This seldom available & most sought after single level 5 bdr, 2 ba largest floor plan Eichler, w/characteristic double A frame is in highly rated school district. Light, airy, open living space w/lots of glass provides a sense of living within nature. Spotless, well-maintained home on approx. 0.31ac has open design kitchen flowing naturally into family room - perfect for entertaining. Spacious living & dining areas open to each other & include high ceilings & a classic Eichler floor to ceiling fireplace w/insert. 3 bedrooms w/bath on one side of the house, master bedroom & another room linked by a bath on the other side, offer privacy. Large extended atrium adds extra living space. Pool, huge yard with hilltop fruit trees & view of South Bay complete the picture. New radiant heat boiler & new foam roof. Fully equipped kitchen & laundry w/new w/d & dishwasher. Close to park w/play area, hiking & Bay views.Centrally located Castro Valley is served by BART for easy access to many cities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$939Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Ela Strong•DRE #00890577• Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Bought with Gina Piper•DRE #01201349• Elation Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40946485
May 28, 2021
Sold
$1,770,000
$894/sq ft
Apr 29, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2021
Listed
$1,580,000
$798/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40782283
Jun 29, 2017
Sold
$1,175,000
$594/sq ft
Jun 1, 2017
Pending
—
May 19, 2017
Listed
$1,150,000
$581/sq ft
+25
This seldom available & most sought after single level 5 bdr, 2 ba largest floor plan Eichler, w/characteristic double A frame is in top rated school district. Light, airy, open living space w/lots of glass provides a sense of living within nature. Spotless, well-maintained home on approx.0.31ac.has open-design kitchen flowing naturally into family room - perfect for entertaining. Spacious living & dining areas open to each other & include high ceilings & a classic Eichler floor to ceiling fireplace w/insert. 3 bdrms w/bath on one side of the house, Master Bdr & another room linked by a bath, on the other side offer lots of privacy. Large extended atrium w/small deck adds wonderful extra living space.Pool, huge yard with hilltop orchard & view of South Bay complete the picture. Close to park w/play area, hiking, and Bay views. Centrally located in the Bay area, Castro Valley is served by BART for easy commute to many areas including San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Fremont.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,566 (+2.5%)
$574,765 + $1,348,666
$1,923,431
2024
$22,982 (+1.4%)
$574,765 + $1,348,666
$1,923,431
2023
$22,656 (+1.8%)
$563,497 + $1,314,826
$1,878,323
2022
$22,257 (+42.1%)
$541,620 + $1,263,780
$1,805,400
2021
$15,658 (+2.3%)
$541,620 + $1,263,780
$1,805,400
2020
$15,304 (−1.9%)
$377,946 + $881,876
$1,259,822
2019
$15,600 (+2.9%)
$374,073 + $872,837
$1,246,910
2018
$15,163 (+562.7%)
$366,741 + $855,729
$1,222,470
2017
$2,288 (+5.1%)
$40,610 + $94,418
$135,028
2016
$2,177 (+6.9%)
$40,610 + $94,418
$135,028
2015
$2,036 (+6.7%)
$39,814 + $92,567
$132,381
2014
$1,909 (+1.9%)
$38,448 + $89,391
$127,839
2013
$1,873 (+2.6%)
$38,448 + $89,391
$127,839
2012
$1,825 (+1.5%)
$38,274 + $88,987
$127,261
2011
$1,798 (+0.9%)
$37,524 + $87,243
$124,767
2010
$1,781 (+0.2%)
$36,788 + $85,533
$122,321
2009
$1,778 (+5.5%)
$36,513 + $84,894
$121,407
2008
$1,686
$36,600 + $85,095
$121,695
Tax history for 5954 Greenridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$23,566 (+2.5%)
$574,765 + $1,348,666
$1,923,431
2024
$22,982 (+1.4%)
$574,765 + $1,348,666
$1,923,431
2023
$22,656 (+1.8%)
$563,497 + $1,314,826
$1,878,323
2022
$22,257 (+42.1%)
$541,620 + $1,263,780
$1,805,400
2021
$15,658 (+2.3%)
$541,620 + $1,263,780
$1,805,400
2020
$15,304 (−1.9%)
$377,946 + $881,876
$1,259,822
2019
$15,600 (+2.9%)
$374,073 + $872,837
$1,246,910
2018
$15,163 (+562.7%)
$366,741 + $855,729
$1,222,470
2017
$2,288 (+5.1%)
$40,610 + $94,418
$135,028
2016
$2,177 (+6.9%)
$40,610 + $94,418
$135,028
2015
$2,036 (+6.7%)
$39,814 + $92,567
$132,381
2014
$1,909 (+1.9%)
$38,448 + $89,391
$127,839
2013
$1,873 (+2.6%)
$38,448 + $89,391
$127,839
2012
$1,825 (+1.5%)
$38,274 + $88,987
$127,261
2011
$1,798 (+0.9%)
$37,524 + $87,243
$124,767
2010
$1,781 (+0.2%)
$36,788 + $85,533
$122,321
2009
$1,778 (+5.5%)
$36,513 + $84,894
$121,407
2008
$1,686
$36,600 + $85,095
$121,695
*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
5
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
1964
Sq. Ft.
1,979
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
085 160502201
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
May 13, 2024 • Final
Building
Heat pump
HVAC
Feb 1, 2024 • Final
Building
Install a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system on a residential building.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Skylight, Split Bath, Updated Baths, Outside Access
Interior Features: Atrium, Dining Area, Family Room, Breakfast Bar, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Smart Thermostat
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Washer, Electric
Street Level Features: 5 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Tile, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Breakfast Bar,Counter - Tile,Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Microwave,Range/Oven Free Standing,Refrigerator,Skylight(s),Trash Compactor
Rooms Total: 7
Fireplace Features: Brick, Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,979
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
Pool Information
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
Has Private Pool
Property Information
Living Area: 1979
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1963
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 13452
Lot Size Area: 0.31
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.31
Lot Features: Sloped Up, Front Yard, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
Utilities
Green Features Information
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Radiant, Fireplace Insert
Location
School Information
High School District: Castro Valley (510) 537-3000
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,979
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1964
County: Alameda County
APN: 085 160502201
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Independent Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Canyon Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Castro Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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