Why Live in Castro Valley
Castro Valley is situated at the confluence of five canyons in the East Bay Hills between Oakland and Fremont. Once a valley filled with chicken ranches and orchards, It is now a fully developed city with many shopping and dining options, distinct neighborhoods and strong job opportunities. Eden Medical Center is the biggest employer, but many residents commute to work at companies like Oracle, Workday and Visa in nearby cities. Despite this commuter town status, Castro Valley has a distinct identity. “I like working and living here because of the diversity, and I like the amount of thought put into the area by planners,” says Dinh Truong, Broker Associate with Compass. “The traditional perception is that this is just a drive-through town on your way to Oakland or Freemont, but we’re more than that. There’s a lot of great nature, culture, traditions, and a lot of progression happening.”
Castro Valley, home to 65,000 people, is still a census-designated place because, as longtime locals say when incorporation comes up for a vote, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” And broke it is not; a municipal advisory council handles public affairs, and people continue to be drawn to the
Home Trends in Castro Valley, CA
On average, homes in Castro Valley, CA sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Castro Valley, CA over the last 12 months is $1,415,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,670,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,169,040
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$487,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$736
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median List Price
$1,169,795
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%