3642 Lorena Ave Castro Valley, CA 94546
Downtown Castro Valley NeighborhoodHighlights
- 0.47 Acre Lot
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Castro Valley Elementary School Rated A-
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
Exceptional investment & development opportunity on nearly 0.5-acre flat lot! Potential for a 4-lot subdivision Survey Completed, preliminary plans available to retain the existing home and build 3 additional detached townhomes (Like an SFH). Charming split-level home offering 4 beds & 2 baths. Main level features living/dining, kitchen & breakfast nook overlooking the spacious backyard. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms & 1 bath. Lower level includes separate entrance, den, full bath, laundry, storage & flexible space for office/wine cellar/4th bedroom great for multi-gen living or rental income. Endless possibilities: add an ADU, build a pool, park RV/boat, expand or develop. Backyard includes mature fruit trees avocado, grapefruit, Santa Rosa plum, Meyer lemon, orange & bay leaf. Prime location in Castro Valley close to downtown, shops, restaurants & BART. Rare opportunity with strong upside!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 0.47 Acre Lot
- Zoning described as RMX
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,350 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Separate Family Room
- Dining Area
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Concrete
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer and Dryer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 084A-0095-029
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| 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 | $17,877 | $1,430,000 | $429,000 | $1,001,000 |
| 2024 | $17,877 | $1,423,550 | $520,200 | $910,350 |
| 2023 | $17,607 | $1,395,500 | $510,000 | $892,500 |
| 2022 | $1,756 | $1,368,000 | $500,000 | $875,000 |
| 2021 | $1,703 | $81,926 | $45,849 | $43,077 |
| 2020 | $1,660 | $88,015 | $45,379 | $42,636 |
| 2019 | $1,676 | $86,289 | $44,489 | $41,800 |
| 2018 | $1,626 | $84,597 | $43,617 | $40,980 |
| 2017 | $1,579 | $82,939 | $42,762 | $40,177 |
| 2016 | $1,501 | $81,312 | $41,923 | $39,389 |
| 2015 | $1,403 | $80,092 | $41,294 | $38,798 |
| 2014 | $1,358 | $78,523 | $40,485 | $38,038 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 03/03/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/26/2026 02/26/26 | For Sale | $1,799,000 | +30.8% | $766 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,375,000 | -- | -- | |
| 10/22/2021 10/22/21 | Sold | $1,375,000 | -8.0% | $585 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/25/2021 08/25/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/02/2021 07/02/21 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $636 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,143,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | North American Title | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $1,375,000 | North American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,143,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,100,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $1,100,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $1,100,000 | Commercial |
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82036418
APN: 084A-0095-029-00
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