Courtesy of Brian Rochford, Rochford Real Estate 925-285-0439
Property Description
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.
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Property Details and Features
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Appliances & Equipment
- Appliances: “Dishwasher”, “Gas Range”, “Oven”, “Refrigerator”, “Gas Water Heater”
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Bathrooms
- 3 full bathrooms
- 3 total bathrooms
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Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
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Building
- Construction Materials: “Wood Siding”
- Living Area: 2655
- Year Built: 1952
- Level – Street: “3 Bedrooms”, “3 Baths”, “Primary Bedrm Suite – 1”, “Laundry Facility”, “Main Entry”
- Level – Upper: “Loft”
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Cooling
- Cooling: “None”
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Fireplaces
- Fireplace Included
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Floors
- Flooring: “Hardwood”, “Tile”, “Carpet”
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Garage
- 2 garage spaces
- Garage Included
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Heating
- Heating: “Zoned”
- Heating Included
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Laundry
- Features: “Laundry Closet”
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Location
- Subdivision Name: Downtown Laf
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Lot
- Lot Features: “Back Yard”, “Landscaped”
- Lot Size Acres: 0.55
- Lot Size Area: 23958
- Lot Size Square Feet: 23900
- Parcel Number: 2410920066
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Parking
- Parking Features: “Attached”, “Carport”, “Garage Door Opener”
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Pool
- Pool Features: “In Ground”, “Other”
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Property
- Property Condition: “Existing”
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- View: “Trees/Woods”
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Roof
- Roof: “Composition Shingles”
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Schools
- High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900
- Elementary School District: Lafayette (925) 280-3900
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Utilities
- Electric: “Other Solar”, “No Solar”
- Water Source: “Public”
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Windows
- Window Features: “Skylight(s)”
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Listing
- Sale/rent: For Sale
- $676 per square foot
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