A collector-worthy residence in the Alta Vista hills, 4185 Chaparral Court showcases striking mid-century inspired architecture where home and nature feel intentionally connected. Originally designed by architect Gary Toby of Design Concepts and thoughtfully enhanced through a period-correct remodel by Markey Interiors, the home blends timeless architectural character with carefully curated modern comforts. Clean lines, walls of glass, natural materials, custom one-of-a-kind tilework, and open living spaces create a home that feels calm, grounded, and deeply private. Set on 1.64 acres at the end of a gated drive just minutes from downtown Santa Rosa, this is a property designed for those drawn to homes with soul and architectural presence. The approximately 2,941 sq ft residence offers a flexible layout with multiple living spaces and expansive decking designed to blur the line between indoors and out. Two private primary-style suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass and tranquil outlooks, while additional gathering spaces bring warmth, character, and an easy sense of connection throughout the home. Custom concrete countertops, an integrated whole-home Sonos sound system, solar panels, and a three-car garage further elevate the living experience while remaining true to the home's architectural roots. Surrounded by wooded and city light views, the property enjoys sweeping sunset vistas from nearly every room and outdoor living space.The setting feels remarkably alive, with frequent visits from red and gray foxes, bobcats, deer, great horned owls, red-tailed hawks, and other native wildlife. This is a property for someone who values design, privacy, and a sense of retreat without feeling disconnected. A rare offering, this is Wine Country living with a distinctly different point of view.
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
Wet bar
Stone fireplace (1)
Security gate
Sunken living room with view
Dining room with dining bar and formal room
Family room with view
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Primary bedroom with balcony and walk-in closet
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Primary bathroom with double sinks, shower stall, soaking tub, steam option, and tub
Tile baths
Kitchen
Concrete countertops
Island with sink
Built-in gas oven
Built-in gas range
Built-in refrigerator
Double oven
Laundry & utility
Laundry closet
Washer/dryer hookups only
Flooring
Carpet
Slate
Heating & cooling
Central cooling
Central heating
Radiant floor heating
Exterior features
Covered deck
Balcony
Landscaped, secluded setting
Solar panels (seller owned, photovoltaics)
Home design
Single family residence
Two stories
Flat roof
Parking
Attached garage
3 garage spaces
6 total parking spaces
Security
Security gate
Construction
Photovoltaic solar system (seller owned)
Utilities
Natural gas connected
Solar
Public sewer
HOA & community
No association
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
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The RR zoning district is applied to areas of the City intended to accommodate residential neighborhoods with compatible agricultural uses, but where the primary uses are residential, and compatible accessory uses. The maximum allowable density ranges from 0.2 to 2 dwellings per acre, with the specific allowable density for each parcel shown on the zoning map by a numerical suffix to the RR map symbol see Section 20-22.040. The RR zoning district implements and is consistent with the Residential Very Low Density land use classification of the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Healthcare-Other
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Infrastructure-Other
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Housing-Mobile home park
Sep 13, 2021 • Final
Residential addition-alteration
Install a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system, a new generator, and an energy storage system. Upgrade the main electrical panel to 200 amps and excavate a trench.
Battery
Electrical
Generator
Solar
Jun 28, 2015 • Final
Residential addition-alteration
Remove the existing built-up roofing and install a new single-ply 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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 92° expected this year, 13 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
Santa Rosa, CA • 95409
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 4185 Chaparral Ct
$2,379,134
$121K under list price of $2.50M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $900K to $2.4M.