Tucked in the heart of Lafayette, 820 Mariposa Rd is a charming single-story home that seamlessly blends warmth, character, and extraordinary potential. A sweeping wrap-around deck captures panoramic hill views while keeping you just steps from downtown Lafayette's beloved shops, restaurants, top-rated schools, and BART. Inside, rich hardwood floors and soaring vaulted ceilings with skylights fill the main living spaces with natural light. The open-concept kitchen features a center island and vaulted ceilings that flow effortlessly into the adjoining living room — perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. A separate library with a fireplace and built-in bookcases offers a quiet retreat, while an upstairs loft provides a versatile study or office nook. The primary ensuite includes a generous wall of closets, complemented by two separate bathrooms. Step outside to a private backyard sanctuary shaded by majestic oak trees. A large covered patio creates an ideal year-round gathering space, while koi ponds, a greenhouse, hot tub, and playhouse add to the magic. A pool awaiting restoration rounds out this exceptional outdoor setting. With timeless appeal and limitless opportunity to make it your own, this Lafayette gem is not to be missed.
Under contract
$1,795,000
820 Mariposa Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
3beds
2,655sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.55 Acres Lot
$1,740,200 Zestimate®
$676/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Panoramic hill viewsCenter islandOpen-concept kitchenKoi pondsHot tubTwo separate bathroomsRich hardwood floors
- 90 days |
- 732 |
- 48 |
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Listed by:
Brian Rochford DRE #01470068 925-285-0439,
Rochford Real Estate
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41135888
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Main Entry, Loft, Den, Family Room, Library
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower, Split Bath, Tile, Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s)
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Common Area
Features
- Formal Dining Room, Study
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,655
- Total interior livable area: 2,655 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Carport, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Garden/Play
- Pool features: In Ground, Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2410920066
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other Solar, No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Downtown Laf
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lafayette
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $676/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $878,472
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
Estimated market value
$1,740,200
$1.65M - $1.83M
$6,709/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2026 | Contingent | $1,795,000$676/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41135888 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+88.9%$676/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41135888 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2001 | Sold | $950,000$358/sqft |
Source: CCAR #11108979 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $878,472 +2% |
| 2025 | $11,441 +1.8% | $861,248 +2% |
| 2024 | $11,243 +1.9% | $844,362 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,038 +1.6% | $827,806 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,867 +3% | $811,575 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,553 +0.1% | $795,663 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,541 +3.8% | $787,505 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,155 +3.6% | $772,065 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,800 +2.1% | $756,928 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,603 +1.7% | $742,087 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,440 +3.9% | $727,537 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $9,085 | $716,610 +2% |
| 2014 | $9,085 | $702,573 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $699,398 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $685,685 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $672,241 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $667,218 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $668,804 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $655,691 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $642,835 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $630,231 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $617,875 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $605,760 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $594,658 -37.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $950,000 +414.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $184,648 |
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Neighborhood: 94549
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Lafayette Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10M. H. Stanley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Acalanes High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900
Source: CCAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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