1180 Monticello Rd Lafayette, CA 94549
Happy Valley Neighborhood
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,750
Sq Ft
0.67
Acres
Highlights
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Solar Power System
- Ridge View
- Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
- Updated Kitchen
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
About This Home
As of November 2023Great new price! Stunning Mid Century in the coveted Happy Valley Glen neighborhood. Stylish and serene, this 5BD/3BA, 2750 +/- sq ft single level home offers wonderful spaces inside and out. Spacious formal dining and living room with high ceilings and floor to ceiling windows that provide pretty patio/garden views. An updated chef’s kitchen with a large center island that connects to the family room – these rooms open to a back patio – ideal indoor/outdoor flow for entertaining. The bedroom wing of the house consists of a primary suite with recently remodeled bath and walk in closet, 3 secondary bedrooms, a laundry room and shared hall bathroom. 5th bedroom is in the front of the house – great for an office or guest bedroom. Secluded outdoor spaces include a front patio, yard area, gorgeous gardens, mature trees and a terraced rear hillside planting area. Owned solar and (2) Tesla PowerWalls for battery backup. At the back of the property sits a large pool (solar heat), deck with arbor, and back patio area to complete the ideal California lifestyle home. Great views to the hills and of the Lafayette Ridge to the north. 3 car garage. Close to vibrant Lafayette downtown shops and restaurants, Lafayette Reservoir, BART, and top-rated schools.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $31,520
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 0.67 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Lot Sloped Up
- Garden
Parking
- 3 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Ridge
- Hills
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Range
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Pool
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Outdoor Pool
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Happy Valley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2450800178
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 9, 2023
Closed on
Nov 7, 2023
Sold by
Georgia V Cornell Revocable Trust
Bought by
Sarabi
Seller's Agent
Dan Walner
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Lucas
Dudum Real Estate Group
List Price
$2,895,000
Sold Price
$2,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$195,000
-6.74%
Views
32
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
$108,789
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.38%
Original Mortgage
$2,160,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,125,897
Interest Rate
7.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$682,892
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 29, 2021
Closed on
May 3, 2021
Sold by
Raynes Susan C and The Susan C Raynes Revocable T
Bought by
Cornell Georgia V and The Grorgia V Cornell Revocbal
Seller's Agent
Dan Walner
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Rothman
Compass
List Price
$2,395,000
Sold Price
$2,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
$330,000
13.78%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.37%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
2.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2020
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2009
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 2008
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 2005
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 2004
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
5.69%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2003
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$298,000
Interest Rate
5.53%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 4, 2002
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,700
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 9, 2001
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 1, 2000
Sold by
Raynes Susan C
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 1998
Sold by
Raynes Susan C and Netland Susan Raynes
Bought by
Raynes Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 1997
Sold by
Ghirardelli W A
Bought by
Netland Susan Raynes
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$305,000
Interest Rate
7.57%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 1995
Sold by
Ghirardelli Joanne A
Bought by
Ghirardelli W A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$283,200
Interest Rate
7.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 1995
Sold by
Citibank
Bought by
Ghirardelli W A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$283,200
Interest Rate
7.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 3, 1995
Sold by
Kim Peter Ki
Bought by
Citibank Fsb
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 6, 1993
Sold by
A I C Trust Deed Services Inc
Bought by
Transamerica Financial Services
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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 | $2,700,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Grant Deed | $2,725,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | North American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $580,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $354,000 | First American Title Guarant | |
| Trustee Deed | $327,250 | -- | |
| Trustee Deed | $8,726,883 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,160,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $283,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $298,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $300,700 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $265,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $325,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $305,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $283,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,700,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,725,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/15/2023 11/15/23 | Sold | $2,700,000 | -2.7% | $982 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2023 10/25/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/19/2023 10/19/23 | Price Changed | $2,775,000 | -4.1% | $1,009 / Sq Ft |
| 10/04/2023 10/04/23 | For Sale | $2,895,000 | +6.2% | $1,053 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2021 05/12/21 | Sold | $2,725,000 | +13.8% | $1,019 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2021 04/12/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/29/2021 03/29/21 | For Sale | $2,395,000 | -- | $895 / 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 | $31,520 | $2,754,000 | $2,040,000 | $714,000 |
| 2024 | $13,151 | $2,700,000 | $2,000,000 | $700,000 |
| 2023 | $13,151 | $1,021,197 | $728,280 | $292,917 |
| 2022 | $12,948 | $1,001,174 | $714,000 | $287,174 |
| 2021 | $12,526 | $977,108 | $442,134 | $534,974 |
| 2019 | $12,125 | $948,128 | $429,021 | $519,107 |
| 2018 | $11,676 | $929,538 | $420,609 | $508,929 |
| 2017 | $11,475 | $911,312 | $412,362 | $498,950 |
| 2016 | $11,252 | $893,444 | $404,277 | $489,167 |
| 2015 | $10,944 | $880,025 | $398,205 | $481,820 |
| 2014 | $10,838 | $862,787 | $390,405 | $472,382 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dan Walner
Seller's Agent in 2023
Dan Walner
Compass
(510) 205-7159
4 in this area
60 Total Sales
-
Jennifer Lucas
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Jennifer Lucas
Dudum Real Estate Group
(925) 322-0466
2 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
Nancy Rothman
N
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Nancy Rothman
Compass
(925) 258-0090
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41041001
APN: 245-080-017-8
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