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bridgeMLS / S & R Homes Realty / Januka Shrestha
bridgeMLS / S & R Homes Realty / Januka Shrestha 4381 James Ave Castro Valley, CA 94546
Active (42 Days)
$1,275,000
OPEN HOUSE TIMES
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OPENSat, Jun 281:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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OPENSun, Jun 291:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Description
Charming English-style cottage with a detached ADU in the heart of Castro Valley! This beautifully updated home blends timeless character with modern upgrades and room to grow. Enjoy valley views from the expansive deck, complete with a cozy fire pit and decorative maple tree—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, you'll find three inviting fireplaces, skylights, and carpeting throughout. The detached ADU (approx. 700 sq ft, in addition to 1,787 sq ft main home) includes a full kitchen, bathroom, HVAC, and private deck—ideal for guests, home office, or rental income. Additional highlights include: 18-panel solar system with battery backup, professionally engineered seismic retrofit, Jacuzzi tub, limestone tile, walk-in closets, and a 100-foot driveway with room for RV/boat parking. Located near top-rated schools and downtown Castro Valley dining.
MLS #:
41097370
41097370
Lot Size
7,513 SQFT
7,513 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
1940
Style
Bungalow
Bungalow
County
Alameda County
Alameda County
Community
Castro Valley
Castro Valley
Listed By
Januka Shrestha, S & R Homes Realty
Source
bridgeMLS
Last checked Jun 27 2025 at 10:14 AM GMT+0000
bridgeMLS
Last checked Jun 27 2025 at 10:14 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Dining Area
- Breakfast Bar
- Breakfast Nook
- Laundry: Dryer
- Laundry: Washer
- Dishwasher
- Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Self Cleaning Oven
- Windows: Skylight(s)
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Breakfast Nook
- Tile Counters
- Dishwasher
- Double Oven
- Gas Range/Cooktop
- Microwave
- Oven Built-In
- Refrigerator
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Skylight(s)
Subdivision
- Castro Valley
Lot Information
- 2 Houses / 1 Lot
Property Features
- Fireplace: 3
- Fireplace: Den
- Fireplace: Master Bedroom
- Fireplace: Other
Heating and Cooling
- Forced Air
- Central Air
Pool Information
- None
Flooring
- Tile
- Carpet
Exterior Features
- Roof: Composition Shingles
Utility Information
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Garage
- Garage
Parking
- Detached
- Off Street
- Garage Door Opener
Stories
- 2
Living Area
- 1,787 sqft
Location
Listing Price History
Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
Jun 25, 2025
Price Changed
$1,275,000
2%
25,001
Jun 25, 2025
Price Changed
$1,249,999
4%
50,999
May 16, 2025
Original Price
$1,199,000
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Listing price
Down payment
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