$90,000 PRICE REDUCTION! Transform Potential into Perfection! Unlock a rare opportunity to create your dream home in the heart of this highly desirable Niles neighborhood! This charming fixer-upper is full of potential and ready for your vision. Nestled just steps from scenic Alameda Creek and offering peaceful views of the Niles Hills, this property sits on a spacious lot ideal for gardening, outdoor living, or future expansion. A mature mulberry tree and fruitful persimmon tree provide both shade and character in the backyard. An additional 600 sq ft has been added for a total of over 1000 sq ft. The property also includes a separate unit and a versatile 20’ x 20’ workshop at the rear—perfect for guests, a home office, or creative space. Enjoy being minutes away from historic downtown Niles, Niles Canyon, and some of the area’s most popular hiking and biking trails. Here, nature, history, and community come together in a truly unique setting. Whether you're an investor looking for your next project or a homeowner excited to renovate, this is your chance to bring new life to a hidden gem in one of Fremont’s most beloved neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1944Year Built
8,526 sq ftLot Size
$1,097Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rich Watson•DRE #02124406• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Mitch Grisso•DRE #01483350• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Sheetal Kasliwal•DRE #01929261• ValleyVentures Realty Inc
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41106841
Nov 9, 2025
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41117079
Dec 4, 2025
Sold
$940,000
$934/sq ft
Nov 14, 2025
Pending
—
Nov 9, 2025
Listed
$990,000
$984/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41099805
Aug 1, 2025
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40606508
Apr 16, 2013
Sold
$320,000
$318/sq ft
Apr 2, 2013
Pending
—
Mar 19, 2013
Relisted
—
Mar 17, 2013
Pending
—
Mar 11, 2013
Listed
$295,000
$293/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,401 (+3.9%)
$376,000 + $564,000
$940,000
2024
$5,198 (+3.0%)
$295,531 + $98,510
$394,041
2023
$5,047 (+1.6%)
$289,737 + $96,579
$386,316
2022
$4,965 (+2.4%)
$278,488 + $92,829
$371,317
2021
$4,849 (+0.9%)
$278,488 + $92,829
$371,317
2020
$4,807 (+1.1%)
$273,028 + $91,009
$364,037
2019
$4,755 (+2.0%)
$270,230 + $90,076
$360,306
2018
$4,661 (+2.5%)
$264,933 + $88,311
$353,244
2017
$4,546 (+1.9%)
$254,647 + $84,882
$339,529
2016
$4,460 (+1.5%)
$254,647 + $84,882
$339,529
2015
$4,393 (+1.9%)
$249,655 + $83,218
$332,873
2014
$4,312 (+423.7%)
$241,089 + $80,363
$321,452
2013
$823 (+3.3%)
$241,089 + $80,363
$321,452
2012
$797 (+10.1%)
$8,645 + $20,601
$29,246
2011
$724 (+3.7%)
$8,475 + $20,197
$28,672
2010
$698 (+1.9%)
$8,309 + $19,801
$28,110
2009
$685 (+4.6%)
$8,247 + $19,653
$27,900
2008
$655
$8,267 + $19,700
$27,967
Tax history for 865 Old Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,401 (+3.9%)
$376,000 + $564,000
$940,000
2024
$5,198 (+3.0%)
$295,531 + $98,510
$394,041
2023
$5,047 (+1.6%)
$289,737 + $96,579
$386,316
2022
$4,965 (+2.4%)
$278,488 + $92,829
$371,317
2021
$4,849 (+0.9%)
$278,488 + $92,829
$371,317
2020
$4,807 (+1.1%)
$273,028 + $91,009
$364,037
2019
$4,755 (+2.0%)
$270,230 + $90,076
$360,306
2018
$4,661 (+2.5%)
$264,933 + $88,311
$353,244
2017
$4,546 (+1.9%)
$254,647 + $84,882
$339,529
2016
$4,460 (+1.5%)
$254,647 + $84,882
$339,529
2015
$4,393 (+1.9%)
$249,655 + $83,218
$332,873
2014
$4,312 (+423.7%)
$241,089 + $80,363
$321,452
2013
$823 (+3.3%)
$241,089 + $80,363
$321,452
2012
$797 (+10.1%)
$8,645 + $20,601
$29,246
2011
$724 (+3.7%)
$8,475 + $20,197
$28,672
2010
$698 (+1.9%)
$8,309 + $19,801
$28,110
2009
$685 (+4.6%)
$8,247 + $19,653
$27,900
2008
$655
$8,267 + $19,700
$27,967
*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
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,526 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
1,006
Year built
1944
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
507 070001400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R-1-6
(H-I)
Single-Family Residential District
To promote and maintain predominantly single-family home neighborhoods together with compatible accessory and supporting uses.
Zone overlays
Hillside Combining District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport, Carport - 2 Or More
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tub
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Family Room, Workshop
Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms
Flooring: Linoleum, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Stone Counters,Gas Range/Cooktop,Refrigerator
Rooms Total: 6
Room Type: Dining Area, Family Room, Workshop
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,006
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Front Porch
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Storage, Yard Space
Fencing: Fenced, Front Yard, Wood
Property Information
Living Area: 1006
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1944
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 8526
Lot Size Area: 0.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Lot Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Wall Furnace
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Location
School Information
High School District: Fremont (510) 657-2350
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,006
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,526 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1944
Year Renovated: 1947
County: Alameda County
APN: 507 070001400
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Vallejo Mill Elementary School
Public Tk-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Centerville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Washington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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