A Rare Opportunity in Upper Happy Valley by appointment only. Discover the potential to build your dream home on this exceptional one-acre property in Lafayettes prestigious Upper Happy Valley neighborhood that has top rated local schools. Nestled in a sought-after hillside setting in western Lafayette, this private retreat offers mature trees, peaceful surroundings, and a sense of seclusion, yet it is close to downtown dining, boutiques and shopping. The property features a mostly level area where the existing home is situated, along with a detached two-car garage positioned one level above the residence. The parcel extends along a private road, anchored by a smaller carport at the upper end. The downhill area extends in the vicinity of the mailboxes off Upper Happy Valley Road, offering a unique layout with multiple areas to explore and envision.
Enjoy the tranquility of a secluded setting while remaining just minutes from downtown Lafayettes acclaimed dining, boutique shopping, and reservoir, which is perfect for taking walks. Whether you envision creating a custom estate or reimagining the existing property, this is a special opportunity to bring your vision to life in one of Lafayettes most desirable locations.
For sale
$999,000
1175 Oleander Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549
3beds
2,443sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1947
1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$409/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michele Dee 01438284 650-455-2260,
Better Homes and Gardens RE Reliance 510-657-8222
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82066805
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Dining room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,443
- Total interior livable area: 2,443 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2470400058
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Lafayette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $409/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $554,849
- Date on market: 11/7/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,000+106%$409/sqft |
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| 6/9/1999 | Sold | $485,000$199/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $554,849 +2% |
| 2025 | $7,001 +1.9% | $543,970 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,870 +1.9% | $533,305 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,739 +1.5% | $522,849 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,637 +3.1% | $512,598 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,437 +0.4% | $502,548 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,414 +5.7% | $497,396 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,068 +3.8% | $487,644 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,843 +2.2% | $478,084 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,716 +2.2% | $468,711 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,593 +4.3% | $459,522 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,364 | $452,621 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,364 | $443,756 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $441,752 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $433,091 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $424,600 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $421,428 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $422,430 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $414,148 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $406,029 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $398,068 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $390,263 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $382,612 +1% |
| 2003 | -- | $378,850 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $371,422 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $364,140 |
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Neighborhood: 94549
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: HappyValleyElementary_2
- Middle: MHStanleyMiddle
- High: AcalanesHigh
- District: LafayetteElementary
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





