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31131 Alvarado Niles Rd, Union City, CA, 94587

2beds
2baths
1,129sqft
$498,951
$442price/sqft
$3,550/moest. monthly cost
$142,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Golden opportunity for first-time buyers and investors! Light-filled, North-facing townhome in a prime Union City location - perfect for those seeking space, comfort, and long-term value. The open-concept living and dining area features a cozy fireplace and flows seamlessly to a private patio, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The functional kitchen offers ample cabinetry, storage, and workspace, ideal for home chefs. Upstairs includes two generously sized bedrooms, including an oversized primary suite with a large walk-in closet and private balcony - your personal retreat to unwind after the day. The second bedroom is bright and versatile, perfect for guests, a home office, or flexible living arrangements to suit your lifestyle. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry with washer and dryer included, assigned carport plus extra open parking, and a well-maintained community enhancing convenience and long-term value. Located close to parks, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment, with quick access to I-880, Dumbarton Bridge, BART, and major Bay Area employers. This is a rare opportunity offering space, location, and lifestyle in a highly desirable Union City neighborhood - don’t miss it!

Getting Around

81
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
55
BikeBikeable

Schools

7/10
8/10
James Logan High SchoolGrades 9-122.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Existing
  • Year built: 1982

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Composition Shingles,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Residential,Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Dryer,Washer
  • Laundry features: Upper Level

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Partial bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Laminate,Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,129
  • Total interior livable area: 1,129 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Dishwasher,Electric Range/Cooktop

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 48341139
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Other equipment: Other

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry location: No Steps to Entry
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.10 Acres
  • Features: Rectangular Lot

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Carport
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • 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
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Inland Flooding
Heat Wave

FEMA Declared Disasters in Alameda County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,522$30,264
Home Insurance *$54$648
Property Taxes $576$6,912
Electricity $398$4,786
Total$3,550$42,600
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$121,714/yr
40% on housing$106,500/yr
45% on housing$94,666/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.9%
6.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.0%
2.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$442This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 94587$531
Alameda County$497

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 94587$803
Alameda County$664

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

DateEventPrice
2026-05-14Price change$489,951
2026-04-24Price change$498,951
2026-03-27Listed for sale$499,995
2026-03-25Listing removed$534,991
2026-03-19Price change$534,991
2026-03-06Price change$549,900
2026-01-29Listed for sale$549,999
2024-01-01Listing removed--
2023-12-11Listed for rent$2,800
2023-10-17Sold$475,000
2023-10-07Pending sale$499,900
2023-10-07Listing removed--
2023-10-02Pending sale$499,900
2023-09-21Price change$499,900
2023-09-08Listed for sale$520,000
2023-09-07Pending sale$520,000
2023-08-30Price change$520,000
2023-08-15Price change$550,000
2023-07-08Listed for sale$570,000
2018-01-22Sold$540,000
2017-12-14Pending sale$499,000
2017-12-05Listed for sale$499,000
2010-04-28Sold$175,000
2009-07-13Sold$179,350
2005-10-17Sold$380,000
2002-04-05Sold$244,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentPrasanna Rangaswamy
BrokerageArcus Homes

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