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Country club living amid East Bay greenery
Castlewood is a suburban East Bay community surrounded by lush green spaces, including the highly sought-after Club at Castlewood. Situated on the outskirts of Pleasanton, it’s where suburban streets meet the rolling hills and forested ridges that separate Contra Costa County from bustling bayside cities like Fremont and Oakland. “We’ve got very distinct custom homes here,” says Realtor Susan Schall, who is the co-founder of Park46 Real Estate and raised her family in Pleasanton. “Some are very modern, and some are more traditional. Our market is very seasonal too and things tend to sit for a bit because people who buy in the country club area are looking at really specific homes.”
Castlewood Golf Course: A golfer’s paradise with lush greens and challenging layouts.
Homes around Castlewood Country Club offer luxurious living with scenic views.
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An historic golf club once owned by the Hearst family
Golf aficionados have easy access to the Club at Castlewood. The private facility has an on-site restaurant, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a pool, a fitness center as well as a full social calendar. Its two golf courses feature roaming valley fairways and rolling hilltop greens. “The clubhouse here has been recently remodeled, so it’s got a very young, modern feel, but it’s all set in this historically significant land and also really close to historic Downtown Pleasanton,” Schall says. The club started as the hacienda of George and Phoebe Hearst, whose son, William Randolph Hearst, became a media mogul and one of the richest men in the world. The Hearsts sold their mansion in the 1920s to a businessman who transformed it into a country club. It was named Castlewood for its grandiose, castle-like appearance.
Experience elegance and sport at Castlewood Country Club.
Discover the ultimate golfing experience at Castlewood Golf Course.
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Hiking, running and biking in the East Bay hills
Castlewood is bordered by rolling mountain scenery to the west, including hiking areas like Augustin Bernal Park and Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park. Both parks feature rugged hiking and biking trails that crisscross the meadows and forests overlooking the Castlewood clubhouse and the area’s upscale homes. Within the neighborhood, residents can meander along the Marilyn Murphy Kane Trail, a 4-mile beginner-level trail that winds alongside residential streets. It connects with neighborhood green spaces like Fawn Hills Park and Cubby’s Dog Park.
Castlewood’s trails provide the ideal setting for a nature-filled getaway.
Cyclers love to ride on Foothill Road at Castlewood.
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Luxury homes overlooking golf course fairways
Homes in Castlewood include large, luxurious golf course estates situated between the club’s greens and fairways. Upscale ranch style homes and elegant custom-built homes list for well above the area median, ranging from around $2 million to upwards of $4 million. These homes typically sit on sprawling lots with plenty of natural scenery. Some smaller homes are available elsewhere in the neighborhood that offer a lower price point, usually selling for $1.5 million to $2.5 million. Condos are also available for between $450,000 and $550,000.
Castlewood Country Club homes provide a blend of sophistication and golf course views.
Live in style with beautiful homes situated near Castlewood Country Club.
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Highly rated public schools
Students in Castlewood can attend Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School, which earns an A rating from Niche, before moving on to A-plus-rated Pleasanton Middle School. Teens can attend Foothill High School, which also earns an A-plus rating and has been recognized as a California Distinguished School and a National Blue Ribbon school. Its students routinely score above national, state and district averages on standardized tests, advanced placement tests and the SATs.
Lydiksen Elementary School Foothill-Pleasanton, California.
The Pleasanton Middle School is affiliated with the Pleasanton Unified School District.
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Shop and dine at Pleasanton Gateway
Castlewood may feel remote because of its woodsy setting, but it’s less than a mile from the nearest shopping center and only 2 miles from the city’s walkable downtown district. Pleasanton Gateway is the closest option for dining — it’s home to Parktown Pizza, known for its pizza, wings and craft beer, and Mexico Lindo Restaurant & Cantina. There’s also Teriyaki City for Japanese fare, and Habit Burger & Grill for classic American cuisine. Safeway is the go-to for groceries and everyday essentials. Downtown Pleasanton is where to go to enjoy the Bay Area’s breezy climate from an outdoor patio.
Castlewood residents enjoy easy access to Safeway for all their shopping needs.
Pleasanton Gateway: Your destination for retail therapy and culinary delights.
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Getting around the East Bay by car and train
Interstate 680 runs along Castlewood’s eastern edge, making for an easy commute. “That’s a big draw. It’s about a half-hour to San Francisco and 30 minutes to Silicon Valley,” says Realtor Natalie Bianco of Christie’s International Real Estate, who has lived in the Pleasanton area for more than 40 years. The nearest BART train station is about 5 miles away in Dublin, and the San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is 20 miles west.
Castlewood offers quick access to I-680 and seamless connectivity.
Cyclers love to ride on Foothill Road at Castlewood.
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Increased wildfire risk
Castlewood and the surrounding areas are at an elevated risk for wildfires. Fires have become more frequent and destructive in Northern California in recent years, driven in part by global warming. Fire insurance rates have risen over the last decade as these fires cause more destruction to homes and property in the region. “I would say this is a high fire area,” Bianco says. “Fire insurance has become more expensive, and it’s not just here. It’s statewide.”
Castlewood neighborhood in Pleasanton blends charm with modern living.
Discover upscale residences nestled around Castlewood Country Club’s pristine greens.
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Castlewood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Castlewood, Pleasanton sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Castlewood, Pleasanton over the last 12 months is $2,200,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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