First time on the market in over 50 years, 3806 Palo Alto Drive presents a rare opportunity to own a classic mid-century home in Lafayette’s highly sought-after Happy Valley neighborhood. Built in 1961, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers iconic architectural features including vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, walls of windows and expansive sliding doors that seamlessly connect the indoors to the front and side decks and to the stunning backyard with a sparkling pool beyond. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot, the home invites indoor-outdoor living with abundant natural light and serene views from nearly every room. The freshly painted bedrooms provide a bright, inviting canvas, while the original layout offers the perfect opportunity to reimagine and personalize your dream kitchen and primary suite. Located in one of Lafayette’s most desirable enclaves – known for its quiet charm, excellent schools, and close proximity to downtown and BART – this is a timeless property with unmatched potential. Don’t miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to make a mid-century masterpiece your own. Don’t miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to make a mid-century masterpiece your own.
Property Details
Price:
$2,595,000
MLS #:
41104540
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Address:
3806 Palo Alto Dr
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
HAPPY VALLEY
City:
Lafayette
Listed Date:
Jul 11, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
2,298
ZIP:
94549
Lot Size:
23,100 sqft / 0.53 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1961
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School District:
Acalanes
Interior
Cooling
None
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Exterior
Garage Spaces
0.00
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Timer
Parking Features
Carport
Parking Spots
0.00
Pool Features
In Ground
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Public Sewer
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Community
- Address3806 Palo Alto Dr Lafayette CA
- SubdivisionHAPPY VALLEY
- CityLafayette
- CountyContra Costa
- Zip Code94549
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3806 Palo Alto Dr
Lafayette, CA
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