$838,000

1828 Riverbank Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546

3 beds |
2 baths |
1,186 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1947
5,227sqft lot
2 car garage
$707/sqft
Listed 27 days ago

Property Description

This upgraded 3BD/1.5BA single-level mid-century home sits on a 5,100 sq ft lot ideally located between downtown Castro Valley and historic downtown Hayward. The 1,186 sq ft home lives large with bright living spaces, large living room windows, and a bay window dining area. Recent improvements include fresh interior and exterior paint, new light oak luxury vinyl flooring, updated kitchen and dining lighting, a brand-new dishwasher, refreshed landscaping, and deck repairs with fresh paint (all Feb 2026). The kitchen features custom cabinetry and a Viking gas range, perfect for everyday cooking or hosting. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with front and back yard spaces, a deck, and relaxing hot tub. Major upgrades include a bolt & brace seismic retrofit (Apr 2025) and roof replacement (2019). A rare highlight is the oversized two-car garage with EV charger, offering exceptional space for parking, hobbies, or storage. Conveniently located near parks, the San Lorenzo Creek Trail, Japanese Gardens, Castro Valley BART, respected schools, and the shops and dining of downtown Hayward.

Listing Status:: Pending
Date Added:: March 5, 2026
Data Last Updated:: April 1, 2026 at 7:06AM
Listing Office:: BHHS Drysdale Properties : 925-280-4920
Listing Agent:: Aja Adair : 415-531-7383
MLS ID:: 41126050

General: Dining AreaUpdated Kitchen
Appliances: DishwasherGas RangeMicrowaveGas Water Heater
Laundry: Hookups OnlyIn BasementIn UnitInside
Flooring: TileVinyl
A/C: Central Air
Heating: Forced AirFireplace(s)
Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: Back YardFront YardSide YardGardenHeated
Style: Cottage
Parking: DetachedElectric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Roofing: Shingle
Windows: Double Pane Windows
General: Wood Siding1

Originating MLS: Paragon
County: Alameda

Zoning: 4154070
Fencing: Fenced

Utilities: No Solar

Source: Paragon

This listing courtesy of Aja Adair , BHHS Drysdale Properties

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Location

Schools Nearby

Strobridge Elementary School

21400 Bedford Dr, Castro Valley, CA, 94546

Grades KG-6

0.12 miles away

Faith Ringgold School of Arts and Science

1570 Ward St, Hayward, CA, 94541

Grades KG-8

1.05 miles away

Brenkwitz High School

22100 Princeton St, Cherryland, CA, 94541

Grades 9-12

1.24 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.