
Lafayette, California 94549
This Versatile Residential Property represents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $1,195,000—positioned well below the $1,235,288 Fair Market Value by 3%. This valuation gap offers $40,288 in Instant Equity. Featuring a separate studio unit and a large 9,180 sqft lot, the home has a Condition Rating of 4, offering significant upside for cosmetic modernization. Located in the Acalanes High School District near top-rated schools, this property is ideal for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a value-add home.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1942, the property is well-maintained and functional but shows signs of older renovations (>20 years old). The bathroom features dated tile countertops and older fixtures, and the bedroom contains older gold-trimmed mirrored closet doors, indicating it is ripe for cosmetic updates.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 9180, living area = 1748.
Elementary School: Burton Valley Elementary School (10/10). Middle School: M. H. Stanley Middle School (9/10). High School: Acalanes High School (10/10).
The inclusion of a separate studio unit with a private entrance offers significant flexibility for rental income, a home office, or multi-generational living.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 4.
Originally built in 1942, the property may require significant capital investment for modernizing systems or aesthetic updates to meet contemporary buyer expectations.
The main residence contains only two bedrooms, which may limit its appeal to larger families who prefer more traditional bedroom counts within the primary living space.
Located in Lafayette's highly desirable Trails neighborhood, 980 Hawthorn Drive offers a rare combination of flexibility, convenience, and potential. The main home features two bedrooms and two bathrooms with a comfortable floor plan and light-filled living spaces. A standout feature is the separate studio unit with its own private entrance, providing an ideal space for guests, extended family, a home office, creative studio, or potential rental income. The private lot is enhanced by mature landscaping and enjoys close proximity to the Lafayette-Moraga Trail, downtown Lafayette, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, BART, and Highway 24. Whether you're looking to move right in or create your own vision over time, this property presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Lafayette's most sought-after neighborhoods.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi
Grades K-5 • 2.0 mi
Grades 6-8 • 0.3 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Square foot | 1,748 | 2,649 |
| Lot Size | 9,180 | 19,858 |
| Price | $1.20M | $2.25M |
| Price per sq ft | $684 | $877 |
| Built year | 1942 | 1963 |
| HOA | $0 | $349 |
| Days on market | 30 | 33 |
Jun 22, 2026
$1,195,000
Initial Listing