Located in Montecito Heights on a half-acre lot. Its enchanting charm and attractive features are a perfect setting for both true relaxation and entertaining guests. The skylights and windows throughout naturally illuminate this home. Remodeled by a home builder and developer, Juan Diaz, to highlight its aesthetic view in a pristine location. Completing the elegance of the house is a pool with a breathtaking overlooking view of the city.
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
0.59 acresLot Size
$491Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Mariaelena Diaz•DRE #02034560• Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Paul Krawchuk•DRE #01492751• Sonoma Fine Homes
Source:MLSListings #ML81753884
Redfin Estimate
$1,601,923
$571K since sold in July 2025$44K since July
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This home's estimate is 50.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.06M) of 5 comparable homes.
Located in Montecito Heights on a half-acre lot. Its enchanting charm and attractive features are a perfect setting for both true relaxation and entertaining guests. The skylights and windows throughout naturally illuminate this home. Remodeled by a home builder and developer, Juan Diaz, to highlight its aesthetic view in a pristine location. Completing the elegance of the house is a pool with a breathtaking overlooking view of the city.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,406 (+1.4%)
$643,094 + $964,414
$1,607,508
2024
$18,144 (+3.9%)
$630,485 + $945,504
$1,575,989
2023
$17,469 (+4.3%)
$618,123 + $926,965
$1,545,088
2022
$16,751 (+2.6%)
$606,003 + $908,790
$1,514,793
2021
$16,319 (+0.4%)
$594,121 + $890,971
$1,485,092
2020
$16,260 (+510.4%)
$582,472 + $873,501
$1,455,973
2019
$2,664 (+4.6%)
$367,200 + $550,800
$918,000
2018
$2,547 (+1.9%)
$36,472 + $187,684
$224,156
2017
$2,499 (+4.5%)
$35,056 + $180,397
$215,453
2015
$2,391 (+3.8%)
$34,369 + $176,860
$211,229
2014
$2,303 (+2.7%)
$33,190 + $170,792
$203,982
2013
$2,243 (+1.8%)
$33,190 + $170,792
$203,982
2012
$2,204 (+2.1%)
$33,040 + $170,021
$203,061
2011
$2,158 (+1.6%)
$32,393 + $166,688
$199,081
2010
$2,125 (−0.6%)
$31,758 + $163,420
$195,178
2009
$2,137 (+2.1%)
$31,521 + $162,199
$193,720
2007
$2,093
$30,977 + $159,398
$190,375
Tax history for 1812 Happy Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,406 (+1.4%)
$643,094 + $964,414
$1,607,508
2024
$18,144 (+3.9%)
$630,485 + $945,504
$1,575,989
2023
$17,469 (+4.3%)
$618,123 + $926,965
$1,545,088
2022
$16,751 (+2.6%)
$606,003 + $908,790
$1,514,793
2021
$16,319 (+0.4%)
$594,121 + $890,971
$1,485,092
2020
$16,260 (+510.4%)
$582,472 + $873,501
$1,455,973
2019
$2,664 (+4.6%)
$367,200 + $550,800
$918,000
2018
$2,547 (+1.9%)
$36,472 + $187,684
$224,156
2017
$2,499 (+4.5%)
$35,056 + $180,397
$215,453
2015
$2,391 (+3.8%)
$34,369 + $176,860
$211,229
2014
$2,303 (+2.7%)
$33,190 + $170,792
$203,982
2013
$2,243 (+1.8%)
$33,190 + $170,792
$203,982
2012
$2,204 (+2.1%)
$33,040 + $170,021
$203,061
2011
$2,158 (+1.6%)
$32,393 + $166,688
$199,081
2010
$2,125 (−0.6%)
$31,758 + $163,420
$195,178
2009
$2,137 (+2.1%)
$31,521 + $162,199
$193,720
2007
$2,093
$30,977 + $159,398
$190,375
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R-1-6
Single-Family Residential District - 6,000 sq ft
The R-1 zoning district is applied to areas of the City intended to be maintained as residential neighborhoods comprised of detached and attached single-family houses, clustered Residential hillside projects, and small multi-family projects, together with compatible accessory uses. The maximum allowable density ranges from two to 13 dwellings per acre, with the specific allowable density for each parcel shown on the zoning map by a numerical suffix to the R-1 map symbol see Section 20-22.040. The R-1 zoning district implements and is consistent with the Residential Very Low Density where residential clustered on hillsides is desirable, Low Density or Open Space, Low Density, and Medium Low Density land use classifications of the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Day care facility
Healthcare-Other
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Infrastructure-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Jun 28, 2015 • Final
Residential addition-alteration
Remove the existing roof and install a new single-ply membrane roofing system.
Roofing
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
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 890
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 3
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Exterior
Exterior Information
Construction Type: Wood/Steel
Building Construction Quality: Good
Pool Information
Has Pool
Property Information
Subdivision Name: GRACE ADD 10
Living Sq. Ft: 3,260
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,370
Building Sq. Ft: 3,740
# of Stories: 2
Legal Description: REMAP FROM 011-403-001-000 - 09/13/97
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 480
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 25,500
Legal Lot Number: 16
Acres: 0.5854
Zoning Code: CITYSR
County Use Description: SINGLE FAM DWELLING
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,260
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.59 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Sonoma County
APN: 181310010000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Madrone Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Rincon Valley Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
5/10
Maria Carrillo High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 92° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
21 unhealthy days expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$1.52M – $1.84M
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