NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1225 Upper Happy Valley Rd Lafayette, CA 94549

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,717,000 - $3,595,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,713 Sq Ft
$868/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 24, 2020

Last sale price $2,355,000 $634 Per Sq Ft

Est. 37% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,076/month

56 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • 110,642 Sq Ft lot
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

As of August 2020

Escape from it all in this oasis of serenity and natural beauty in this Upper Happy Valley estate, a beautiful two-story home on 2.5 acres boasting panoramic views of the surrounding hills and Lafayette Reservoir. The spacious 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and den home is perched high on the hillside at the end of a long, private driveway, ensuring peace and privacy. Located in the highly desirable Upper Happy Valley neighborhood, just minutes from 12 years of award-winning Lafayette schools; unbeatable dining, shopping, and entertainment options in downtown Lafayette; freeway access; and both the Lafayette and Orinda BART stations. An enchanting entrance welcomes you to this gorgeous home, with mature Japanese maple trees, lush landscaping, wood-planked deck leading over a trickling stream, and a skylight-covered courtyard at the French-door entry. With a wraparound balcony and glass walls, this house is designed to maximize its most significant asset: breathtaking, nearly 360-degree views!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alex Villasenor

Coldwell Banker License #01258438 Listed on: 05/29/2020

Coldwell Banker

Last Buyer's Agent

Aaron Colen

Bedrock License #02023563

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,333

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 2.54 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Ridge
  • Mount Diablo
  • Hills

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Farming

  • Pasture

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Upper Happy Vly Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2470400249

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,333

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Upper Happy Vly
  • Directions: Turn in drwy between Canyon and S curve veer right
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Recreation Room
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Secluded, Sloped Up, Other
  • Pool Features: Possible Pool Site
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Hills, Las Trampas Foothills, Mt Diablo, Panoramic, Pasture, Ridge, Other
  • Construction Type: Composition Shingles, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 110642
  • Parcel Number: 2470400249

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2025
Sold by
Schwartz Ryan Daniel and Lacross Kristin Lee
Bought by
Schwartz-Lacross Family Trust and Schwartz
Current Estimated Value
$3,220,425

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2020
Closed on
Aug 18, 2020
Sold by
Overby Marie C
Bought by
Schwartz Ryan D and Lacross Kristin L
Seller's Agent
Alex Villasenor
Coldwell Banker
Buyer's Agent
Aaron Colen
Bedrock
List Price
$2,560,000
Sold Price
$2,355,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$205,000
-8.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.51%
Original Mortgage
$1,400,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 1994
Sold by
Overby Floyd R and Overby Marie C
Bought by
Overby Floyd R and Overby Marie C
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
Schwartz-Lacross Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Schwartz Ryan D $2,355,000 Chicago Title Company
Overby Floyd R -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Schwartz Ryan D $1,400,000
Previous Owner Overby Marie C $250,000
Previous Owner Overby Marie C $100,000
Previous Owner Overby Floyd R $100,000
Previous Owner Overby Floyd R $226,385
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $2,355,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,355,000 -- --
08/24/2020 08/24/20 Sold $2,355,000 -8.0% $634 / Sq Ft
07/24/2020 07/24/20 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2020 05/29/20 For Sale $2,560,000 -- $689 / 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 $29,333 $2,549,126 $1,623,648 $925,478
2024 $29,333 $2,499,144 $1,591,812 $907,332
2023 $28,838 $2,450,142 $1,560,600 $889,542
2022 $28,401 $2,402,100 $1,530,000 $872,100
2021 $27,581 $2,355,000 $1,500,000 $855,000
2019 $9,933 $806,214 $348,360 $457,854
2018 $9,582 $790,407 $341,530 $448,877
2017 $9,395 $774,910 $334,834 $440,076
2016 $9,218 $759,717 $328,269 $431,448
2015 $8,965 $748,307 $323,339 $424,968
2014 $8,880 $733,650 $317,006 $416,644
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Alex Villasenor

    Coldwell Banker

    (925) 351-4949

    7 in this area

    64 Total Sales

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  • A

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Aaron Colen

    Bedrock

    (925) 360-5977

    1 in this area

    1 Total Sale

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40906422

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 247-040-024-9

California Contra Costa County Lafayette 94549 Happy Valley

1225 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA

This home is located at 1225 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549 since 29 May 2020 and is currently estimated at $3,224,102, approximately $868 per square foot. This property was built in 1978. 1225 Upper Happy Valley Rd 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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