$3,250,000
SOLD MAR 12, 2026
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,157 Sq Ft
21,344 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,029 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Private Lot
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2026

Iconic mid-century home, remodeled in 2015 into an effortlessly cool and quintessentially California retreat. This one-of-a-kind masterpiece sits on a verdant, half-acre lot in the heart of Lafayette’s prestigious Happy Valley and offers privacy, great design, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The flexible floorplan includes 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a dedicated office, and separate living, dining and bonus rooms. High-end custom finishes elevate every space with top-of-the-line appliances (Thermador, Bosch and Sub-Zero), Fleetwood windows and doors, radiant heating, IPE decking, and an eco-conscious grey water recycling system. Designer, epoxy resin flooring creates a luminous and seamless architectural finish that is both durable and chic. Custom cabinetry with sleek honed slate countertops adds depth and texture to the kitchen and bathrooms. Every detail has been carefully selected to celebrate the home’s mid-century roots while embracing modern luxury and sustainability. The lush, private backyard has an inground pool with separate hot tub and is ideal for entertaining. This exceptional property is all within easy reach Lafayette’s vibrant downtown, convenient commute routes, the Lafayette Reservoir, Oakwood Athletic Club and top-rated schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Meara Dunsmore

Village Associates Real Estate License #01969953 Listed on: 02/18/2026

Village Associates Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Tina Frechman

Dudum Real Estate Group License #01970768

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 21,344 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Lot

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Bosch Dishwasher
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Outdoor Pool

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Happy Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2490100167

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0.49 Acres

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Happy Valley
  • Directions: Upper Happy Valley to NORTH Tilden Lane
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Private, Landscaped
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Raised, Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Radiant
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Other Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21344
  • Parcel Number: 2490100167

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 18, 2026
Closed on
Feb 27, 2026
Sold by
Douglas Cardoni and Kirsa Phillips
Bought by
Friedenberg Family Trust and Friedenberg
Seller's Agent
Meara Dunsmore
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tina Frechman
Dudum Real Estate Group
List Price
$3,200,000
Sold Price
$3,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
1.56%
Views
33

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-92.78%
Original Mortgage
$2,275,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,275,000
Interest Rate
6.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$650,647

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2019
Sold by
Cardoni Douglas J and Phillips Kirsa
Bought by
Cardoni Douglas and Phillips Kirsa

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2015
Sold by
Foley Mark A and Foley Debraoh
Bought by
Cardoni Douglas J and Phillips Kirsa

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2010
Sold by
Foley Nyna P
Bought by
Foley Nyna P and Foley Mark A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $3,250,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $1,900,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $2,275,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/12/2026 03/12/26 Sold $3,250,000 +1.6% $1,029 / Sq Ft
02/26/2026 02/26/26 Pending -- -- --
02/18/2026 02/18/26 For Sale $3,200,000 -- $1,014 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $28,174 $2,403,071 $1,682,586 $720,485
2024 $27,228 $2,355,953 $1,649,595 $706,358
2023 $27,228 $2,309,758 $1,617,250 $692,508
2022 $26,814 $2,264,470 $1,585,540 $678,930
2021 $26,038 $2,220,069 $1,554,451 $665,618
2019 $25,620 $2,154,223 $1,508,347 $645,876
2018 $24,714 $2,111,984 $1,478,772 $633,212
2017 $24,290 $2,070,574 $1,449,777 $620,797
2016 $23,860 $2,029,975 $1,421,350 $608,625
2015 $3,323 $174,364 $48,928 $125,436
2014 $3,266 $170,949 $47,970 $122,979
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41124398

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 249-010-016-7

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