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Diversity and expansion in a city of firsts
Sitting at the crossroads of Hayward, California’s expanding communities, Harder-Tennyson is bringing new meaning to the city’s nickname: The Heart of the Bay. The area is full of firsts, including California’s first Japanese garden and the longest-running Battle of the Bands. Its unique location also makes the neighborhood desirable for advanced industries — technology, biotechnology and manufacturing — and Harder-Tennyson is attracting more professionals in these sectors. “We’re centrally located to the rest of Hayward, so we’re right in the middle of everything in town,” says local property manager Deborah Jones. “We’ve become a major player in the Bay Area. Even though there’s a ton of competition from the cities, some people prefer living a little farther out.” With a location close enough to enjoy city living and far enough away to enjoy the calm and quiet that comes with that, Harder-Tennyson provides a balanced grey area for residents with that preference.
Harder-Tennyson is sitting at the crossroads of Hayward with diverse communities.
Harder-Tennyson is bringing new meaning to the city’s nickname: The Heart of the Bay.
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A mix of midcentury and Mediterranean
Winding roads interconnect throughout Harder-Tennyson, primarily lined with Craftsman bungalows and ranch-style homes, with sections of midcentury modern influence giving this neighborhood the classic California look. Cul-de-sacs and cutouts come lined with sidewalks and sparse trees, providing an excellent view of the brightly colored buildings on display throughout the neighborhood. Recent developments bring modern builds sporting Mediterranean designs, and plenty of properties filled with townhouses and condominiums make the neighborhood one of Hayward’s most mixed neighborhoods. Townhouses generally range in price from $500,000 to $700,000, while single-family homes of varying styles, including new developments, can be priced between $800,000 and $1.2 million.
Harder-Tennyson is primarily lined with ranch-style homes.
Recent developments bring modern builds sportig Mediterranean designs.
Townhouses makes Harder-Tennyson a very mixed neighborhood.
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One girl’s dream come true
Lush green space is all over this slice of Hayward when it’s time to take the fun outside. “One thing that’s loved about the neighborhood is the great access to recreation,” says Louis Heystek, an East Bay Realtor with Compass. “You have Garin Regional Park nearby and the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center,” which teaches all about the ecology of the San Francisco Bay Estuary. Tennyson Park is a major fixture in the neighborhood, offering a fitness court and the Hayward Skatepark. The park is also home to Mia’s Dream Come True Playground — the vision of Mia Vásquez’s parents, Daniel Vásquez and Emelyn Lacayo, as their daughter was born with Cockayne Syndrome, which comes with cerebral palsy. With a $5,000 gift from the Make-A-Wish® Foundation, the family set out to create an all-abilities play area for children. After enlisting the help of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD) and the HARD Foundation, that $5,000 quickly became $3.5 million. The one-acre playground includes a Music Therapy Zone, a Sensory Wall, appropriate waterpark-like features and much more. Mia’s Dream Come True Playground opened in the Summer of 2021.
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center offers a lot of knowledge about the area to visitors.
Local kids are enjoying the Hayward Skatepark by showing off their tricks near Harder-Tennyson.
Mia’s Dream Come True Playground near Harder-Tennyson is the vision of Mia Vásquez’s parents.
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A vibrant retail scene
Just a stone’s throw from Downtown Hayward, Harder-Tennyson residents will find themselves amid vibrant multicultural retail centers. Along Tennyson Road are various markets like Chavez Supermarket and Afghan Market, where international ingredients can round out the home pantry. Harder Road houses grocery staples like Lucky at Gateway Plaza and Grocery Outlet. Dining options include Moon Indian Restaurant bringing classic dishes like samosa, tandoori and biryani to Hayward. San Marcos Restaurant is a laid-back place to grab margaritas and Mexican classics like birria and burritos. Santa Clara Street leads the way to Southland Mall for retail shopping, filled with favorite fashion brands, specialty shops, and even more dining options.
Along Tennyson Road the Afhgan Market is a local favorite.
Harder Road connects you to grocery staples like Lucky at Gateway Plaza.
Harder Road connects you to grocery staples like Grocery Outlet in Harder-Tennyson.
Carnitas el Rincon Mexican Restaurant has the best burritos in Harder-Tennyson.
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Pathways to success
Several elementary schools offer quality programming when it comes to primary education, with Schafer Park Elementary and Eldridge Elementary — both with a C-plus on Niche — serving much of the neighborhood. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School has a Niche score of B-minus, and almost every high school student in the neighborhood attends Tennyson High — with a C-plus score — to round out their education with Pathway Programs like biomedical science, Farm 2 Fork and the Community Multimedia Academy.
Entrance of Schafer Park Elementary School in Harder-Tennyson, Hayward.
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School accepts most children living in Harder-Tennyson.
Image of Tennyson High School Entrance in Harder-Tennyson, Hayward.
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Access all around
Bound by Interstate 880, Harder-Tennyson also has access to Harder Road, Tennyson Road and Huntwood Avenue. Just a few blocks away, Harder crosses Highway 238, which intersects Jackson Street in the neighboring Jackson Triangle. “Because it’s off the Jackson Street exit, it makes it a commuter’s paradise,” says Heystek. “It gives immediate access to I-880 and direct access to Highway 92 and the San Mateo Bridge.” The South Hayward BART Station on Dixon Street takes riders directly to the Oakland International Airport.
Harder-Tennyson residents go via Highway 92 and the San Mateo Bridge to the City.
South Hayward BART among all is connecting Harder Tennyson to the Bay Area towns.
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On average with America
The overall CAP Crime Index score for Harder-Tennyson is a 4, putting it on par with the rest of the nation. There’s a slightly higher score for motor vehicle theft in the area, which is scored at 6.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Harder-Tennyson
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Harder-Tennyson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harder-Tennyson, Hayward sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Harder-Tennyson, Hayward over the last 12 months is $820,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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