See offer instructions disclosures.io. Offers due Fri 10/20 by EOB Welcome to 2231 Lessley Av. which is situated in a highly coveted area of south Castro Valley. This stunning single level home, offers a delightful combination of modern elegance and comfortable living. It appears to be a well-maintained home, that boasts a spacious and thoughtfully designed layout. As you step inside, you are greeted by an open-concept living area, ideal for both relaxation and entertainment. The living room features a large window; filling the space with natural light and creating a warm, welcoming ambiance. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with upgraded appliances, tile countertops/backsplash, and ample storage space. Adjacent to the kitchen is a cozy dine-in area; perfect for intimate family meals or hosting dinner parties with friends. The beautifully landscaped backyard offers plenty of space for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply enjoying the California sunshine. The patio area is ideal for al fresco dining and hosting summer BBQ’s. The property is conveniently located near 580, 880, BART, shopping, regional parks/open space, healthcare, Oakland Airport and more.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
5,040 sq ftLot Size
$750Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jeff Nesselroad•DRE #00989655• RE/MAX Accord
Bought with Raj Singh•DRE #02045719• Intero Real Estate Services
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41041429
Nov 6, 2023
Sold
$901,000
$708/sq ft
Oct 23, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 10, 2023
Listed
$825,000
$649/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,013 (+2.9%)
$87,270 + $90,379
$177,649
2024
$2,930 (+81.8%)
$87,270 + $90,379
$177,649
2023
$1,611 (+3.4%)
$85,559 + $88,607
$174,166
2022
$1,559 (+2.2%)
$28,311 + $36,240
$64,551
2021
$1,525 (+1.9%)
$28,311 + $36,240
$64,551
2020
$1,496 (−0.2%)
$27,756 + $35,530
$63,286
2019
$1,499 (+4.7%)
$27,471 + $35,165
$62,636
2018
$1,432 (+2.7%)
$26,933 + $34,476
$61,409
2017
$1,394 (+7.5%)
$25,887 + $33,137
$59,024
2016
$1,297 (+4.3%)
$25,887 + $33,137
$59,024
2015
$1,243 (+5.9%)
$25,379 + $32,488
$57,867
2014
$1,174 (+3.2%)
$24,509 + $31,373
$55,882
2013
$1,138 (+3.0%)
$24,509 + $31,373
$55,882
2012
$1,105 (+6.8%)
$24,398 + $31,231
$55,629
2011
$1,035 (+2.0%)
$23,920 + $30,619
$54,539
2010
$1,015 (+0.3%)
$23,451 + $30,019
$53,470
2009
$1,012 (+8.2%)
$23,275 + $29,794
$53,069
2008
$936
$23,331 + $29,865
$53,196
Tax history for 2231 Lessley Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,013 (+2.9%)
$87,270 + $90,379
$177,649
2024
$2,930 (+81.8%)
$87,270 + $90,379
$177,649
2023
$1,611 (+3.4%)
$85,559 + $88,607
$174,166
2022
$1,559 (+2.2%)
$28,311 + $36,240
$64,551
2021
$1,525 (+1.9%)
$28,311 + $36,240
$64,551
2020
$1,496 (−0.2%)
$27,756 + $35,530
$63,286
2019
$1,499 (+4.7%)
$27,471 + $35,165
$62,636
2018
$1,432 (+2.7%)
$26,933 + $34,476
$61,409
2017
$1,394 (+7.5%)
$25,887 + $33,137
$59,024
2016
$1,297 (+4.3%)
$25,887 + $33,137
$59,024
2015
$1,243 (+5.9%)
$25,379 + $32,488
$57,867
2014
$1,174 (+3.2%)
$24,509 + $31,373
$55,882
2013
$1,138 (+3.0%)
$24,509 + $31,373
$55,882
2012
$1,105 (+6.8%)
$24,398 + $31,231
$55,629
2011
$1,035 (+2.0%)
$23,920 + $30,619
$54,539
2010
$1,015 (+0.3%)
$23,451 + $30,019
$53,470
2009
$1,012 (+8.2%)
$23,275 + $29,794
$53,069
2008
$936
$23,331 + $29,865
$53,196
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,040 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
1,258
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
415 011003700
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
Mar 27, 2018 • Final
Building
Replace supply ducts for an existing heating and air conditioning system.
HVAC
Apr 23, 2015 • Final
Building
Replace a furnace in a residential building.
HVAC
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
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Tub, Updated Baths
Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Smart Thermostat
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, In Garage, Cabinets, Sink
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Exterior Features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard, Wood
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 1272
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1948
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 5040
Lot Size Area: 0.12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Front Yard, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
Utilities
Green Features Information
Green Energy Efficient: Ceiling Insulation, Appliances, Water Heater
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: All Public Utilities, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
School Information
High School District: Hayward (510) 784-2600
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,258
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,040 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Alameda County
APN: 415 011003700
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fairview Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.5mi
2/10
Bret Harte Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
4/10
Hayward High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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