Lafayette Homes with Sloped Up Lot description

Lafayette Homes with Sloped Up Lot description

Welcome to Lafayette, California – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Contra Costa County. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Lafayette boasts picturesque rolling hills, lush parks, and a vibrant community that makes it an ideal place to call home. With a rich history and a strong sense of community, Lafayette offers residents a unique blend of suburban charm and urban convenience.

One of the standout features of Lafayette is its diverse real estate market, particularly homes situated on sloped up lots. These properties not only provide breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys but also offer a sense of privacy and tranquility that is hard to find elsewhere. Imagine waking up to panoramic vistas, where the morning sun bathes your home in golden light, and the evening sunsets create a spectacular backdrop for your evening gatherings.

Homes with sloped up lots in Lafayette often feature spacious layouts, expansive outdoor areas, and the potential for beautifully landscaped gardens. The elevation adds character and a unique architectural appeal, allowing homeowners to create outdoor living spaces that take full advantage of the stunning views. Whether you’re looking for a family home or a serene retreat, these properties offer endless possibilities for customization and personal expression.

Lafayette is also known for its top-rated schools, vibrant downtown area filled with shops and restaurants, and numerous recreational opportunities, from hiking trails to community events. With its perfect blend of nature, community, and real estate opportunities, Lafayette is truly a place where you can thrive. Come explore the charm of Lafayette and discover your dream home today!

Newest Lafayette Homes with Sloped Up Lot description

799 Moraga Rd, Lafayette
$1,485,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41152725 MLS
A private hillside retreat just minutes from downtown Lafayette! *Ask how to make this a 4th bedroom home* Set in the desirable Tanglewood neighborhood, this distinctive home offers over 3,400+ square feet of living space on approx 0.59 acres, surrounded by mature trees with beautiful valley and treetop views. Two expansive living areas provide plenty of space for everyday living and entertaining. The impressive great room features vaulted ceilings with exposed clear redwood beams, a striking stone fireplace, generous dining area, and expansive windows overlooking the deck and gardens. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a large center island, while a second oversized living room opens through French doors to the backyard and covered front porch. Two bedrooms and a full bathroom are located on the main level, while the expansive upstairs primary suite features treetop views, an oversized walk-in closet, soaking tub, dual vanities, and convenient laundry, with potential to add a fourth bedroom upstairs. This room has potential to convert into 4 bedrooms. The paver driveway is large with enough room for multiple cars. Additional highlights include quarter-sawn oak floors, an attached two-car garage, and Tesla Powerwall battery storage. With its private setting, generous proportions, and distinctive architectural character, this property offers an opportunity to update and personalize a truly unique home. Enjoy highly regarded Lafayette schools, nearby trails, downtown shopping and dining, BART, and Highway 24 just minutes away.

799 Moraga Rd, Lafayette

Listing courtesy of Linnette Edwards from Vanguard Properties. 925-580-8801

954 Reliez Station Rd, Lafayette
$1,850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41152664 MLS
Main House: 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath | 1868± Sq. Ft. The Little House: 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 290± Sq. Ft. The Garden House: 220± Sq. Ft. .50± Acre Lot | 2-Car Garage Charming. Whimsical. Wonderfully convenient. Welcome to a storybook Lafayette retreat on .50± acre, pairing a 1,868± square-foot main house with 865± square feet of flexible space across three outbuildings. It carries a true fairy-tale pedigree: brickwork by Doug Allinger, stepson of celebrated builder Carr Jones, extends all the way to the custom mailbox. The magic begins at the front door and its speakeasy window. Inside, seven skylights and largely Andersen and Marvin windows and doors fill the home with light. The open living and dining room gathers around a fireplace, a separate family room offers another place to unwind, and a breakfast nook and bay window invite lingering. Three bedrooms and two baths include an unusually generous primary bath with heated herringbone marble floors, a curbless walk-in shower, custom cabinetry, a vanity with built-in desk, and a skylight. Outside, upper and lower lawns, flower beds, a prolific Meyer lemon, and a gated garden with four planting beds create vignettes at every turn. The Little House, updated with a walk-in shower, suits a home office, studio, or guest suite. The two-level Garden House playhouse, with a turret, Dutch door, and sleeping loft, has the feel of a tree house, while a skylit studio above the garage invites creative pursuits. Original murals by local artist Norman Remer grace both the Garden House and the garage studio. Burton Valley Elementary, Stanley Middle, and Acalanes High complete the award-winning school path, The Meher Schools offers a private option, and a Burton Valley Elementary bus stop sits directly across the street. A Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail connector begins just past the neighboring home, and downtown Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Highway 24, and Interstate 680 are all within easy reach. Made for readers, dreamers, and tinkerers, this is a home with a story worth continuing. The next chapter is yours to write.

