20153 Forest Ave APT 9, Castro Valley, CA, 94546
About This Home
Nestled in a quiet and well-maintained community, this charming townhome-style condo in Castro Valley offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The home features an inviting open floor plan with beautiful wood flooring throughout the main level, creating a warm and spacious living environment ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedroom suites, each complete with walk-in closets, providing privacy and ample storage. Step outside to enjoy a spacious private patio perfect for entertaining guests or simply unwinding after a long day. Additional highlights include individual A/C and heating units in every room for personalized comfort, two assigned carport parking spaces, and a dedicated storage area. Ideally located near top-rated schools, downtown Castro Valley, shopping, and dining, this home also offers easy access to BART and major freeways including 580 and 880, making it a commuter’s dream.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 1986
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Residential,Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Microwave,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: In Unit
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Features
- Breakfast Bar,Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Individual Rm Controls,Fireplace(s)
- Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,044
- Total interior livable area: 1,044 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar,Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Eat-in Kitchen,Electric Range/Cooktop,Kitchen Island,Microwave,Range/Oven Free Standing,Refrigerator,Wet Bar
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 84C72684
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Ground Floor Location
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Other
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport,Guest
- Carport: 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
- Inland Flooding
- Heat Wave
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 | $3,028 | $36,336 |
| Home Insurance * | $92 | $1,104 |
| Property Taxes | $659 | $7,908 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $4,177 | $50,124 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | Price change | $615,000 |
| 2026-04-17 | Listed for sale | $625,000 |
| 2024-10-05 | Listing removed | $2,875 |
| 2024-10-03 | Price change | $2,875 |
| 2024-10-01 | Price change | $2,975 |
| 2024-09-17 | Listed for rent | $3,050 |
| 2023-09-07 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-08-16 | Listed for rent | $2,950 |
| 2022-01-12 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-12-30 | Listed for rent | $2,750 |
| 2018-07-16 | Sold | $550,000 |
| 2018-06-21 | Pending sale | $498,000 |
| 2018-06-13 | Listed for sale | $498,000 |
| 2013-03-02 | Listing removed | $1,600 |
| 2013-01-25 | Listed for rent | $1,600 |
| 2011-10-14 | Listing removed | $1,500 |
| 2011-10-04 | Listed for rent | $1,500 |
| 1999-03-31 | Sold | $170,000 |
| 1994-07-01 | Sold | $123,500 |
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