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listing_id: CC41146203
status: Active
price: 2495000
beds: 3
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 2686
sqft_lot: 43996
lot_acres: 1.01
year_built: 1946
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "1232 Upper Happy Valley"
city: Lafayette
state: CA
zip: 94549
county: "Contra Costa County"
lat: 37.9040779
lng: -122.1520288
days_on_market: 0
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 3
list_agent: "Brian Rochford"
list_office: "Rochford Real Estate"
list_agent_phone: "(925) 285-0439"
list_agent_license: 01470068
mls_source: MAXEBRDI
modified: 2026-08-26
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Contra Costa County | Lafayette | 94549 | 1232 Upper Happy Valley

1232 Upper Happy Valley, Lafayette, CA 94549

MLS: CC41146203 | Status: Active | Price: $2,495,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 3
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Acres Lot Yr Built
3 3 2,686 1.01 1946

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Saturday, August 29 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Brian Rochford
Sunday, August 30 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Brian Rochford
Tuesday, September 1 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Brian Rochford

Remarks

A truly special Happy Valley estate, cherished by the same family for generations and ready for its next chapter. Tucked behind wrought-iron gates and down a private, tree-lined drive, this one-of-a-kind property offers approximately 1.01 acres of flat, usable land, exceptional privacy, and timeless character. The single-level 3BR/3BA home offers approximately 2,600 sq ft with high ceilings, hardwood floors, expansive windows, formal living and dining rooms, family room, and a functional kitchen with breakfast nook. The beautifully landscaped grounds are the heart of the property, with expansive lawns, mature trees, gardens, multiple outdoor seating areas, and a sparkling gated pool creating an extraordinary setting for entertaining and everyday enjoyment. A three-car carport, additional workshop, and full-size laundry room provide added functionality. This is a property filled with family history and memories—from a granddaughter learning to ride her bike in the driveway to a wedding celebrated in the backyard and countless gatherings with family and friends. Ideally located minutes from downtown Lafayette, BART, and top-rated schools, this rare Happy Valley estate offers an exceptional opportunity to preserve its timeless charm, reimagine the existing home, or create something

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CC41146203
MLS Source Contra Costa Association of Realtors
Days on Site 0

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Primary - Shower(s) over Tub(s), Other
Kitchen Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Tile, Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Appliances Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room Formal Dining Room
Family Room Separate Family Room
Fireplace Brick, Living Room
Flooring Hardwood, Linoleum
Laundry In Closet
Cooling Central -1 Zone
Heating Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Crawl Space
Pool In Ground
Style Ranch

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, Garage, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Garage: 3 Car(s)
High School District Acalanes Union High

Contact Information

Brian Rochford
Rochford Real Estate
License #: 01470068
Phone: (925) 285-0439

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Happy Valley Elementary School public K-5 0.53 mi 8
Lafayette Elementary School public K-5 2.17 mi 9
Glorietta Elementary School public K-5 2.31 mi 10
M. H. Stanley Middle School public 6-8 2.39 mi 8
Sleepy Hollow Elementary School public K-5 2.65 mi 10
Springhill Elementary School public K-5 2.75 mi 7
Campolindo High School public 9-12 2.91 mi 10
Acalanes High School public 9-12 3.00 mi 10
Wagner Ranch Elementary School public K-5 3.02 mi 10
Donald L. Rheem Elementary School public K-5 3.38 mi 8
Orinda Intermediate School public 6-8 3.67 mi 10
Del Rey Elementary School public K-5 4.04 mi 9
Los Perales Elementary School public K-5 4.10 mi 9
Pleasant Hill Elementary School public K-5 4.24 mi 6
Miramonte High School public 9-12 4.31 mi 10
Burton Valley Elementary School public K-5 4.33 mi 9
Buena Vista Elementary School public K-5 4.54 mi 9
Acalanes Center For Independent Study public 9-12 4.54 mi 5
Parkmead Elementary School public K-5 4.72 mi 8
Acalanes Adult Education Center public UG 4.73 mi N/A

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
30 Dias Dorados $2,795,000 5 4 3,988 Active
12 E Altarinda $2,450,000 4 4 3,627 PendingDoNotShow
9 Northridge Ln $2,495,000 3 3/2 4,455 Active
10 Hillcrest Dr $2,795,000 4 3 2,972 PendingDoNotShow

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of August 26, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Brian Rochford, (925) 285-0439.