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.
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Price
$2,595,000
Days On Site
1 Day
Bedrooms
4
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,298 sqft
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
0.53 Acres
Year Built
1961
MLS® Number
41104540
Status
Active
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
N/A
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4 hours ago
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yesterday
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General Features
Acres
0.53
Cross Street
Happy Valley Rd
Disclosures
Nat Hazard DisclosureOther - Call/See Agent
Number Of Stories
2
Parking
Carport
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Sewer
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances
Standard
SqFt Total
2298
Style
Mid Century Modern
Water Source
Public
Interior Features
Appliances
DishwasherOvenElectric Range
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Flooring
TileWood
Heating
Forced Air
Interior
Storage
Laundry Features
Laundry Room
Window Features
Skylight(s)
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Exterior Features
Construction Details
Wood Siding
Exterior
GardenPrivate Entrance
Fencing
Fenced
Pool Features
In GroundOutdoor PoolPrivate
Private Pool
Yes
Roof
Other
View
Hills
Waterview
Hills
Windows/Doors
Skylight(s)
Community Features
MLS Area
Listing
School District
Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Schools
School District
Acalanes (925) 280-3900
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Kaaren Brickman of Dudum Real Estate Group 9253515049
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Last checked: 2025-07-12 09:51 PM UTC
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