna, Master has Stall Shower, Master has Tub with Jets, Master has Other Item
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 29
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace in Den, Fireplace in Family Room, Fireplace in Living Room
Hardwood Flooring, Stone Flooring (Marble/Slate/etc.), Wall to Wall Carpeting
Central Vaccum, Garage Door Opener, Intercom, Security Alarm (Owned), Washer, Water Heater (Gas)
Kitchen Features
220 Volt Outlet, Counter (Stone), Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator
Laundry Features
220 Volt Outlet, In Laundry Room
Handicapped Features
Elevator
Additional Rooms
Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Family Room, Guest House, Media, Office
Heating & Cooling
Central A/C (2+ Zones)
Forced Air Heating (2+ Zones)
Exterior
Water & Sewer
Sewer System (Public), Water (Public)
Building Information
Model: Custom
Existing Construction
Stucco Exterior
Slate Roof
Pool Information
Has Pool
In Ground Pool, Pool Cover, Spa
Property Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Other
Parcel #: 245-170-016-1
Lot Information
Premium Lot, Vineyard, Other Lot Type
Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio, Patio (Covered), Side Yard, Sprinklers (Automatic), Sprinklers (Back), Sprinklers (Front), Sprinklers (Side), Other Yard Type
Location
Lower Level Features
Other Feature
Street Level Features
1 Bedroom, 4 Baths, 1 Master Bed Suite, Other, Main Entry
Upper Level Features
3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Other
Location Information
Directions to Property: Happy Valley to Rose Ln
Cross Street: Happy Valley
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 11,054
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.18 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 2451700161
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Other (Call/See Agent)
Listing Information
Commission to Selling Office: 2.5
Possession: COE
Around this home
Schools
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
M. H. Stanley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Acalanes High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° 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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Estimated sale price
$8.30M – $10.05M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2018. This data may not match public records. Learn more.