523 Evelyn Ln, Hayward, CA, 94544
About This Home
Welcome to 523 Evelyn St, Hayward, a well-located property offering flexibility, functionality, and future potential. The home features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a separate laundry room, and comfortable living spaces with access to a covered patio for indoor-outdoor use. Recent updates include a brand new dishwasher and a brand new wall furnace. Most windows are dual-pane. Situated on a 5,964 sq ft lot, the property offers wide side yards providing valuable space and versatility, with potential for accommodating vehicles, boats, or RVs, subject to buyer investigation and any required improvements. The left side yard, adjacent to the garage, may offer an opportunity to create pass-through access to the rear yard with modifications. The backyard may offer potential for an ADU or future expansion, subject to buyer verification with the City of Hayward. The property backs to the Hayward Community Gardens, providing added privacy with no rear neighbors. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major commute routes including I-880 and Hwy 92. A versatile opportunity with strong upside in a well-established neighborhood.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 1952
Materials
- Foundation: Slab,Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subType: Residential,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Common Area
Bathroom
- Features: Tile,Window,Stall Shower,Updated Baths
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Features
- Counter - Solid Surface,Updated Kitchen
- Window features: Bay Window(s),Screens,Window Coverings
- Flooring: Laminate,Tile
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: No Air Conditioning
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface,Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 4445440
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: No Steps to Entry
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered,Enclosed
- Exterior features: Garden/Play,Storage,Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Other
Lot
- Lot size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Level,Rectangular Lot,Back Yard,Front Yard,Landscaped,Paved,Side Yard,Landscape Back,Landscape Front
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached,Covered,Direct Access,Space Per Unit - 1,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
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 | $3,989 | $47,868 |
| Home Insurance * | $129 | $1,548 |
| Property Taxes | $875 | $10,500 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $5,391 | $64,692 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Price change | $789,000 |
| 2026-05-02 | Pending sale | $749,000 |
| 2026-04-24 | Listed for sale | $749,000 |
| 1998-08-20 | Sold | $13,500 |
| 1995-06-20 | Sold | $145,000 |
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