21714 Shadyspring Rd, Castro Valley, CA, 94546
About This Home
Welcoming curb appeal invites you to this expansive 2,474 sq. ft. home featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 baths in the established Upper Baywood neighborhood of Castro Valley. Enjoy stunning panoramic valley views by day and twinkling lights at night from the rear deck and from many rooms throughout the home. Freshly painted inside and out, this home has been owned by the same family for many years, who appreciated its breathtaking views, spacious rooms, flexible floor plan, and abundant storage. The main level features an updated kitchen that opens to the living areas on either side, along with the primary suite, an additional bedroom, and a full bath. Downstairs offers another bedroom, full bath, and a generous bonus room that can serve as a fourth bedroom, home office, or family room. With its flexible layout, the lower level also presents an excellent opportunity for a potential separate living area for extended family, guests, or rental income to help offset the mortgage. This level also provides direct access to a large basement/storage area with standing headroom, offering exceptional storage space. Additional highlights include drought-resistant landscaping and a desirable location close to Trader Joe's, shopping, and convenient commuter access. Come check out this special property!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 1975
Materials
- Roof: Tile
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Residential,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Double Oven,Electric Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: Laundry Closet,Electric
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower,Tub
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Updated Kitchen
- Door features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
- Window features: Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood,Linoleum,Tile,Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,474
- Total interior livable area: 2,474 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Eat-in Kitchen,Electric Range/Cooktop,Disposal,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 415200102
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights,Valley
Lot
- Lot size: 7,140 sqft
- Features: Sloped Down,Premium Lot,Landscaped,Landscape Front
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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 | $5,855 | $70,260 |
| Home Insurance * | $179 | $2,148 |
| Property Taxes | $1,349 | $16,188 |
| Electricity | $530 | $6,366 |
| Total | $7,913 | $94,956 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-24 | Listed for sale | $1,158,000 |
| 1994-10-05 | Sold | $285,000 |
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