NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3745 St Francis Dr Lafayette, CA 94549

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,641,000 - $4,097,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,815 Sq Ft
$805/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2023

Last sale price $3,700,000 $768 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,086/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Private Lot
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • View of Hills
  • Family Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of April 2023

Sensational opportunity in Lafayette’s coveted Happy Valley. Level .51-acre property showcases custom 2-level home built by renowned contractor Milton Bruzzone for his private residence. 4815 +/-SF. 5 bds. 4 bths. Formal living and dining rooms. Executive office. Chef’s kitchen. Granite counters, Large island/bkfst bar. Casual dining w/bay window. Family rm w/gas frpl and stone surround. Decorative crown molding, wainscoting, hardwood floors, plush carpet, imported Italian crystal chandeliers. Multiple French doors open to lush garden settings. 500+/-SF private office w/storage closets and private entry. 2-room primary suite w/French dr to a balcony overlooking the backyard. Optimal southern exposure. Hillside views. Ultra-private park-like setting. Expansive brick patios, lush lawn, resort-size pool w/cover. Nearby changing rooms, bath, outdoor shower. Lighted hardtop ideal for basketball/pickleball ct. Rose garden. Greenhouse. Raised beds. Fruit trees. Envision the possibilities: cabana, ADU, outdoor kitchen, and more. About a mile to downtown Lafayette, BART, access to Hwy 24. Near top-rated schools in Lafayette and Acalanes school districts inclds half-mile to Happy Valley Elementary. About 20 miles east of San Francisco and near Lafayette Reservoir and Briones Regional Park.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joujou Chawla

Compass License #00890002 Listed on: 03/24/2023

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Janelle Fautt

Re/max Accord License #01128061

Re/max Accord

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,458

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Tandem Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Raised Hearth
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Library
  • Views of Hills
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • <<builtInOvenToken>>
  • Gas Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Pool Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Thermostat
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Built by Bruzzone
  • Happy Valley Subdivision, Custom Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2451530030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,458

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.51
  • Subdivision Name: HAPPY VALLEY
  • Directions: Happy Valley Rd/Rose Ln/St. Francis Dr
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Thermostat
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Dryer, Washer, Electric Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Den, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Library, Unfinished Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Smart Thermostat
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down, Level, Premium Lot, Secluded, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Pool Cover
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Hills
  • View: Yes
  • Builder Name: Bruzzone
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Storage Area, Yard Space
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Side Yard Access, Tandem, Enclosed, 1/2 Car Space, 24'+ Deep Garage, Garage Faces Front
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Master Electric Meter, Master Gas Meter
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Cabinets, Sink
  • Security: Double Strapped Water Heater
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Zoning: SFR
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 22200
  • Parcel Number: 2451530030
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2023
Closed on
Apr 25, 2023
Sold by
2004 Bruzzone Revocable Trust
Bought by
Tanaka Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Joujou Chawla
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Janelle Fautt
Re/max Accord
List Price
$3,798,800
Sold Price
$3,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$98,800
-2.6%
Views
16
Current Estimated Value
$3,875,370

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$175,370
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.11%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$973,172
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,902,199

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2021
Sold by
Franklin Bruzzone Milton
Bought by
2004 Bruzzone Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2004
Sold by
Bruzzone Milton F and Bruzzone Jeanann M
Bought by
Bruzzone Milton Franklin
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
Tanaka Family Trust $3,700,000 Old Republic Title
2004 Bruzzone Revocable Trust -- --
Bruzzone Milton Franklin -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tanaka Family Trust $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $3,700,000 -- --
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Sold $3,700,000 -2.6% $768 / Sq Ft
04/02/2023 04/02/23 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2023 03/24/23 For Sale $3,798,800 -- $789 / 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 $7,458 $499,465 $364,140 $135,325
2024 $41,401 $489,672 $357,000 $132,672
2023 $41,401 $332,881 $70,662 $262,219
2022 $5,618 $326,355 $69,277 $257,078
2021 $5,382 $319,957 $67,919 $252,038
2019 $4,990 $310,468 $65,905 $244,563
2018 $4,820 $304,381 $64,613 $239,768
2017 $4,738 $298,414 $63,347 $235,067
2016 $4,624 $292,563 $62,105 $230,458
2015 $4,492 $288,170 $61,173 $226,997
2014 $4,426 $282,526 $59,975 $222,551
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joujou Chawla

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Joujou Chawla

    Compass

    (510) 406-4836

    1 in this area

    294 Total Sales

    Joujou Chawla
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  • Janelle Fautt

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Janelle Fautt

    RE/MAX

    (925) 820-1984

    2 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Janelle Fautt
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41020701

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 245-153-003-0

California Contra Costa County Lafayette 94549 Happy Valley

3745 St Francis Dr, Lafayette, CA

This home is located at 3745 St Francis Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549 since 24 March 2023 and is currently estimated at $3,875,370, approximately $804 per square foot. This property was built in 1970. 3745 St Francis Dr 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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