NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1257 Panorama Dr Lafayette, CA 94549

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,221,000 - $3,416,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,622 Sq Ft
$905/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 6, 2025

Last sale price $3,275,000 $904 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,420 / mo

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of October 2025

Elegant Happy Valley Estate! This beautifully updated single-level home with 4 bedrooms plus office and 3.5 baths blends timeless charm with modern luxury. Light-filled interiors feature soaring ceilings, hardwood and stone floors, and walls of windows and doors opening to private outdoor spaces. The chef’s kitchen boasts marble counters, island, and top-of-the-line stainless appliances, flowing to dining and family rooms with custom built-ins and millwork. The formal living room centers on a stunning carved fireplace. Retreat to the spacious primary suite with French doors to a private deck, dual walk-in closets, and spa-like bath with jetted tub, shower, and dual vanities. A second ensuite plus two additional bedrooms share an updated hall bath. The office includes custom built-ins and separate entrance. Outdoor living shines with a covered patio, lush landscaping, fountain, and a 350 sq ft bonus studio perfect for gym/office. Gated driveway with 3-car garage and ample parking. Moments to downtown, BART, freeway, and all K–12 top-rated schools!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amy Smith

Village Associates Real Estate License #01855959 Listed on: 09/05/2025

Village Associates Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Whitmer

Compass License #01336108

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 34,730 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Sloped Down

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Happy Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2461000156

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0.8 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Happy Valley
  • Directions: Happy Valley Road to Panorama Dr
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Spa Features: Heated
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Other
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down, Premium Lot
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Hills, Panoramic
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Detached, Side Yard Access

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 34730
  • Parcel Number: 2461000156

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2025
Closed on
Sep 26, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amy Smith
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Julie Whitmer
Compass
List Price
$3,250,000
Sold Price
$3,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
0.77%
Views
5
Current Estimated Value
$3,297,872

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,872
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.17%
Original Mortgage
$2,450,000
Interest Rate
0.0656%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2014
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
0.0275%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$923,000
Interest Rate
0.0437%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$3,275,000 Chicago Title
$2,200,000 Chicago Title Company
-- Financial Title
-- Financial Title
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $2,450,000
Closed $800,000
Closed $835,000
Closed $700,000
Closed $835,300
Closed $250,000
Closed $923,000
Closed $705,000
Closed $380,000
Closed $100,000
Closed $737,450
Closed $200,000
Closed $376,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/06/2025 10/06/25 Sold $3,275,000 +0.8% $904 / Sq Ft
09/09/2025 09/09/25 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2025 09/05/25 For Sale $3,250,000 -- $897 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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 $19,299 $1,585,258 $598,049 $987,209
2024 $18,641 $1,554,175 $586,323 $967,852
2023 $18,641 $1,523,702 $574,827 $948,875
2022 $18,355 $1,493,826 $563,556 $930,270
2021 $17,825 $1,464,536 $552,506 $912,030
2019 $17,417 $1,421,099 $536,119 $884,980
2018 $16,804 $1,393,235 $525,607 $867,628
2017 $16,516 $1,365,917 $515,301 $850,616
2016 $16,211 $1,339,136 $505,198 $833,938
2015 $25,491 $2,200,000 $1,165,500 $1,034,500
2014 $9,896 $775,631 $290,222 $485,409
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amy Smith

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Amy Smith

    Village Associates Real Estate

    (925) 212-3897

    5 in this area

    85 Total Sales

    Amy Smith
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  • Julie Whitmer

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Julie Whitmer

    Compass

    (925) 997-5120

    4 in this area

    95 Total Sales

    Julie Whitmer
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41110516

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 246-100-015-6

California Contra Costa County Lafayette 94549 Happy Valley

1257 Panorama Dr, Lafayette, CA

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