NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1154 Brown Ave Lafayette, CA 94549

Springbrook Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,330,000 - $1,536,334

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,087 Sq Ft
$676/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 3, 2025

Last sale price $1,375,000 $659 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,359 / mo

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • 58,762 Sq Ft lot
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Garage

About This Home

As of October 2025

With commanding views of Mt. Diablo and the Lafayette Reservoir, 1154 Brown Avenue is a unique retreat perched in the hills above downtown Lafayette. The mid-century home features distinctive floor to ceiling windows in the living room, looking out towards the oak-covered hillsides. The home has been lovingly updated over the years, including a custom kitchen designed by Wendi Zampino at Home Systems. The spacious, single-level floorpan includes a large primary suite, with walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom. Outside, the home flows onto a large deck, perfect for al fresco dining while enjoying the stunning views. The expansive property includes a grove of mature olive trees which can be harvested to produce your own olive oil! Additional features and updates include hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, fresh interior/exterior paint, laundry room, art studio, and two bays of solar panels with backup battery. Just minutes from downtown Lafayette, Hwy 24 and BART. Feeds to award winning Happy Valley Elementary, Stanley Middle School and Acalanes High School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matthew Boone

Compass License #02150676 Listed on: 09/22/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Dan Fitzpatrick

Real Estate Experts License #01892947

Last Buyer's Agent

Paddy Kehoe

Compass License #01894345

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 1.35 Acre Lot
  • Lot Sloped Down

HOA Fees

  • $146 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller
  • Solar owned by a third party

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • Association fees include street
  • Association Phone (925) 872-1544
  • Happy Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2320900224

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

1.35 Acres

HOA Fees

$146 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: CCCCPSS05
  • Subdivision Name: Happy Valley
  • Directions: Deer Hill to Brown Ave
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned, Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: See Remarks
  • Association Fee: 1750
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: CALL LISTING AGENT
  • Phone: 925-872-1544
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Street

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 58762
  • Parcel Number: 2320900224

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2025
Closed on
Oct 1, 2025
Sold by
Margaret A Johnstone Living Trust and Johnstone Margaret
Bought by
Waal Ryan
Seller's Agent
Matthew Boone
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Paddy Kehoe
Compass
List Price
$1,349,000
Sold Price
$1,375,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
1.93%
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
$1,410,084

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$35,084
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2023
Sold by
Roderick Warren Ford-Smith Trust
Bought by
Margaret A Johnstone Living Trust and Johnstone

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2020
Sold by
Johnstone Margaret and Ford Smith Roderick
Bought by
Johnstone Margaret and Ford Smith Rederick

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$343,500
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2018
Sold by
Ford Smith Roderick
Bought by
Ford Smith Roderick Warren

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2013
Sold by
Johnstone Margaret A
Bought by
Johnstone Margaret

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2012
Sold by
Johnstone Margaret
Bought by
Johnstone Margaret and Ford Smith Roderick

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2012
Sold by
Ford Smith Roderick and Johnstone Margaret
Bought by
Johnstone Margaret

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$407,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2009
Sold by
Ford Smith Roderick Warren and Johnstone Margaret Ann
Bought by
Ford Smith Roderick and Johnstone Margaret

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$526,000
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2004
Sold by
Ford Smith Roderick Warren and Johnstone Margaret Ann
Bought by
Ford Smith Roderick Warren and Johnstone Margaret Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$415,000
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2001
Sold by
Ford Smith Roderick W and Johnstone Margaret A
Bought by
Ford Smith Roderick Warren and Johnstone Margaret Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2001
Sold by
Ford Smith Roderick W and Johnstone Margaret A
Bought by
Ford Smith Roderick W and Johnstone Margaret A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 1998
Sold by
Swanson Sherry L
Bought by
Ford Smith Roderick W and Johnstone Margaret A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$335,100
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Waal Ryan $1,375,000 Old Republic Title
Margaret A Johnstone Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Johnstone Margaret -- First American Title Company
Johnstone Margaret -- First American Title Company
Ford Smith Roderick Warren -- None Available
Johnstone Margaret -- None Available
Johnstone Margaret -- None Available
Johnstone Margaret -- Orange Coast Title Company
Ford Smith Roderick -- First American Title Company
Ford Smith Roderick Warren -- Alliance Title Company
Ford Smith Roderick Warren -- --
Ford Smith Roderick W -- Placer Title Company
Ford Smith Roderick W $419,000 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Johnstone Margaret $343,500
Previous Owner Johnstone Margaret $407,000
Previous Owner Ford Smith Roderick $526,000
Previous Owner Ford Smith Roderick Warren $415,000
Previous Owner Ford Smith Roderick W $400,000
Previous Owner Ford Smith Roderick W $335,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 Sold $1,375,000 +1.9% $659 / Sq Ft
09/26/2025 09/26/25 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2025 09/22/25 For Sale $1,349,000 -- $646 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $8,225 $656,695 $391,919 $264,776
2024 $7,923 $643,820 $384,235 $259,585
2023 $7,923 $631,197 $376,701 $254,496
2022 $7,803 $618,821 $369,315 $249,506
2021 $7,569 $606,688 $362,074 $244,614
2019 $7,881 $588,695 $351,336 $237,359
2018 $7,598 $577,153 $344,448 $232,705
2017 $6,865 $565,838 $337,695 $228,143
2016 $11,755 $554,744 $331,074 $223,670
2015 $6,531 $546,412 $326,101 $220,311
2014 $6,461 $535,710 $319,714 $215,996
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Matthew Boone

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Matthew Boone

    Compass

    (925) 212-2812

    1 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Matthew Boone
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  • Dan Fitzpatrick

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Dan Fitzpatrick

    Real Estate Experts

    (415) 519-5020

    1 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    Dan Fitzpatrick
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  • Paddy Kehoe

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Paddy Kehoe

    Compass

    (925) 878-5869

    3 in this area

    108 Total Sales

    Paddy Kehoe
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41112369

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 232-090-022-4

California Contra Costa County Lafayette 94549 Springbrook

1154 Brown Ave, Lafayette, CA

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