Welcome to 848 Santa Maria Avenue, a beautifully updated single-level rancher in Lafayette’s covetted Trails neighborhood. Exceptional curb appeal, lush landscaping, and a distinctly Napa-inspired feel set the tone from the moment you arrive. Enter through a charming front gate to a serene courtyard with mature landscaping and a tranquil water feature. Inside, light-filled interiors, wide-plank engineered hardwood floors, high-end finishes, and thoughtful updates create a timeless yet comfortable aesthetic. The expansive formal living room features vaulted ceilings, a striking Venetian plaster fireplace, and sliding doors to the backyard, flowing seamlessly into the formal dining room. The gourmet kitchen is designed for gathering with a center island with bar seating, two sinks, high-end stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and an adjacent pantry. Just off the dining room and kitchen, the spacious family room offers vaulted ceilings and direct outdoor access, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. A beautifully refreshed laundry room features custom cabinetry and elegant marble finishes is located next to the kitchen for ease and convenience. The main bedroom wing includes two generous secondary bedrooms, an updated hall bath, and a private primary suite with a walk-in closet, custom built-ins, French doors opening to the gardens, and an elegant bathroom with dual vanities and gorgeous finishes. A separate wing offers a guest bedroom, updated hall bath, and fifth bedroom ideal for an office or additional guest space, providing wonderful flexibility and privacy. Outside, park-like grounds are designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living with enchanting gardens, a large paver patio for al fresco dining, expansive level lawn, raised garden beds, rose garden, hot tub, and basketball area. Multiple outdoor access points connect the interiors to the grounds, making the home equally suited for relaxed afternoons and larger gatherings. Additional highlights include a newer roof, EV charger, and ample storage. Just steps from the Lafayette-Moraga Trail and minutes from top-rated schools, downtown Lafayette, and commute routes, this special property pairs thoughtful, curated design with beautiful grounds, single-level ease, and an unbeatable Lafayette location.
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$3,595,000
848 Santa Maria Way, Lafayette, CA 94549
5beds
3,174sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.33 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Stephanie Mull DRE #01955633 925-878-1896,
Compass,
Stella Tsakonas DRE #01363574 925-878-6603,
Compass
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41148107
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Disposal, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Skylight(s)
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Features
- Counter - Solid Surface, Pantry
- Flooring: Tile, Engineered Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,174
- Total interior livable area: 3,174 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Fencing: Fenced,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: Level, Premium Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2341400022
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lafayette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,698,668
- Date on market: 9/11/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/5/2021 | Sold | $3,350,000+11.9%$1,055/sqft |
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| 3/30/2021 | Pending sale | $2,995,000$944/sqft |
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| 3/23/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000+172.3%$944/sqft |
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| 8/31/2000 | Sold | $1,100,000$347/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $3,698,668 +2% |
| 2025 | $41,500 +1.7% | $3,626,146 +2% |
| 2024 | $40,803 +1.7% | $3,555,046 +2% |
| 2023 | $40,124 +1.5% | $3,485,340 +2% |
| 2022 | $39,516 +113.3% | $3,417,000 +123.1% |
| 2021 | $18,526 -0.3% | $1,531,293 +1% |
| 2020 | $18,585 +2.6% | $1,515,592 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,117 +3.7% | $1,485,875 +2% |
| 2018 | $17,478 +1.9% | $1,456,741 +2% |
| 2017 | $17,148 +1.7% | $1,428,178 +2% |
| 2016 | $16,863 +3.7% | $1,400,176 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $16,266 | $1,379,145 +2% |
| 2014 | $16,266 | $1,352,130 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,346,020 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,319,628 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,293,754 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,284,086 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,287,138 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,261,901 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,237,159 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,212,902 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,189,120 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,165,805 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,144,440 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $1,122,000 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $1,100,000 |
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