Welcome to 3546 Happy Valley Road, a peaceful retreat in Santa Rosa's desirable Montecito Heights neighborhood. Privately situated along a secluded lane on approximately 2.05 acres, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence offers approximately 2,468 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with the comfort and convenience of a single-level lifestyle. Surrounded by natural beauty, the home welcomes the outdoors in through expansive windows, creating a serene atmosphere throughout. Inviting living spaces offer an ideal balance of everyday comfort and effortless entertaining, while the expansive grounds provide a beautiful backdrop for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment. Additional highlights include a three-car garage and a solar energy system with battery storage. Enjoy the tranquility and privacy of this beautiful setting while remaining conveniently close to Santa Rosa's shopping, dining, wineries, and everyday amenities. A wonderful opportunity to experience the beauty of Wine Country living in one of Santa Rosa's established neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
2.05 acresLot Size
$525Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Ryan Nemeyer•DRE #01946382• Engel & Volkers Napa
•707-673-6095 (agent)
•ryan.nemeyer@evrealestate.com (agent)
Listed by Alfonso Garcia•DRE #02111901• Engel & Volkers Napa
Montecito Heights, located between Montgomery Village and Spring Lake Park, is a residential and hillside Santa Rosa neighborhood with curving streets and a tree-lined feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Montgomery Drive and Farmers Lane corridor, where sidewalk cafes, local markets, and small-service storefronts set a steady daytime rhythm. Mid-century ranch homes and updated bungalows sit on sloped lots, with pockets of valley views. Spring Lake’s trails and waterline paths shape an outdoors-forward routine. The nearby Charles M. Schulz Museum adds a distinctly Santa Rosa cultural note. Local staples such as Willi’s Wine Bar and Russian River Brewing Company help define the area’s off-hours scene.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
One-story layout
One fireplace with gas log, gas starter and insert
Partial basement
Main level includes bedroom(s), dining room, family room, full and partial baths, kitchen and living room
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
3 bathrooms (2 full, 1 partial)
Kitchen
Kitchen included (appliance details not provided)
Laundry & utility
Laundry closet
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central cooling
Exterior features
Dead-end and private lot
Home design
Single-family residence
Residential property
Parking
Attached garage with interior access and garage door opener
3 garage spaces
Total parking for 6 vehicles
Construction
No ADU / second unit
Utilities
Public sewer
Cable available
Solar (seller-owned) with solar panels, on-grid system and solar battery backup
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this beautiful Montecito Heights home that lives as a single level. Located in a cul de sac, this 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2,468 sq ft home takes nature in through every window. The combination of family room and dining room open to the kitchen with a separate living room provides a very open, connected living space. Built in 1998, the kitchen was fully remodelled in 2012 with custom built cabinets, marble countertops and high end appliances, all included. The large master suite has two walk-in closets, large bathroom including separate shower, large tub and double sink vanity. With fully owned Solar and satellite controlled irrigation system, the property has a very light environmental footprint which minimizes utility bills. https://3546happyvalleyroad.relahq.com/?mls
Public Records
Apr 11, 2001
Sold
$699,000
$283/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 12, 1997
Sold
$120,000
$49/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 5, 1994
Sold
$137,500
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,288 (+1.5%)
$474,753 + $679,007
$1,153,760
2024
$13,094 (+3.9%)
$465,445 + $665,694
$1,131,139
2023
$12,607 (+4.3%)
$456,319 + $652,642
$1,108,961
2022
$12,090 (+10.2%)
$447,372 + $639,846
$1,087,218
2021
$10,973 (+0.4%)
$438,600 + $627,300
$1,065,900
2020
$10,932 (+0.9%)
$348,026 + $625,059
$973,085
2019
$10,833 (+0.6%)
$344,458 + $618,650
$963,108
2018
$10,768 (+1.9%)
$337,704 + $606,520
$944,224
2017
$10,572 (+4.1%)
$324,592 + $582,969
$907,561
2015
$10,160 (+3.8%)
$318,228 + $571,539
$889,767
2014
$9,792 (+20.7%)
$307,308 + $551,927
$859,235
2013
$8,111 (−6.7%)
$307,308 + $551,927
$859,235
2012
$8,691
$260,000 + $466,500
$726,500
2011
$8,685 (−0.9%)
$278,000 + $499,000
$777,000
2010
$8,767 (−3.6%)
$278,000 + $499,000
$777,000
2009
$9,092 (+2.0%)
$283,000 + $508,000
$791,000
2007
$8,910
$286,803 + $515,098
$801,901
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.05 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,468
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,468
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sonoma County
APN
181340010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
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
May 1, 2023 • Final
Residential electrical
Battery
Electrical
Nov 29, 2022 • Final
Residential addition-alteration
Install roof mounted solar modules with micro-inverters and a combiner box including a cell modem and wireless communications kit.
Electrical
Solar
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.
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
4 days above 92° expected this year, 9 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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.1 hrs
4.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3546 Happy Valley Rd
$1,288,630
$6,370 under list price of $1.30M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $845K to $1.4M.