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18405 Carmel Drive, Castro Valley, California 94546, Castro Valley, 94546 - 4 bed, 3 bath

18405 Carmel Drive, Castro Valley, California 94546 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$1,199,000$1,677/sqft
Est. Value: $1,150,504
-4%
AboveEstimate
18405 Carmel Drive, Castro Valley, California 94546
4Beds
3Baths
1,677Sqft
5,432Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($1,150,504.14) is $48,495.86 (4%) lower than the list price ($1,199,000). This property may be overpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Income/Multi-Generational Living Potential: Features a separate 858 sq ft 1 Bedroom 1 Bath unit with its own kitchen, ideal for rental income or accommodating extended family.
Top Cons:
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1677, other record living area = 1914.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$1.20M vs avg $1.07M (+$124,000)61%
Size:1,677 sqft vs avg 1,584 sqft53%
Price/sqft:$715 vs avg $68661%

More Insights

Built in 1956 (70 years old).
Condition: This 1956-built home has undergone extensive and tasteful updates, making it move-in ready. The listing highlights 'new upstairs bathroom fixtures and tile' and 'newly installed vinyl plank flooring,' which are evident in the modern, clean appearance of these areas in the images. The main kitchen features granite countertops, a gas cooktop, and stainless steel dishwasher, though the wood-toned cabinets and white refrigerator suggest a renovation that might be slightly older than the bathrooms, but still well-maintained and functional. The separate ADU unit also appears recently updated with a modern kitchen and bathroom. Energy-efficient features like central AC, dual-pane windows, and a tankless water heater further enhance its condition. While not every component is 'virtually new' to qualify for 'Excellent,' the property is in very good condition with no immediate renovation required, aligning well with the 'Good' criteria for a home extensively renovated within the last 5-15 years.
Year Built
1956
Close
-
List price
$1.2M
Original List price
$1.2M
Price/Sqft
$715
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML82030664
Home ConditionGood
Features
Patio
ViewNeighborhood

About this home

Imagine being a short 10 minute walk away from THE. LAKE. CHABOT. Welcome to this tastefully updated home located in charming Castro Valley. With 1,677 sq ft 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms of upstairs living space, this property offers a well-designed layout and a separate family room downstairs, ideal for gatherings and relaxation. The upstairs kitchen is equipped with a gas cooktop, granite countertops, a dishwasher, garbage disposal, refrigerator and a convenient island. Additionally, a separate 858 sq ft downstairs 1 Bedroom 1 Bath unit with its own kitchen, is perfect for generational living, or to rent out as an investment. The home features new upstairs bathroom fixtures and tile and newly installed vinyl plank flooring in the rest of the home, adding both style and durability. Amenities include upstairs kitchen bay window, central AC for year-round comfort, and modern energy features like solar (leased, assumable), dual pane windows, and a tankless water heater. The main home comes with laundry hookups in utility room near garage, also in downstairs family room, and the downstairs ADU has a stackable washer and dryer included. Avocado tree in front yard! Castro Valley has so much to offer. Come see your future home!

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Alfredo Mendoza
Listing Agent

Nearby schools

8/10
Chabot Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
6/10
Stanton Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
7/10
Castro Valley Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
8/10
Proctor Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
7/10
Creekside Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.0mi
7/10
Canyon Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.2mi
2/10
Redwood Continuation High School
Public,•9-12•0.1mi
8/10
Castro Valley High School
Public,•9-12•1.0mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
01/23/12
Sold
$460,000
10/06/05
Sold
$628,000
Condition Rating
Good
This 1956-built home has undergone extensive and tasteful updates, making it move-in ready. The listing highlights 'new upstairs bathroom fixtures and tile' and 'newly installed vinyl plank flooring,' which are evident in the modern, clean appearance of these areas in the images. The main kitchen features granite countertops, a gas cooktop, and stainless steel dishwasher, though the wood-toned cabinets and white refrigerator suggest a renovation that might be slightly older than the bathrooms, but still well-maintained and functional. The separate ADU unit also appears recently updated with a modern kitchen and bathroom. Energy-efficient features like central AC, dual-pane windows, and a tankless water heater further enhance its condition. While not every component is 'virtually new' to qualify for 'Excellent,' the property is in very good condition with no immediate renovation required, aligning well with the 'Good' criteria for a home extensively renovated within the last 5-15 years.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Income/Multi-Generational Living Potential: Features a separate 858 sq ft 1 Bedroom 1 Bath unit with its own kitchen, ideal for rental income or accommodating extended family.
Extensive Interior Updates: Tastefully updated with new upstairs bathroom fixtures and tile, newly installed vinyl plank flooring, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops and an island.
Energy Efficiency & Modern Comforts: Equipped with central AC for year-round comfort, dual-pane windows, a tankless water heater, and solar (leased, assumable) for reduced utility costs.
Desirable Location & Lifestyle: Located a short 10-minute walk from Lake Chabot, offering recreational opportunities and the overall charm of Castro Valley.
Functional Layout: Offers a well-designed layout with 1,677 sq ft of upstairs living space, a separate family room downstairs, and the additional ADU unit.

Cons

MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 1677, other record living area = 1914.
Leased Solar System: The solar system is leased and assumable, which means a buyer will inherit a contractual obligation rather than owning the system outright.
Age of Property: Built in 1956, the property's age, despite updates, may imply potential for older underlying infrastructure or systems not explicitly mentioned as renovated.
Proximity to Lower-Rated School: The property is very close to Redwood Continuation High School, which has a lower rating (2), potentially impacting desirability for some families.
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