NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1034 Via Media Lafayette, CA 94549

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,641,000 - $2,650,002

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,102 Sq Ft
$666/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 08, 2020

Last sale price $1,250,000 $403 Per Sq Ft

Est. 65% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,470/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Chain Of Lake Views
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Secluded Lot
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of June 2020

Very private and gated, custom built, 1983 home with unique envelope design. Vaulted wood ceilings, open upstairs living area with views of Mt. Diablo, Lafayette Reservoir and .79 acre oak-studded Lot. The home, while mostly original, has been lovingly maintained. 900 sq. ft. attached garage and 900 sq. ft. basement. New skylights.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephen Walsh

Better Homes Realty License #00346369 Listed on: 04/15/2020

Better Homes Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Doug Buenz

Compass License #00843458

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,151

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 0.79 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Chain Of Lake
  • Mount Diablo
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2442600256

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,151

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

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Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Not Listed
  • Directions: Dolores, Via Roble, Via Baja, Via Alta, Via Media
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Linoleum, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker Hookup, Island

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Secluded
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Hills, Lake, Mt Diablo
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 34238
  • Parcel Number: 2442600256

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2020
Closed on
Jun 4, 2020
Sold by
Stephan Linda E
Bought by
Weekly Kevin and Weekly Donna
Seller's Agent
Stephen Walsh
Better Homes Realty
Buyer's Agent
Doug Buenz
Compass
List Price
$1,330,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$80,000
-6.02%
Current Estimated Value
$2,066,751

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$816,751
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.85%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$888,076
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,178,675

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2019
Sold by
Development Solutions Riv Llc
Bought by
Linda E Stephan Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2005
Sold by
Stephan Linda E
Bought by
Stephan Rosalie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 1998
Sold by
Stephan Linda E
Bought by
Stephan Linda E
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Weekly Kevin $1,250,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Linda E Stephan Trust $866,000 Chicago Title Company
Stephan Rosalie -- First American Title
Stephan Linda E -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Weekly Kevin $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,250,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,250,000 -- --
06/08/2020 06/08/20 Sold $1,250,000 -6.0% $403 / Sq Ft
05/05/2020 05/05/20 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2020 04/15/20 For Sale $1,330,000 -- $429 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $18,151 $1,547,054 $929,598 $617,456
2024 $17,645 $1,475,250 $911,371 $563,879
2023 $17,645 $1,428,971 $893,501 $535,470
2022 $16,577 $1,328,208 $875,982 $452,226
2021 $15,673 $1,262,950 $858,806 $404,144
2019 $6,122 $488,950 $76,516 $412,434
2018 $5,897 $479,364 $75,016 $404,348
2017 $5,769 $469,966 $73,546 $396,420
2016 $5,646 $460,752 $72,104 $388,648
2015 $5,480 $453,832 $71,021 $382,811
2014 $5,416 $444,943 $69,630 $375,313
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Stephen Walsh

    Better Homes Realty

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  • Doug Buenz

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Doug Buenz

    Compass

    (925) 621-0680

    170 Total Sales

    Doug Buenz
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40901670

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 244-260-025-6

California Contra Costa County Lafayette 94549 Happy Valley

1034 Via Media, Lafayette, CA

This home is located at 1034 Via Media, Lafayette, CA 94549 since 15 April 2020 and is currently estimated at $2,066,751, approximately $666 per square foot. This property was built in 1983. 1034 Via Media is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Happy Valley Elementary School, M.H. Stanley Middle School, and Acalanes High School.

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