954 Reliez Station Rd, Lafayette

Listing courtesy of Dana Green from Compass. 925-339-1918

3252 Alta Ln, Lafayette
$2,240,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 41151991 MLS
EXTRAORDINARY LAFAYETTE HILLTOP ESTATE | INFINITY POOL | PRIVATE VINEYARD | PANORAMIC VIEWS | SEPARATE ADU! Experience resort-style luxury on approximately 3.1 spectacular acres in the Lafayette hills! make offers https://bit.ly/altaln3252 This extraordinary private estate features a breathtaking saltwater infinity-edge pool, spa, terraced hillside vineyard, sweeping valley views, and a separate 1,100 sq. ft. ADU with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. A rare combination of luxury, privacy, and versatility! The striking 3,418 sq. ft. mid-century main residence offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, dramatic architectural rooflines, soaring vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, and beautiful hillside views. Enjoy spacious living areas, a fireplace, formal dining, and an impressive billiards room with wet bar and direct deck access. The generous primary suite features French doors opening to the outdoors. Step outside into your own private resort! The spectacular infinity pool overlooks the surrounding hills, complemented by a spa, fire pit, and fully equipped outdoor entertaining pavilion featuring a built-in BBQ, refrigerator, ice maker, dishwasher, television, sound system, and poolside bathroom/changing area. Perfect for unforgettable gatherings or peaceful evenings enjoying the views! Beautifully landscaped grounds showcase majestic oak trees, towering redwoods, Japanese maples, colorful gardens, and a picturesque private vineyard just steps from the pool. The separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath ADU offers exceptional flexibility for guests, extended living, or additional uses. Additional highlights include a wine cellar, 3-car garage at the main residence, and 2-car garage beneath the ADU. Enjoy the tranquility of a secluded hilltop retreat while remaining conveniently close to downtown Lafayette, shopping, restaurants, BART, and major commuter routes. An exceptional opportunity to own a private Lafayette estate offering breathtaking views, resort-style amenities, expansive acreage, and two residences. This remarkable property must be experienced in person. Square footage is not verified bury to verify for them selves.

3252 Alta Ln, Lafayette

Listing courtesy of Angela Hern from Keller Williams Realty. 925-785-5933

20 Surmont Ct, Lafayette
$2,650,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 41150665 MLS
Perched at the top of a private drive, 20 Surmont Ct has sweeping 180° views of Mt. Diablo and the glittering lights of downtown Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill. A large front porch welcomes you home and frames the mountain views. Inside, soaring ceilings in the entry and living room create a dramatic first impression. A formal dining room sets the stage for gatherings, while the open-concept family room and eat-in kitchen are the true heart of the home. The kitchen is a showpiece, with a large island, gas cooktop, prep sink, walls of storage and a 300-bottle wine refrigerator, all wrapped in a rich deep blue-grey palette. Step out to a private deck off the kitchen, where a waterfall and pond create your own tranquil escape. The sellers completed a $500,000+ remodel, adding new flooring, renovated bathrooms and kitchens, and all-new fixtures, faucets and hardware throughout. The main home has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms across two levels. An attached ADU with interior and exterior access has a full kitchen, formal dining room, separate living room, spacious bedroom, full bath and storage. It’s perfect for multigenerational living, guests or a private office suite. Four outdoor spaces include the front porch, two back decks and the waterfall deck. The 4-car garage is a rarity in Lamorinda. Owned solar, top-rated Lafayette schools, including Acalanes High, and minutes to downtown Lafayette, BART, Hwy 24 and trails.

