31131 Alvarado Niles Rd, Union City, CA, 94587
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
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
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
- 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 | $2,522 | $30,264 |
| Home Insurance * | $54 | $648 |
| Property Taxes | $576 | $6,912 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $3,550 | $42,600 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-14 | Price change | $489,951 |
| 2026-04-24 | Price change | $498,951 |
| 2026-03-27 | Listed for sale | $499,995 |
| 2026-03-25 | Listing removed | $534,991 |
| 2026-03-19 | Price change | $534,991 |
| 2026-03-06 | Price change | $549,900 |
| 2026-01-29 | Listed for sale | $549,999 |
| 2024-01-01 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-12-11 | Listed for rent | $2,800 |
| 2023-10-17 | Sold | $475,000 |
| 2023-10-07 | Pending sale | $499,900 |
| 2023-10-07 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-10-02 | Pending sale | $499,900 |
| 2023-09-21 | Price change | $499,900 |
| 2023-09-08 | Listed for sale | $520,000 |
| 2023-09-07 | Pending sale | $520,000 |
| 2023-08-30 | Price change | $520,000 |
| 2023-08-15 | Price change | $550,000 |
| 2023-07-08 | Listed for sale | $570,000 |
| 2018-01-22 | Sold | $540,000 |
| 2017-12-14 | Pending sale | $499,000 |
| 2017-12-05 | Listed for sale | $499,000 |
| 2010-04-28 | Sold | $175,000 |
| 2009-07-13 | Sold | $179,350 |
| 2005-10-17 | Sold | $380,000 |
| 2002-04-05 | Sold | $244,000 |
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