SOLD 10/31/2022
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Home sold for $2,250,000 in 99 days
1221 Upper Happy Valley Rd Lafayette, CA, 94549
Neighborhood: Upper Happy VlyOff the market 4 beds 3 baths 2,599 sqft
Price Improvement! Upper Happy Valley neighborhood's best value. Enjoy warm, light-filled spaces, a glimmering pool, hillside views, total privacy, and a yard perfectly designed for outdoor living in this two-story 4 bed/3 bath Carmel-style home. Walls of glass fill the house with light, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. The open living and dining rooms are bright and inviting, with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and bar. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, ample storage and counter space, and parquet flooring that runs through the adjoining family room. The living room, family room, and primary bedroom have direct access to a large wraparound balcony that overlooks the gorgeous pool deck below. Sunny patios dot the property, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This Upper Happy Valley oasis makes you feel “away from it all” while being just minutes from downtown Lafayette, award-winning Lafayette schools, scenic walking trails, the Lafayette Reservoir, and the Lafayette and Orinda BART stations, and freeway access.
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Property details
2,599 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
2,599 sqft
View
Hills, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Other
Land area
21,780 sqft (0.50 acres)
Price per sqft
$865/sqft
Address
1221 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA, 94549
City of California
Lafayette
County
Contra Costa
Previous price
$2,575,000
Sold price
$2,250,000
Style
Contemporary
Stories
2
Year Built
1961
Neighborhood
Upper Happy Vly
District
Lafayette
Stories
Two Story
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Interior Features
10 rooms, Hardwood, Parquet, Tile, Carpet, Other floors
Beds
4
Baths
3
Floors
Hardwood, Parquet, Tile, Carpet, Other
Stories
Two Story
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Property Condition
Existing
Garage & Parking
Carport - 2 Or More, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, See Remarks
Rooms
10
# of fireplaces
2
Fireplaces
Brick, Family Room, Living Room, Raised Hearth
Laundry Features
Laundry Room, Electric
Heathing & Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Forced Air
Kitchen features
Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven
Other rooms
Unfinished Room, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
Basement
Crawl Space
Listed by
Alex Villasenor, Compass
Name
Alex Villasenor
License number
01258438
Brokerage company
Compass
MLS #
41002992
Buyer agent
Name
Sharlyn Prakash
Brokerage company
eXp Realty of California, Inc
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Mortgage
$6,909
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
Mortgage
$450,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
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$6,909 / month
Exterior Features
Composition Shingles, Wood Siding construction and more
Roof
Shingle
Utilities
Natural Gas Connected
Construction
Composition Shingles, Wood Siding
Pool
In Ground, Pool Cover, Solar Heat, On Lot, Solar Pool Owned, Outdoor Pool
Yard
Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Side, Storage, Terraced Down, Terraced Up, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc, Low Maintenance, Private Entrance, Yard Space
Lot details
TMK #247040001
Lot Description
Sloped Down, Regular, Sloped Up, Private, See Remarks, Flag Lot
Parcel nr.
