3957 Happy Valley Rd

3,440 Sq. Ft.
$1,049 / Sq. Ft.
3,440
Sq. Ft.
$1,049
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Exquisite and Timeless Private Happy Valley Estate - just imagine the possibilities! Tucked at the end of a tree-lined private drive in one of Lafayette’s most coveted neighborhoods, 3957 Happy Valley Road offers the rare combination of total privacy, flat usable land, and timeless charm. Situated on a beautifully landscaped 1.13-acre lot, this single-level home features 4 bedrooms, an office, and 3 full baths across 3,440± sq ft of light-filled living space. High ceilings, hardwood floors, and expansive...Exquisite and Timeless Private Happy Valley Estate - just imagine the possibilities! Tucked at the end of a tree-lined private drive in one of Lafayette’s most coveted neighborhoods, 3957 Happy Valley Road offers the rare combination of total privacy, flat usable land, and timeless charm. Situated on a beautifully landscaped 1.13-acre lot, this single-level home features 4 bedrooms, an office, and 3 full baths across 3,440± sq ft of light-filled living space. High ceilings, hardwood floors, and expansive windows create a seamless connection between indoors and out. The grounds are a true retreat—lush lawns, mature trees, vibrant gardens, and a sparkling pool invite relaxation and entertaining. Brick patios, a tranquil koi pond, and multiple outdoor seating areas provide exceptional indoor-outdoor flow. Set well back from the street down a long beautifully landscaped driveway, this property offers unmatched peace and seclusion while just minutes from downtown, BART, and top-rated schools. A rare opportunity to own one of Happy Valley’s premier estates with endless opportunities! For more information visit: https://www.3957HappyValleyRd.com
  1. Listed by Amy Smith • DRE #01855959 • Village Associates Real Estate

Property Details for 3957 Happy Valley Road

City
LAFAYETTE
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
HAPPY VALLEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Custom
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage
View
Park
LISTING UPDATED: 05/12/2025 02:27 PM

Property Details for 3957 Happy Valley Road

StatusSold
MLS #41095808
Days on Compass2
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1949
Lot Size1.13 AC / 49,223 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Village Associates Real Estate, Amy Smith, DRE #01855959

Sold By Compass, Julie Whitmer, DRE #01336108

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Building Information for 3957 Happy Valley Road

Stories1Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size1.13 AC / 49,223 SF

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Property Information for 3957 Happy Valley Road

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile, Vinyl
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: In Ground
  • Pool: Private
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Storage, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Bonus/Plus Room, Office, Storage, Utility Room, Workshop
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Window
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Stall Shower, Tile, Window
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central 1 Zone A/C
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: Other
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector, All Public Utilities
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows, Stucco
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Level - Upper: Other
  • Lot Description: Level, Premium Lot, Backyard, Front Yard, Garden, Private
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 49223
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 49223.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 3440
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, No Steps to Entry, Other, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio, Side Yard, Storage, Tool Shed, Flag Lot, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private, Swimming Pool, Yard Space
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Acres: 1.13
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Upper Happy Valley to Happy Valley
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 246-160-001-3
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 3957 Happy Valley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 12, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #CC41095808

$3,610,000
May 12, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41095808

$3,610,000
May 12, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #41095808

$3,610,000
May 6, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557313366

$3,610,000
May 3, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #41095808

May 3, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41095808

May 3, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #CC41095808

May 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41095808

$3,150,000
May 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC41095808

$3,150,000
May 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41095808

$3,150,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/12/2025

Sold

MLSListings #CC41095808

$3,610,000
05/12/2025

Sold

EBRD #41095808

$3,610,000
05/12/2025

Sold

CRMLS #41095808

$3,610,000
05/06/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557313366

$3,610,000
05/03/2025

Pending

CRMLS #41095808

05/03/2025

Pending

EBRD #41095808

05/03/2025

Pending

MLSListings #CC41095808

05/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41095808

$3,150,000
05/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #CC41095808

$3,150,000
05/01/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41095808

$3,150,000

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Public Records for 3957 Happy Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand$93,136Additions$148,294Total$241,430
Tax Record2025$4,714 ($393 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,440 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,440 SqFtStories2Lot Size49,223 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949ZoningR40CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN246-160-001-3

Schools near 3957 Happy Valley Road

This home is within Acalanes Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
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

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Listing Courtesy of Village Associates Real Estate, Amy Smith, DRE #01855959

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