HOME SWEET HOME! Adorable creekside hideaway, nestled in the hills above Crow Canyon Rd, this charming 3 bedroom 2 1/2 bath cottage has so much to offer. Lots of windows with an abundance of natural light, freshly painted interior, engineered hardwood flooring and new carpet, recessed lighting, white craftsman style wainscot ceilings with exposed beams, crown molding, french doors, 2 panel doors, newer electrical, new electric heating throughout with A/C, remodeled kitchen with marble countertops, SS appliances, an island and newer cabinets, Formal Dining room, remodeled master bath with separate jetted tub and shower. Several rooms lead to decks to enjoy the beautiful nature surrounding the property. Great for entertaining, Private oasis just outside the city. Tons of potential, possible In-law unit or ADU. Top schools and, so much more! Wow! May be able to have chickens with permit. Check with Alameda County unincorporated. This property contains 3 parcels **OH 11/21/21 1-4
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$824Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Cindy Kellar•DRE #01456637• Everhome
Bought with Patricia Austria•DRE #01375654• Intero Real Estate Services
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40962816
Dec 23, 2021
Sold
$1,020,000
$746/sq ft
Nov 24, 2021
Pending
—
Nov 1, 2021
Relisted
—
Nov 1, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Oct 26, 2021
Relisted
—
Oct 20, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 1, 2021
Price Changed
$1,049,000
$767/sq ft
Aug 12, 2021
Listed
$1,100,000
$804/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 30, 1976
Sold
$46,000
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,796 (+1.2%)
$626,108 + $445,704
$1,071,812
2024
$21,536 (+73.7%)
$626,108 + $445,704
$1,071,812
2023
$12,399 (+1.7%)
$613,836 + $436,968
$1,050,804
2022
$12,193 (+1,008.5%)
$590,000 + $420,000
$1,010,000
2021
$1,100 (+1.9%)
$590,000 + $420,000
$1,010,000
2020
$1,079 (−1.3%)
$23,904 + $55,176
$79,080
2019
$1,093 (+2.6%)
$23,659 + $54,610
$78,269
2018
$1,066 (+2.3%)
$23,195 + $53,540
$76,735
2017
$1,042 (+5.5%)
$22,294 + $51,461
$73,755
2016
$988 (+5.6%)
$22,294 + $51,461
$73,755
2015
$936 (+0.8%)
$21,857 + $50,452
$72,309
2014
$929 (+1.4%)
$21,107 + $48,721
$69,828
2013
$917 (+1.7%)
$21,107 + $48,721
$69,828
2012
$901 (+1.3%)
$21,012 + $48,501
$69,513
2011
$890 (+0.6%)
$20,600 + $47,550
$68,150
2010
$884 (−0.5%)
$20,196 + $46,618
$66,814
2009
$889 (+8.0%)
$20,045 + $46,269
$66,314
2008
$823
$20,093 + $46,379
$66,472
Tax history for 7977 Norris Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,796 (+1.2%)
$626,108 + $445,704
$1,071,812
2024
$21,536 (+73.7%)
$626,108 + $445,704
$1,071,812
2023
$12,399 (+1.7%)
$613,836 + $436,968
$1,050,804
2022
$12,193 (+1,008.5%)
$590,000 + $420,000
$1,010,000
2021
$1,100 (+1.9%)
$590,000 + $420,000
$1,010,000
2020
$1,079 (−1.3%)
$23,904 + $55,176
$79,080
2019
$1,093 (+2.6%)
$23,659 + $54,610
$78,269
2018
$1,066 (+2.3%)
$23,195 + $53,540
$76,735
2017
$1,042 (+5.5%)
$22,294 + $51,461
$73,755
2016
$988 (+5.6%)
$22,294 + $51,461
$73,755
2015
$936 (+0.8%)
$21,857 + $50,452
$72,309
2014
$929 (+1.4%)
$21,107 + $48,721
$69,828
2013
$917 (+1.7%)
$21,107 + $48,721
$69,828
2012
$901 (+1.3%)
$21,012 + $48,501
$69,513
2011
$890 (+0.6%)
$20,600 + $47,550
$68,150
2010
$884 (−0.5%)
$20,196 + $46,618
$66,814
2009
$889 (+8.0%)
$20,045 + $46,269
$66,314
2008
$823
$20,093 + $46,379
$66,472
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1976
Sq. Ft.
1,368
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
085 405501200
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
Jan 28, 2025 • Final
Building
Perform voluntary foundation repairs to stabilize the structure. Install push piers, a helical pier, and helical tiebacks.
Remodel
Jun 10, 2022 • Final
Building
Install a crawlspace drainage system including corrugated pipe with a sleeve and rock surround. Install a sump pump system with a liner, cast iron pump, airtight lid, and alarm system. Extend the discharge line and install a dispersal trench to distribute outflow onto the hillside.
Grading
Plumbing
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
Parking Features: Off Street, No Garage, Uncovered Parking Space
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Stall Shower, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Tub with Jets, Updated Baths, Marble, Multiple Shower Heads
Interior Features
Interior Features: No Additional Rooms, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Electric, Inside
Upper Level Features: 1 Bath, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
High School District: Castro Valley (510) 537-3000
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,368
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 1976
County: Alameda County
APN: 085 405501200
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Independent Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
Canyon Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Castro Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
9/10
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