247040001
Upper Happy Vly neighborhood info
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People living in Upper Happy Vly
44%
Families with children
National average: 39%
23%
Non family households
64,975
Population
$244,255
Average Income
Age & gender
Median age 46 years
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Commute types
65% commute by car
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Education level
40% have bachelor education
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Number of employees
11% work in management
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Vehicles available
43% have 2 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender
43% have 2 vehicle
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Housing market insights for
$2.16m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
sales price*
$2m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
sales price*
109
Number
of sales*
of sales*
Housing type
84% are single detacheds
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Rooms
44% of the houses have 8 or more rooms
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Bedrooms
50% have 4 or more bedrooms
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Owners vs Renters
81% are owners
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7.67 / 20
Below Average
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15-20
Most Walkable
10-15
Above Average
5-10
Below Average
1-5
Least Walkable
Walkability according to the National Walkability Index
Schools
14 schools with rating up to 9
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| out of 10 |
Happy Valley Elementary School
3855 Happy Valley Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
Elementary School |
0.631mi |
|
Contra Costa Jewish Day School
955 Risa Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
Middle School |
1.361mi | |
|
Bentley Upper
1000 Upper Happy Valley Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
High School |
0.799mi | |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| out of 10 |
Happy Valley Elementary School
3855 Happy Valley Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
0.631mi |
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Contra Costa Jewish Day School
955 Risa Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
1.361mi | |
| out of 10 |
Lafayette Elementary School
950 Moraga Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.226mi |
|
St. Perpetua
3445 Hamlin Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.698mi | |
| out of 10 |
Springhill Elementary School
3301 Springhill Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.835mi |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
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Contra Costa Jewish Day School
955 Risa Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
1.361mi | |
| out of 10 |
M. H. Stanley Middle School
3455 School Street,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.466mi |
|
St. Perpetua
3445 Hamlin Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.698mi | |
|
The Springstone School
1035 Carol Lane,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.852mi | |
|
Springstone School, The
1035 Carol Lane,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.855mi | |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
|
Bentley Upper
1000 Upper Happy Valley Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
0.799mi | |
|
Springstone Community High School
1035 Carol Lane,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.852mi | |
|
Springstone School, The
1035 Carol Lane,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
2.855mi | |
| out of 10 |
Acalanes High School
1200 Pleasant Hill Road,
Lafayette, CA 94549
|
3.05mi |
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Price history
Sold Oct 31, 2022
Upper Happy Vly Median sales price 2024
| Bedrooms | Med. price | % of listings |
|---|---|---|
| 4 beds | $3.2m | 100% |
| Date | Event | Price | $/sqft | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2022 | Sold | $2,250,000 | 865.72 | Public Record |
| Oct 17, 2022 | Pending | $2,250,000 | 865.72 | MLS #41002992 |
| Sep 25, 2022 | Price Decrease | $2,250,000 -12.62% | 865.72 | MLS #41002992 |
| Sep 15, 2022 | For sale | $2,575,000 | 990.77 | MLS #41002992 |
| Sep 2, 2022 | Pending | $2,575,000 | 990.77 | MLS #41002992 |
| Jul 25, 2022 | New Listing | $2,575,000 +243.33% | 990.77 | MLS #41002992 |
| May 3, 2000 | Sold | $750,000 | 323.14 | Public Record |
| May 3, 2000 | Price Increase | $750,000 +4.9% | 323.14 | MLS #11046179 |
| Apr 8, 2000 | Under contract | $715,000 | 308.06 | MLS #11046179 |
| Mar 24, 2000 | New Listing | $715,000 | 308.06 | MLS #11046179 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1221 Upper Happy Valley Rd
What is 1221 Upper Happy Valley Rd?
1221 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA, 94549 is a single family home located in the Upper Happy Vly neighborhood in the city of Lafayette, California with zipcode 94549. This single family home has 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms with an interior area of 2,599 sqft.
Which year was this home built?
This home was build in 1961.
Which year was this property last sold?
This property was sold in 2022.
What is the full address of this Home?
1221 Upper Happy Valley Rd, Lafayette, CA, 94549.
Are grocery stores nearby?
The closest grocery stores are Trader Joe's, 1.72 miles away and Safeway 0783, 2 miles away.
What is the neighborhood like?
The Upper Happy Vly neighborhood has a population of 64,975, and 44% of the families have children. The median age is 46.66 years and 65% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 81% is owner.
Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 04-23-2024. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Listing last updated on: Nov 01, 2022
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The closest grocery stores are Trader Joe's, 1.72 miles away and Safeway 0783, 2 miles away.
The Upper Happy Vly neighborhood has a population of 64,975, and 44% of the families have children. The median age is 46.66 years and 65% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 81% is owner.
*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.
