Nice single story starter home in the heart of Castro Valley on flat lot. So much has already been done for the new owner! Roof 3 years young with energy efficient insulation, duel pane window throughout, update interior doors, upgraded entry door, 1/4 basement for extra storage, drought resistance easy care front and rear landscaping with 2 patios and pergola for entertaining. Original solid hardwood flooring in all bedrooms, living room, dining area, hallway. Tile kitchen flooring and granite counters, update cabinets, stainless steel appliances. Tiled baths and oversized tub in primary bath. Two car garage has sink and insulated garage door with opener. Washer/dryer and refrigerator included. And best of all, mobility score of 79 and Castro Valley School District! Castro Valley Elementary, Creekside Middle School, Castro Valley High School. Confirm with district. Convenient access to BART, and major commute corridors.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
5,000 sq ftLot Size
$737Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Camille Harrison•DRE #00986382• Golden Hills Brokers
Downtown Castro Valley, located between Lake Chabot Regional Park and the San Leandro Bay shoreline, is a commercial and residential Castro Valley neighborhood with a walkable main street and a transit-centered core. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Castro Valley Boulevard at Redwood Road, where sidewalk patios, independent eateries, and small storefronts cluster under steady foot traffic. Community pillars include the Castro Valley Marketplace, the Chabot Cinema, and the Castro Valley Arts Foundation. Low-rise mixed-use buildings and mid-century ranch homes set a practical, lived-in architectural tone. BART and bus connections keep the pace commuter-friendly, while nearby trails and open space shape weekends. Cafes and casual dining line the boulevard, giving the district an all-day rhythm without feeling glossy.
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Market insights
$799,950
SALE-TO-LIST
109.9%
Most homes are selling 10% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$799,950
Median sale price in this area is $1,247,421. (56% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
16% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Updated kitchen with stone counters
Dishwasher, disposal, gas range, microwave, refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry in garage
Flooring
Hardwood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Exterior features
Front yard and back yard
Patio and front porch
Fenced
Home design
Single-family residence
East-facing
Parking
Attached garage with 2 spaces
Garage door opener
Construction
Built in 1954
Stucco construction
Raised foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Remove and replace an existing residential water heater in the same location.
Plumbing
Water heater
Dec 29, 2017 • Final
Building
Remove the existing roof and install new composition shingles.
Roofing
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Local insights from Redfin agents
Castro Valley remains a highly competitive market. On average, homes are selling for 103.7% of their asking price, with nearly 60% of properties closing above list price.
Castro Valley's fall market offers great buyer leverage. While median prices hold steady around $1.2M, increased inventory gives you room to negotiate on homes needing updates. Turnkey properties still move fast in under 15 days, so act quickly with...