1083 Upper Happy Valley Rd Lafayette, CA 94549
Happy Valley Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,073
Sq Ft
0.36
Acres
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- Updated Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
- Secluded Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of March 2025Perched above one of Lafayette’s most desired neighborhoods, sits this warm and inviting single-level home perfect for entertaining and enjoying the California lifestyle. Featuring a renovated kitchen, high ceilings, hardwood floors and two living rooms, the home’s well-designed floor plan extends outside to a covered loggia and professionally landscaped backyard. Located minutes from Hwy. 24, BART, Oakwood Athletic Club, Lafayette Reservoir, Downtown Lafayette, and hiking trails, this home offers just the right mix of privacy and accessibility! In addition, it’s ideally situated close to Happy Valley Elementary in the top-rated Lafayette School District.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,976
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 0.36 Acre Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Landscaped
- Secluded Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Terraced Lot
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Woods
- Trees
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Upper Happy Vly Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 247081004
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 10, 2025
Closed on
Mar 12, 2025
Sold by
Marguerite R Mulvaney Trust and Geist Marguerite Mulvaney
Bought by
Pal Living Trust and Pal
Seller's Agent
Dana Green
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Traci Miller
Compass
List Price
$2,275,000
Sold Price
$2,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200,000
8.79%
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$44,902
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.83%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 13, 2021
Closed on
Sep 22, 2021
Sold by
Seaver Lauren Colbert and Seaver Nicholas Christopher
Bought by
Geist Marguerita Mulvaney and The Marguerita R Mulvaney Trus
Seller's Agent
Dana Green
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Dana Green
Compass
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$505,000
25.31%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.29%
Original Mortgage
$2,513,703
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2017
Sold by
Tarr William and Tarr Morgan Rissel
Bought by
Seaver Lauren Colbert and Seaver Nicholas Christopher Edward
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,121,250
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2014
Sold by
Tarr Morgan Rissel and Tarr William Upton
Bought by
The Tarr Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 27, 2013
Sold by
Pegan Daniel John and Pegan Jan A
Bought by
Tarr Morgan Rissel and Tarr William Upton
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
2.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,475,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $2,500,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,905,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $1,175,000 | Chicago Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $2,513,703 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $1,121,250 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $490,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $402,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | Sold | $2,475,000 | +8.8% | $1,194 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/10/2025 03/10/25 | For Sale | $2,275,000 | -9.0% | $1,097 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,500,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/27/2021 09/27/21 | Sold | $2,500,000 | +25.3% | $1,206 / Sq Ft |
| 09/20/2021 09/20/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/13/2021 09/13/21 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | -- | $962 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $25,976 | $2,475,000 | $1,881,000 | $594,000 |
| 2024 | $25,976 | $2,200,000 | $1,700,000 | $500,000 |
| 2023 | $26,005 | $2,200,000 | $1,700,000 | $500,000 |
| 2022 | $29,390 | $2,500,000 | $1,900,000 | $600,000 |
| 2021 | $24,160 | $2,042,544 | $1,501,082 | $541,462 |
| 2019 | $23,746 | $1,981,962 | $1,456,560 | $525,402 |
| 2018 | $22,908 | $1,943,100 | $1,428,000 | $515,100 |
| 2017 | $15,253 | $1,246,719 | $1,061,039 | $185,680 |
| 2016 | $14,970 | $1,222,275 | $1,040,235 | $182,040 |
| 2015 | $14,566 | $1,203,916 | $1,024,610 | $179,306 |
| 2014 | $14,438 | $1,180,334 | $1,004,540 | $175,794 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Dana Green
Compass
(925) 339-1918
59 in this area
406 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Traci Miller
Compass
(925) 258-0090
2 in this area
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40966924
APN: 247-081-004-1
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