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A sleepy community between San Leandro and Hayward
It was the cherry trees on William Meek’s sprawling 3,000-acre estate that inspired Cherryland’s name when it started transforming into a Bay Area neighborhood in the early 20th century. Today, it’s a primarily residential community situated about 15 miles southeast of Oakland and adjacent to downtown Hayward. “It’s a well-established, sleepy little town. The most notable thing about it is that it’s very affordable compared to the area around it,” says Realtor Greg Ricchini of Coldwell Banker Realty.
William Meek’s sprawling 3,000-acre estate inspired Cherryland’s name as a neighborhood.
Cherryland is a primarily residential community situated about 15 miles southeast of Oakland.
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Early 20th century builds at an affordable price
Most of Cherryland’s 15,000 residents live in modest-sized bungalows, Craftsman homes and condos arranged in a traditional urban street grid. While many houses include a small driveway, some parts of the neighborhood feature long alleyways that provide off-street parking. The homes are a mix of older and newer construction reflecting different periods of the 20th century. The oldest properties were built around the 1920s and 1930s, as Meek’s descendants started subdividing the land for development, while later growth brought in more recent developments. Homes typically range from around $700,000 to $1 million, though prices vary depending on the age and renovation status of the home. The median home price in Cherryland is about 40% lower than the Bay Area median.
Cherryland offers many different styles of homes.
Ranch-style home with a two-car garage and large driveway in Cherryland.
Many homes throughout the Cherryland neighborhood feature fenced-in front yards.
Cherryland also have newer built condos besides single family homes in the neighborhood.
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Meek’s mansion
Although Cherryland has changed dramatically over the past century, William Meek’s mansion still stands on what is now a 10-acre park. The first floor of this 1869 Italianate-style home is open for self-guided tours on the first Saturday of each month. “The park is very popular with the neighborhood. It’s a great walking park. It’s quite a gem for the community,” says Diane Curry, executive director of the Hayward Area Historical Society. The society also holds nighttime paranormal investigations of the mansion twice a year with experienced Bay Area ghost hunters. But whether those investigations have uncovered any suspicious activity is up for debate, Curry says. Residents gather at Cherryland Park for picnics, playgrounds and pickup games of basketball. Old Creek Dog Park lets pups play off-leash underneath shady tree canopies. Indoor classes and activities can be found nearby at Cherryland Community Center.
The William Meek Mansion and Meek Park is well-maintained for Cherryland residents.
The wonderful Meek Estate Mansion and in Meek Estate Park is the highlight of Cherryland.
Kids love biking in Cherryland Park as they use the skating area as their obstacle course.
Old Creek Dog Park lets pups play off-leash underneath shady tree canopies in Cherryland.
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Cherryland dining and shopping
In addition to the numerous taco proprietors in the area, Exquisitos Raspados just south of the neighborhood on A Street sells Mexican-style deserts and snacks, including corn elote and shaved ice raspados that come in flavors such as tamarind, pina colada, lime and guayaba. Close by on Mission Boulevard, Silva Bakery produces Portuguese bread and baked goods, while SushiLand serves Japanese fare from its unassuming storefront. On the periphery of the neighborhood, Cherryland residents buy groceries at supermarkets and big-box stores like Target and Safeway. While Cherryland has a few gems of its own, nearby Downtown Hayward has several upscale restaurants and a movie theater.
On Mission Boulevard in Cherryland, Silva Bakery produces Portuguese bread and baked goods.
Locals can find all the essentials and groceries at Target near Cherryland.
Safeway is a popular grocery store among residents in the Cherryland neighborhood.
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Community events close to home
Downtown Hayward hosts a weekly farmers market every Saturday. There are street festivals throughout the year, including the annual Hawaiian May Day Festival and the city’s summertime Street Party, featuring live bands, car shows, fair rides and artisan vendors.
Downtown Hayward hosts a weekly farmers market every Saturday.
You can find native Hawaiian goods at the The annual Hawaiian May Day Festival by Cherryland.
Hayward’s summertime Street Party, features live bands, car shows and artisan vendors.
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Hayward public schools
Young students can attend Cherryland Elementary School, a centrally located school with a C-minus rating from Niche. The elementary school opened its doors in 2019 and offers the latest in modern classroom amenities. Students move on to C-rated Winton Middle School and B-rated Hayward High School.
Many families send their children to the nearby Cherryland Elementary School.
There are about 512 students at Winton Middle School, which is located near Cherryland.
The athletics at Hayward are some of the best in the area.
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Getting around the East Bay and beyond
Cherryland is conveniently located next to an on-ramp for both Interstate 580 and Interstate 238, some of the area’s popular commuting routes. It’s about 15 miles to Oakland, 26 miles to downtown San Francisco and about 23 miles to Silicon Valley cities like Menlo Park and Palo Alto. Those who prefer to travel by rail have easy access to Downtown Hayward’s Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station. Residents seeking medical care can head to St. Rose Hospital, a 153-bed community medical center that’s about 5 miles southwest.
Hayward BART is a convenient station to connect the Cherryland neighborood.
Hayward BART is a convenient station to connect the Cherryland neighborhood to the Bay.
Buses starting at the BART station can help you around Cherryland.
Residents seeking medical care can head to St. Rose Hospital close to Cherryland.
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Parks in this Area
Cherryland Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Edendale Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Soccer
Meek Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Playground
Cannery Park
Cannery Park
Lake Chabot Regional Park
Bike Trails
Boating
Fishing
Old Creek Dog Park of Cherryland
Dog Park
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
15 min drive
Bus
Mission Blvd & Blossom Way
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Meekland Av & Paseo Grande
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Meekland Av & Laurel Av
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Mission Blvd & Medford Av
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Meekland Av & Medford Av
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Mission Blvd & Cherry Way
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Paseo Grande & Saint Johns Dr
Cherryland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cherryland, Hayward sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Cherryland, Hayward over the last 12 months is $785,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
11,616
Median Age
38
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,979
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,552
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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