2165 Strang Ave, San Leandro, CA, 94578
About This Home
Enjoy 4th of July & New Year's Eve fireworks from this 1951 mid-century single-story dream, set high in the scenic East Bay Hills. This Castro Valley home offers sweeping San Francisco Bay views from both interior and exterior spaces. The open-concept living and dining area showcases original built-ins, a wood-burning fireplace, and a striking picture window framing the views. Thoughtful modern updates include consistent LVP flooring, fresh professional paint, and upgraded lighting throughout. The eat-in kitchen features a new butcher-block countertop, new sink, and new tile backsplash. The bathroom combines modern conveniences—a new vanity and mirror that separate the walk-in shower from a private tub—while preserving the vintage tile palette and chrome details. Two spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets give you the choice of a Bay view or a private hillside outlook. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with views that elevate both relaxation and entertaining. Additional highlights include an attached garage, newer roof, welcoming front porch, large basement, and a generous lot. Live on the East Bay shoreline where the Bay Trail meets urban vitality—ample dining, arts and culture, and abundant outdoor recreation: tee off at Monarch Bay Golf Club, explore 23 city parks, pools, and sports fields, and enjoy year-round picnics. Easy access to Oakland and San Francisco completes the lifestyle. Act quickly to claim the living-work-of-art views in this delightful neighborhood.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 1951
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Range,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Breakfast Nook,Counter - Solid Surface,Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Laminate,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Floor Furnace,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: No Air Conditioning
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,050
- Total interior livable area: 1,050 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 80A1685
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Exterior features: Back Yard,Front Yard,Sprinklers Front,Storage,Terraced Back,Low Maintenance
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay,City Lights,Hills,Panoramic,Water,Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Water
Lot
- Lot size: 6,969 sqft
- Features: Sloped Up
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached,Guest,Uncovered Park Spaces 2+,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Alameda County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,918 | $47,016 |
| Home Insurance * | $130 | $1,560 |
| Property Taxes | $842 | $10,104 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $5,288 | $63,456 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Listed for sale | $775,000 |
| 2020-11-16 | Sold | $725,000 |
| 2020-10-21 | Pending sale | $649,000 |
| 2020-10-11 | Listed for sale | $649,000 |
| 2018-06-01 | Sold | $585,000 |
| 2016-07-13 | Sold | $490,000 |
| 2016-05-21 | Listed for sale | $449,000 |
| 2003-10-02 | Sold | $2,000 |
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