NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3826 Palo Alto Dr Lafayette, CA 94549

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,568,000 - $5,848,000

6 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,352 Sq Ft
$973/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 23, 2021

Last sale price $4,700,000 $878 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $33,362/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Private Lot
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Living Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of June 2021

At the heart this mid-century masterpiece is a quiet and private oasis. The great room offers high ceilings, iron beam fireplace, step-down bar and custom sized sliders with access to the expansive deck and resort style backyard. The overly large family room/kitchen combo with dining are ideal for entertaining. A stunning and rare multigenerational estate with tremendous appeal, exquisite architectural details and exceptional lot. Features a gated driveway, tennis court, pool, decks, garden & level lawn. Primary retreat with sitting area, dual sink, two walk-in closets, & balcony. Grand office with built in bookcases and desk, cozy fireplace & sitting area. The meticulous design & prime location in Happy Valley make it truly original. This property affords you the opportunity to live in one of the best neighborhoods with top rated schools (Lafayette School District & Acalanes High), 25 minutes to San Francisco and a stone’s throw to Bart, commute, downtown & restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tina Frechman

Dudum Real Estate Group License #01970768 Listed on: 06/03/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Ashley Battersby

Village Associates Real Estate License #01407784

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $56,424

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 1.04 Acre Lot
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Private Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • Multi-Level Property
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Outdoor Pool

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Zoned Heating and Cooling

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Happy Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 244023007

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$56,424

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1974
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.04
  • Subdivision Name: HAPPY VALLEY
  • Directions: Happy Valley to Palo Alto
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Other
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Private
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Shingles
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Entry Gate, Private Entrance, Storage Area
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • 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: Acalanes (925) 280-3900

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 45300
  • Parcel Number: 244023007
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2021
Closed on
Jun 18, 2021
Sold by
Glass William and Glass Jennifer
Bought by
Mccasland Joshua M and Mccasland Gemini J
Seller's Agent
Tina Frechman
Dudum Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Battersby
Village Associates Real Estate
List Price
$4,295,000
Sold Price
$4,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$405,000
9.43%
Current Estimated Value
$5,234,658

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$534,658
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.05%
Original Mortgage
$2,820,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,569,703
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,752,107

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2012
Sold by
Wolpa Mark and Wolpa Linda
Bought by
Glass William and Glass Jennifer

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$980,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2001
Sold by
Bolton Shirley and Bolton Deborah Lee
Bought by
Wolpa Mark and Wolpa Linda Dun

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
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Mccasland Joshua M $4,700,000 Old Republic Title Company
Glass William -- Chicago Title Company
Wolpa Mark $1,500,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mccasland Trust $515,000
Open Mecasland Joshua M $2,820,000
Previous Owner Glass William $500,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $980,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $400,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $975,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $400,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $975,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $250,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $973,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $960,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $150,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $750,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $707,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $706,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $250,000
Previous Owner Wolpa Mark $700,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $4,700,000 -- --
06/23/2021 06/23/21 Sold $4,700,000 +9.4% $878 / Sq Ft
06/09/2021 06/09/21 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2021 06/03/21 For Sale $4,295,000 -- $803 / 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 $56,424 $5,087,430 $3,247,296 $1,840,134
2024 $55,493 $4,987,677 $3,183,624 $1,804,053
2023 $55,493 $4,889,880 $3,121,200 $1,768,680
2022 $54,655 $4,794,000 $3,060,000 $1,734,000
2021 $40,202 $3,516,012 $1,276,438 $2,239,574
2019 $39,768 $3,411,727 $1,238,579 $2,173,148
2018 $38,360 $3,344,832 $1,214,294 $2,130,538
2017 $37,703 $3,279,248 $1,190,485 $2,088,763
2016 $37,058 $3,214,950 $1,167,143 $2,047,807
2015 $36,070 $3,166,660 $1,149,612 $2,017,048
2014 $35,809 $3,104,630 $1,127,093 $1,977,537
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tina Frechman

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Tina Frechman

    Dudum Real Estate Group

    (925) 915-0851

    9 in this area

    71 Total Sales

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  • Ashley Battersby

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Ashley Battersby

    Village Associates Real Estate

    (925) 323-9955

    31 in this area

    86 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40951889

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 244-023-007-2

California Contra Costa County Lafayette 94549 Happy Valley

3826 Palo Alto Dr, Lafayette, CA

This home is located at 3826 Palo Alto Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549 since 03 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $5,205,676, approximately $972 per square foot. This property was built in 1974. 3826 Palo Alto 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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