
Lafayette, California 94549
This property presents a Strong Value Opportunity with a List Price of $1,953,300—positioned well below the $2,061,531 Fair Market Value by 5%. This valuation gap offers $108,231 in Instant Equity for buyers. Featuring a Condition Rating of 5, the home requires modernization but offers significant upside through its separately metered apartment and panoramic hill views. Located near top-rated schools like Miramonte High, this is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a value-add project in a prestigious Lafayette neighborhood.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 3822 Quail Ridge Rd Subject 5 bd · 5 ba · 3,322 sqft · $621 | $1,953,300* List Price | 5 | 5 | 3,322 | $621 | - |
A 820 Mariposa Sold 3 bd · 3 ba · 2,655 sqft · $714 · 1.0 mi | $1,896,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,655 | $714 | 1.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1973 and explicitly marketed as a 'Fixer' to be sold 'as-is,' this property is over 50 years old with kitchens and bathrooms that appear to be 30+ years old. While the interior has been staged with modern furniture and newer flooring, the listing confirms the need for significant modernization and renovation to address dated systems and finishes.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 22216, living area = 3322.
Elementary School: Happy Valley Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Orinda Intermediate School (9/10). High School: Miramonte High School (10/10).
The property includes a separately metered apartment, offering rare versatility for rental income, a private guest suite, or a dedicated home office space.
Explicitly marketed as a 'fixer' and sold in 'as-is' condition, the home necessitates a substantial additional investment of time and capital for immediate repairs.
Built in 1973, the property likely requires comprehensive updates to its original systems, layout, and finishes to meet the standards of the modern luxury market in Lafayette.
Brokers Open Tues 10/20 from 10:30-1pm - Offers Presented as Received - “Happy Valley Highlands Fixer with Separate Apartment & Significant Upside” in Lafayette’s scenic Happy Valley Highlands, 3822 Quail Ridge Road presents a rare opportunity for buyers seeking space, flexibility and significant upside potential. Built in 1973, this five-bedroom, five-bath home offers approximately 3,322 square feet of living space and is being sold as-is, providing the perfect canvas for renovation, modernization and value creation. A standout feature is the separately metered apartment, offering added versatility for extended living, guests, a home office or potential rental use. Set along desirable Quail Ridge Road, the property enjoys the privacy and natural beauty that define this established Lafayette neighborhood, with mature trees, rolling hills and views of the surrounding ridgelines. Neighborhood walking paths (Walter Costa Trail) provide convenient access toward Happy Valley Elementary, while downtown Lafayette, shopping, dining, BART and Highway 24 are just minutes away. With generous square footage, a flexible floor plan and compelling renovation potential, 3822 Quail Ridge Road offers an exceptional opportunity to reimagine a substantial Lafayette home in one of the area’s most desirable hillside settings. Views: Ridge
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.9 mi
Grades K-5 • 3.5 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| Baths | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Square foot | 3,322 | 2,538.301 |
| Lot Size | 22,216 | 17,864.29 |
| Price | $1.95M | $2.07M |
| Price per sq ft | $588 | $843 |
| Built year | 1973 | 1962 |
| HOA | $0 | $410 |
| Days on market | 21 | 35 |
Oct 3, 2026
$1,953,300
Initial Listing