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Reliance Real Estate
1035 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
- $2,895,000
- 5
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 2,648
- SqFt
- List Price
- $2,895,000
- Status
- ACTIVE
- MLS#
- 41151702
- Year Built
- 1951
- Property Type
- Detached
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Full Bathrooms
- 3
- Living Area
- 2,648
- Lot Size
- 21,780
- Acres
- 0.50
- County
- Contra Costa
- Subdivision
- Upper Happy Vly
Property Description
Tucked along one of Upper Happy Valley’s most special streets, this rare legacy estate blends quintessential single-story ranch architecture with extraordinary park-like grounds. Offering five bedrooms and three bathrooms in total, the property features approximately 2,648 square feet of combined living space, including the 2,344-square-foot main residence and a 344-square-foot detached studio with its own full bath. Rich in charm, character, and timeless appeal, this is a special opportunity to own a piece of Happy Valley history. From the moment you arrive, the home welcomes you with beautiful curb appeal, a charming front porch, and an inviting sense of warmth. Inside, the spacious formal living room features a beautiful wood-paneled accent wall, fireplace, and expansive windows overlooking the front grounds. The living room flows into the formal dining room, complete with custom built-ins, beautiful lacquered flooring, and sliding doors opening to the backyard patio. An adjoining family room with its own fireplace and outdoor access connects seamlessly to the kitchen, creating an ideal layout for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry, views of the backyard, and a charming breakfast nook with rich wood-paneled walls. The bedroom wing features three generously sized secondary bedrooms, one of which could easily serve as a home office or media room, and a spacious hall bathroom with a soaking tub, separate stall shower, and dual vanities. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with ample closet space. A detached two-car garage is complemented by the adjoining studio with a full bathroom, offering wonderful flexibility for guests, a home office, gym, or additional bonus space. The grounds are truly the crown jewel of this property. Reminiscent of a private park, the expansive backyard offers an extraordinary setting with lush, level lawns, mature gardens, and beautiful spaces to gather, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors. A spacious patio with a fire pit is ideal for evenings under the stars, while the swimming pool, generous pool deck, and adjoining pool house create an inviting setting for summer afternoons and celebrations. With room to play, entertain, garden, and make the grounds your own, the possibilities are endless. All of this comibined with top rated Lafayette schools, a great commute location near to to Hwy 24 & BART make this the perfect spot to call home!
Additional Information
- Style
- Ranch
- Stories
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Exterior
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Fireplace Features
- Family Room, Living Room
- Flooring
- Tile, Other, Engineered Wood
- Kitchen Features
- Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
- Laundry Features
- Hookups Only, Laundry Closet
- Lot Description
- Premium Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
- Total Number of Rooms
- 9
- Parking Features
- Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Pool
- Yes
- Pool Type
- Gas Heat, In Ground, Outdoor Pool
- Roof
- Wood
- Water Sewer
- Public
- Elementary School
- Lafayette (925) 280-3900
- High School
- Acalanes (925) 280-3900
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