NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3635 Lorena Ave Castro Valley, CA 94546

Downtown Castro Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,051,000 - $1,229,093

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,684 Sq Ft
$666/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 15, 2025

Last sale price $1,075,000 $638 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,173 / mo

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV or Boat Parking
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Castro Valley Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Crown Molding

About This Home

As of September 2025

Located on one of Castro Valley’s most desirable streets, this charming ranch-style home sits in the heart of Downtown—just blocks from Castro Village, the Castro Valley Marketplace, BART, & Castro Valley High School. Enjoy a walkable lifestyle with shops, restaurants, & amenities just steps away. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, & nearly 1,700 sq ft of well-designed space. The cozy living room with fireplace flows into the formal dining area—perfect for gatherings. The kitchen features ample cabinetry, granite countertops, & a bright breakfast nook overlooking the landscaped front yard. Additional features include an indoor laundry room, hardwood floors, skylights, central A/C, recessed lighting, crown molding, & ceiling fans. The fully fenced & landscaped property includes a commercial-grade HydraWise irrigation system & RV/Boat parking. The front yard offers standout curb appeal, while the backyard features three large sheds—one with electrical. Relax with coffee on the front porch or dine al fresco in the tranquil backyard. Close to major Bay Area job centers, BART, Lake Chabot, parks, & an 18-hole golf course. Castro Valley is known for its top-rated schools & thriving downtown, with favorites like The Breakfast Club, Philz Coffee, Canyons BBQ, & Tony’s Pizza.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julienne Courtney

License #01376948 Listed on: 07/24/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Cassandra Sanders

License #02165444

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 5,523 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • RV or Boat Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Downtown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 84A7551

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

5,523 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Downtown
  • Directions: Redwood Road, Left on Lorena
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: RV/Boat Parking, RV Access/Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: CASTRO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5523
  • Parcel Number: 84A7551

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2025
Closed on
Sep 2, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Julienne Courtney
Buyer's Agent
Cassandra Sanders
List Price
$1,148,000
Sold Price
$1,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$73,000
-6.36%
Views
106
Current Estimated Value
$1,120,773

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,773
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.56%
Original Mortgage
$806,250
Outstanding Balance
$797,785
Interest Rate
5.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$322,988

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2022
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$880,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$358,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$358,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$536,250
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$341,250
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,075,000 Lennar Title
$1,100,000 New Title Company Name
-- None Available
$590,000 Old Republic Title Company
$552,000 Fidelity National Title Co
-- None Available
$357,500 Chicago Title Co
$525,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $806,250
Previous Owner $880,000
Previous Owner $358,000
Previous Owner $536,250
Previous Owner $341,250
Closed $10,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/15/2025 09/15/25 Sold $1,075,000 -2.1% $638 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Price Changed $1,098,000 -4.4% $652 / Sq Ft
07/24/2025 07/24/25 For Sale $1,148,000 -- $682 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $13,568 $1,101,000 $332,400 $775,600
2024 $13,568 $1,080,000 $326,100 $760,900
2023 $12,726 $1,012,000 $303,600 $708,400
2022 $8,791 $674,520 $204,456 $477,064
2021 $8,565 $661,162 $200,448 $467,714
2020 $8,369 $661,312 $198,393 $462,919
2019 $8,522 $648,350 $194,505 $453,845
2018 $8,280 $635,641 $190,692 $444,949
2017 $8,063 $623,181 $186,954 $436,227
2016 $7,671 $610,961 $183,288 $427,673
2015 $7,170 $601,787 $180,536 $421,251
2014 $7,086 $590,000 $177,000 $413,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Julienne Courtney

    (925) 989-1669

    1 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Julienne Courtney
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  • Cassandra Sanders

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Cassandra Sanders

    (669) 454-7979

    1 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Cassandra Sanders
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  • Jennifer Oldham

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Jennifer Oldham

    Compass

    (408) 835-4119

    1 in this area

    867 Total Sales

    Jennifer Oldham
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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41106030

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 084A-0075-005-01

California Alameda County Castro Valley 94546 Downtown Castro Valley

3635 Lorena Ave, Castro Valley, CA

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