This beautifully remodeled single level home sits on a ½ acre lot w/ amazing views AND a detached guest studio at the rear of the lot. The entire home has been tastefully remodeled & has recessed lighting throughout, kitchen has subway & mosaic decorative backsplash w/ custom cabinets, granite countertops, heated tile flooring & stainless steel appliances. Bathrooms have been highly upgraded w/ heated tile flooring, frameless glass doors, solid surface counter tops, designer fixtures & crown molding. Enjoy amazing bay & valley views from your living room while sitting by the stone tile gas fireplace w/custom wood mantle & sconce lighting. Downstairs has a bonus room that would be a perfect home office, home theater or possible 4th bedroom. Rear of the lot features an orchard w/ a variety of fruit trees & veggie garden. Long driveway to access rear of the lot is perfect for RV & boat parking. Guest studio features full kitchen, full bathroom and large living space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$821Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jon Foster•DRE #01458054• EXP Realty of California, Inc
Bought with Jon Foster•DRE #01458054• EXP Realty of California, Inc
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40839408
Nov 9, 2018
Price Changed
$999,000
$518/sq ft
Nov 8, 2018
Sold
$1,250,777
$649/sq ft
Sep 28, 2018
Pending
—
Sep 28, 2018
Price Changed
$1,200,000
$622/sq ft
Sep 20, 2018
Listed
$999,000
$518/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40789706
Sep 21, 2017
Sold
$970,000
$503/sq ft
Aug 4, 2017
Pending
—
Jul 17, 2017
Listed
$1,090,000
$565/sq ft
+25
VIEWS! HALF ACRE LOT! Distinguished and exquisite! BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED, single level home situated on nearly level, ONE HALF ACRE. This home with Castro Valley and across the bay VIEWS, features gorgeous Redwood hardwood floors, gourmet granite and stainless steel kitchen with creative backsplash, pendant and recessed lighting, living room with stone tile gas fireplace with elegant sconce lighting, and baths featuring granite vanities, chic designer fixtures, and borderless glass shower doors. There is also a downstairs bonus room that can be used as a 4th bedroom. A premium half-acre lot features a mini orchard, vegetable garden, covered patio with deck, side access with double door gate for vehicle access and a guest studio with kitchen and full bath. This unique and stylish home is located in a highly sought after neighborhood of Castro Valley with award winning Proctor Elementary School.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40648331
Mar 28, 2014
Sold
$850,000
$441/sq ft
Mar 14, 2014
Pending
—
Mar 6, 2014
Listed
$750,000
$389/sq ft
+25
Spectacular views! Remodeled home w/room to entertain, garden or possibly build another home/in-law unit on this 1/2 acre lot w/side access. Oak flrs, rmdld eat-in kitchen, dual pane windows, spa, covered patio, beautiful landscaping, boat/RV parking, 2 car detached garage w/wrkshp. Open Sun 1-4
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40394029
May 5, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Feb 9, 2009
Listed
*
Public Records
Mar 23, 1978
Sold
$92,500
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,254 (+2.2%)
$418,312 + $977,178
$1,395,490
2024
$16,884 (+1.5%)
$418,312 + $977,178
$1,395,490
2023
$16,635 (+1.8%)
$410,111 + $958,019
$1,368,130
2022
$16,335 (+2.6%)
$394,188 + $920,824
$1,315,012
2021
$15,924 (+2.3%)
$394,188 + $920,824
$1,315,012
2020
$15,564 (−1.9%)
$386,460 + $902,770
$1,289,230
2019
$15,863 (+27.9%)
$382,500 + $893,520
$1,276,020
2018
$12,403 (+8.4%)
$375,000 + $876,000
$1,251,000
2017
$11,443 (+5.1%)
$269,341 + $628,462
$897,803
2016
$10,889 (+7.0%)
$269,341 + $628,462
$897,803
2015
$10,178 (+290.1%)
$264,060 + $616,140
$880,200
2014
$2,609 (+1.5%)
$108,281 + $82,025
$190,306
2013
$2,571 (+2.4%)
$108,281 + $82,025
$190,306
2012
$2,511 (+1.5%)
$107,792 + $81,655
$189,447
2011
$2,474 (+0.8%)
$105,679 + $80,054
$185,733
2010
$2,454
$103,607 + $78,484
$182,091
2009
$2,455 (+4.6%)
$102,833 + $77,898
$180,731
2008
$2,347
$103,077 + $78,083
$181,160
Tax history for 18675 Lamson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,254 (+2.2%)
$418,312 + $977,178
$1,395,490
2024
$16,884 (+1.5%)
$418,312 + $977,178
$1,395,490
2023
$16,635 (+1.8%)
$410,111 + $958,019
$1,368,130
2022
$16,335 (+2.6%)
$394,188 + $920,824
$1,315,012
2021
$15,924 (+2.3%)
$394,188 + $920,824
$1,315,012
2020
$15,564 (−1.9%)
$386,460 + $902,770
$1,289,230
2019
$15,863 (+27.9%)
$382,500 + $893,520
$1,276,020
2018
$12,403 (+8.4%)
$375,000 + $876,000
$1,251,000
2017
$11,443 (+5.1%)
$269,341 + $628,462
$897,803
2016
$10,889 (+7.0%)
$269,341 + $628,462
$897,803
2015
$10,178 (+290.1%)
$264,060 + $616,140
$880,200
2014
$2,609 (+1.5%)
$108,281 + $82,025
$190,306
2013
$2,571 (+2.4%)
$108,281 + $82,025
$190,306
2012
$2,511 (+1.5%)
$107,792 + $81,655
$189,447
2011
$2,474 (+0.8%)
$105,679 + $80,054
$185,733
2010
$2,454
$103,607 + $78,484
$182,091
2009
$2,455 (+4.6%)
$102,833 + $77,898
$180,731
2008
$2,347
$103,077 + $78,083
$181,160
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
1,928
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
084D116800300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residence Districts
Single-family residence districts, hereinafter designated as R-1 districts, are established to provide for and protect established neighborhoods of one-family dwellings, and to provide space in suitable locations for additional development of this kind, together with appropriate community facilities and allowance for restricted interim cultivation of the soil compatible with such low-density residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Feb 5, 2021 • Final
Building
Install a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system and a new electrical service panel.
Electrical
Electric meter
Solar
Apr 9, 2010 • Final
Building
Tear off the existing roof on a single-family home and install a new composition roof. Overlay the existing roof on a garage with composition shingles.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bonus/Plus Room, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 1928
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1948
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 22428
Lot Size Area: 0.52
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.52
Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,928
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Alameda County
APN: 084D116800300
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Chabot Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Creekside Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
10/10
Castro Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
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