NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7 Cricket Hill Rd Lafayette, CA 94549

Happy Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,633,000 - $4,613,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,708 Sq Ft
$707/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 15, 2021

Last sale price $2,500,000 $531 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,281/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Private Lot
  • Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
  • 1.2 Acre Lot
  • Family Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of September 2021

THIS PROPERTY IS SOLD. BEING RESUBMITTED PER MLS. Quintessential Japanese Modern 1+Acre gated estate on private & picturesque lane. Premium Happy Valley location offering serenity & tranquility. 1st time on market in over 60 years, original family owners. Spectacular botanical gardens, large level acreage. Stunning architecture w grand sized entry room, hi vaulted ceilings, black walnut paneling, built-ins, decorative wood screens, skylights, wide plank hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces. Dramatic, natural sun filled living and formal dining rooms with walls of glass, iconic Japanese screens. Kitchen + family/eating area open to garden side deck. Adjoining laundry room w pass thru. Grt 4 entertaining. Spacious lanai has walls of glass on 3 sides open to patio, pool & Japanese teahouse. Large family room w 2 bedroom suites, 1 with an auxiliary kitchen, an ideal au-pair or in-law set up on lower level. Primary suite + 2 bedrooms, cozy den on main level.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ashley Battersby

Village Associates Real Estate License #01407784 Listed on: 07/12/2021

Co-Listed By

Patricia Battersby

Village Associates Real Estate License #854469

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia Battersby

Village Associates Real Estate License #854469

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,442

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 1.2 Acre Lot
  • Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • Carport

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Trees
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Built by Klemmedson
  • Happy Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2470200193

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,442

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.2
  • Co List Office Mls Id: CCVARE
  • Subdivision Name: HAPPY VALLEY
  • Directions: Happy Valley Rd past Upper Happy Valley Rd
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Au Pair, Den, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Utility Room, Breakfast Bar, Tile Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Front Yard
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Level, Premium Lot, Secluded, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private
  • Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground, Outdoor Pool
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Hills, Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Builder Name: Klemmedson
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Carport - 2 Or More, Guest

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, 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: 52272
  • Parcel Number: 2470200193
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2021
Closed on
Sep 10, 2021
Sold by
Ward Gordon M and Ward Barbara R
Bought by
Paige Kenneth and Paige Dorothy E
Seller's Agent
Ashley Battersby
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Battersby
Village Associates Real Estate
List Price
$3,295,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$795,000
-24.13%
Current Estimated Value
$3,330,320

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$830,320
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.10%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,547,139
Interest Rate
2.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,866,924

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2021
Sold by
Ward Gordon M and Anne G Ward 1993 Trust
Bought by
Ward Gordon M
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
Paige Kenneth $2,500,000 Chicago Title Company
Ward Gordon M -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Paige Kenneth $2,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,500,000 -- --
09/23/2021 09/23/21 For Sale $3,295,000 +31.8% $700 / Sq Ft
09/15/2021 09/15/21 Sold $2,500,000 0.0% $531 / Sq Ft
07/29/2021 07/29/21 Off Market $2,500,000 -- --
07/12/2021 07/12/21 For Sale $3,295,000 -- $700 / 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 $30,442 $2,673,020 $1,591,812 $1,081,208
2024 $29,929 $2,601,000 $1,560,600 $1,040,400
2023 $29,929 $2,550,000 $1,530,000 $1,020,000
2022 $29,476 $2,500,000 $1,500,000 $1,000,000
2021 $5,271 $302,804 $72,117 $230,687
2019 $4,804 $293,825 $69,979 $223,846
2018 $4,640 $288,064 $68,607 $219,457
2017 $4,561 $282,416 $67,262 $215,154
2016 $4,450 $276,880 $65,944 $210,936
2015 $4,323 $272,722 $64,954 $207,768
2014 $4,258 $267,381 $63,682 $203,699
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ashley Battersby

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ashley Battersby

    Village Associates Real Estate

    (925) 323-9955

    31 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Ashley Battersby
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Patricia Battersby

    Village Associates Real Estate

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40958377

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 247-020-019-3

California Contra Costa County Lafayette 94549 Happy Valley

7 Cricket Hill Rd, Lafayette, CA

This home is located at 7 Cricket Hill Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549 since 12 July 2021 and is currently estimated at $3,330,320, approximately $707 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 7 Cricket Hill 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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