20 Surmont Ct, Lafayette

Listing courtesy of Dayna Wilson from Keller Williams Realty. 925-788-6582

3364 Walnut Ln, Lafayette
$1,598,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 41148794 MLS
:Timeless Charm, Privacy & Scenic Hillside Views Coveted schools, Energy efficient with OWNED SOLAR, 2 Tesla battery back- ups add long term value to this exceptional home. This beautifully refreshed residence blends timeless character with comfort, privacy, and a peaceful connection to the outdoors. Tucked away near the end of a quiet lane on approximately 0.59 acres, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom updated home offers 2,107± square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with a 2-car garage and additional parking spaces. There's even more massive storage; under the home you can stand up in [accessible from the garage]. Filled with natural light, vaulted ceilings, the bright and welcoming updated kitchen, with 2 garden windows for growing herbs provides an ideal space for everyday living and gathering. Fresh new carpeting, and paint make this home move-in ready and feel new throughout. The formal dining room flows seamlessly into the spacious living room, where soaring vaulted ceilings add architectural character creating a dramatic first impression. The enormous family room upstairs opens directly onto a massive deck complete with extra seating. Step outside to unwind in the relaxing in ground spa and enjoy the tranquility of the property's scenic hillside views and expansive outdoor setting. French drains installed 2017. Whether you envision gardening, entertaining, creating play areas, or simply relaxing in the privacy of your own backyard, the possibilities are endless. This is rare opportunity to own a home that combines privacy, flexibility, elegance, and an idyllic setting, to enjoy a lifestyle while making it your own. Warning…your friends may never want to leave!

3364 Walnut Ln, Lafayette

Listing courtesy of Dorothy Broderson from RE/MAX Accord. 925-963-8800

33 Deer Trail, Lafayette
$4,150,000
6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 41125326 MLS
MORE PRIVACY. MORE SPACE. MORE LIFESTYLE. STILL CONNECTED TO THE CITY. A distinctive Lafayette residence for those ready to trade the pace of San Francisco for something more expansive, without giving up connection to the city. This exceptional Happy Valley residence offers a rare combination of privacy, space and lifestyle. Set against breathtaking views and surrounded by nature, the property feels wonderfully removed from the everyday while remaining just minutes from downtown Lafayette, BART and Highway 24. With direct access to Briones Regional Park and its 6,200+ acres of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding, the setting invites an active, indoor-outdoor way of life. Inside, expansive living spaces are designed for both everyday ease and effortless entertaining. The chef’s kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, wet bar, bar seating and a sun-drenched dining nook, complemented by a formal dining room, generous living room and private office, all oriented to capture the spectacular views. The main-level primary retreat is a private sanctuary, with a spa-inspired bath, dual walk-in closets and direct access to the outdoors. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms, two baths, a versatile flex space, balcony and bonus room offer exceptional flexibility for family, guests, work and recreation. Outside, the resort-like grounds are equally compelling. Multiple patios and large deck create inviting spaces for entertaining, while the pool and spa, fire pit and bocce court bring a relaxed sense of California resort living. Enchanting gardens, a chicken coop and a private trail leading directly into Briones add to the property's distinctive character. A detached three-car garage and one-bedroom guest house provide additional space and versatility. Just minutes from downtown Lafayette, BART, Highway 24, Briones Regional Park and top-rated Lafayette schools, this is more than a home...it's a different way of living: more room to breathe, more privacy to enjoy, and more lifestyle to embrace, all while staying connected to everything the Bay Area has to offer.

33 Deer Trail, Lafayette

Listing courtesy of Stephanie Mull from Compass. 925-878-1896

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