1248 Upper Happy Valley Road

Sold 5/11/26
Sold 5/11/26
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Last Sold Price
$4,295,000
5 beds4,830 sqft$889/sqft
1248 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549

Description

This distinctive home rests on a .67-acre lot in the heart of Upper Happy Valley. Entertain guests before dinner in the spacious living room (with a wood-burning fireplace) just off the grand entry foyer, or in the 399-sq-ft family room (under a 14-ft ceiling, with another wood fireplace and garden views on 3 sides) just down the hall. Newly refinished Tasmanian oak hardwoods link the living areas. The kitchen features a Jerusalem limestone island and counters, a Viking range, and a breakfast nook....This distinctive home rests on a .67-acre lot in the heart of Upper Happy Valley. Entertain guests before dinner in the spacious living room (with a wood-burning fireplace) just off the grand entry foyer, or in the 399-sq-ft family room (under a 14-ft ceiling, with another wood fireplace and garden views on 3 sides) just down the hall. Newly refinished Tasmanian oak hardwoods link the living areas. The kitchen features a Jerusalem limestone island and counters, a Viking range, and a breakfast nook. Ample cabinetry and a walk-in pantry supply ample storage space. The principal suite and another bedroom are downstairs, each with garden views and a bathroom. The principal suite offers a spacious walk-in closet with built-in shelving and hanging space. The en-suite bath features dual sinks, a spa tub, and a large walk-in shower. Three other bedrooms and 2 bathrooms are upstairs, along with a 288-sq-ft media/play room, and closet space galore. Work from home is a pleasure in the office just off the entry foyer. The back yard is surrounded by redwoods, a striking Marina strawberry tree, and manicured gardens. It offers a 41-foot swimming pool, ample deck space, a hot tub, and a grassy play area. A driveway and 3-car garage provide ample parking.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/11/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Ann Newton Cane • DRE #02084093 • Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re

Property Details for 1248 Upper Happy Valley Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
41131139
Days on Compass
13
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Detached
Year Built
1997
Lot Size
0.67 AC / 29,185 SF
County
Contra Costa County
City
LAFAYETTE
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
UPPER HAPPY VLY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
3
Garage/Parking
Attached, Off Street
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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re, Ann Newton Cane, DRE #02084093

Sold By Dudum Real Estate Group, Kaaren Brickman, DRE #01932119; Dudum Real Estate Group, Lauren Woolsey, DRE #01940797

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Building Information for 1248 Upper Happy Valley Road

Stories2Year Built1997Building Size-Lot Size0.67 AC / 29,185 SF

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Property Information for 1248 Upper Happy Valley Road

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Family Room, Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Inside Room, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Pool Type: Hot Tub/Spa, In Ground
  • Pool: Private
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 14
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4.0
  • Room Additional: BonusRoom, Dining Area, Eat-In Kitchen, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Laundry, LivingRoom, Office, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Wine Cellar
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Double Vanity, Stall Shower, Stone, Updated Baths, Window
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Carbon Mon Detector, Dryer, Smoke Detector(s), Washer
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stone, Stucco, Stucco & Stone
  • Level - Upper: 2 Baths, 3 Bedrooms
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Partial Fence, Pool Site, Premium Lot, Private, RectangularLot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 29185
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 29185.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 4830
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 0.5 Bath, 2 Baths, 2 Bedrooms, Laundry Facility, Main Entry, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Porch, Front Yard, Garden, Garden/Play, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscaped, Partial Fence, Patio, Private, Side Yard, Swimming Pool, Yard Space
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Acres: 0.67
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Happy Valley > Upper Happy Valley
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 246-170-032-6
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1248 Upper Happy Valley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 11, 2026

Sold

EBRD #41131139

$4,295,000—
May 11, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #CC41131139

$4,295,000—
May 11, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #41131139

$4,295,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/11/2026

Sold

EBRD #41131139

$4,295,000
05/11/2026

Sold

MLSListings #CC41131139

$4,295,000
05/11/2026

Sold

CRMLS #41131139

$4,295,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1248 Upper Happy Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand$652,371Additions$871,882Total$1,524,253
Tax Record2025$18,388 ($1,532 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,707 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,707 SqFtStories2Lot Size29,185 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1997Year Renovated1998CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN246-170-032

Schools near 1248 Upper Happy Valley Road

This home is within Acalanes Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Happy Valley Elementary School
Public - K to 5
M. H. Stanley Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Acalanes High School
Public - 9 to 12
Acalanes Center For Independent Study
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Happy Valley Elementary School
PublicK to 5

M. H. Stanley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Acalanes High School
Public9 to 12

Acalanes Center For Independent Study
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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