Sold221d on market
5550 Cold Water Dr
Castro Valley, CA, 94552 • 94552 • Alameda County
$1,437,500
$550/sqft
5Beds
4Baths
2,615Sqft
0.46 acLot
1965Built
Property DNA
Contemporary Style
Built 1965 · 61 years of history
Greenridge
94552
2 Fireplaces
Brick · Family Room · Living Room · Raised Hearth · Wood Burning
2-Car Garage
Attached · Drive Through · Direct Access · Off Street · RV/Boat Parking · Side Yard Access · Garage Faces Front · Garage Door Opener
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
18 views
People checking out this listing
221 days on market
Established listing
$550/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1965
Beautifully updated executive home in a sought-after Castro Valley neighborhood! This spacious 5 bed, 3.5 bath home features newly refinished hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen with quartz counters, new cabinets, flooring, lighting, and stainless steel appliances (including refrigerator). Two remodeled bathrooms upstairs. Living and family rooms each feature fireplaces. Two downstairs bedrooms with separate entrances and new carpet—ideal for guests or extended family. Family room includes new laminate flooring and a wet bar. Dual pane windows throughout, including slider. New front entry door. Dual furnaces and water heaters for comfort and efficiency. Oversized 2-car garage plus plenty of off-street parking. Level backyard with new redwood deck, planter box, and outbuilding for extra storage. Extra-wide driveway with double gate access to backyard. Both lots combined are .46 of an acre. All nestled in a serene country creek setting, yet minutes to downtown, BART, and top-rated schools. A must-see property!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights stainless steel appliances, newly refinished hardwood floors, and new front entry door as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$8,944/month
Principal & Interest$7,027
Property Tax$1,438
Insurance$479
Down payment20% ($287,500)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,150,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeResidential, Single Family Residence
Year Built1965
HeatingZoned, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.46 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeResidential, Single Family Residence
StyleContemporary
ConditionExisting
Year built1965
Stories2
Systems
HeatingZoned, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
RoofTile
ConstructionBrick, Wood Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Drive Through, Direct Access, Off Street, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Garage2 spaces
Fireplaces2
FencingFenced
Lot0.46 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood94552
Parcel85160935
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Partial baths1
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Storage
Counter - Solid Surface
Pantry
Updated Kitchen
Appliances
Dishwasher
Gas Range
Refrigerator
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Laminate
Carpet
Heating
Zoned
Natural Gas
Fireplace(s)
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Laundry
Hookups Only
In Garage
Fireplace
Brick
Family Room
Living Room
Raised Hearth
Wood Burning
Windows
Double Pane Windows
Screens
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Storage
Parking
Attached
Drive Through
Direct Access
Off Street
RV/Boat Parking
Side Yard Access
Garage Faces Front
Garage Door Opener
Construction
Brick
Wood Siding
Lot Features
Premium Lot
Back Yard
Front Yard
Side Yard
Pool Features
None
Room details
1 room detailed
Kitchen
Counter - Solid SurfaceDishwasherEat-in KitchenDisposalGas Range/CooktopPantryRefrigeratorUpdated Kitchen
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market221
Est. value$1,980,400
Est. rent$5,497/mo
Tax rate1.22%
Price/sqft$550
On marketJul 11, 2025
PostedJul 11, 2025
Last sold$1,437,500
MLS updatedAug 29, 2025
Tour days6
Views18
How are the schools in Castro Valley?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Castro Valley, CA, 94552
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 28, 2025Sold$1,437,500$550CCAR
Aug 8, 2025Pending Sale$1,489,000$569CCAR
Jul 29, 2025Price Change$1,489,000$569CCAR
Jul 11, 2025Listed For Sale$1,799,000$688CCAR
Sold$1,437,500
Aug 28, 2025•$550/sqft•CCAR
Pending Sale$1,489,000
Aug 8, 2025•$569/sqft•CCAR
Price Change$1,489,000
Jul 29, 2025•$569/sqft•CCAR
Listed For Sale$1,799,000
Jul 11, 2025•$688/sqft•CCAR
Tax history
16 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 7, 2025—$1,295,400
Apr 7, 2024$4,907$352,372
Apr 7, 2023$4,813$345,463
Apr 7, 2022$4,708$338,691
Apr 7, 2021$4,583$332,050
Apr 7, 2020$4,476$328,647
Apr 7, 2019$4,550$322,203
Apr 7, 2018$4,300$315,886
Apr 7, 2017$4,300$309,693
Apr 7, 2016$4,091$303,622
Apr 7, 2015$3,762$299,062
Apr 7, 2014$3,762$293,206
Apr 7, 2013—$291,881
Apr 7, 2012—$286,160
Apr 7, 2011—$280,549
Apr 7, 2010—$278,452
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Castro Valley, CA • Alameda County
Nearby cities
AlamedaBerkeleyDublinFremontHaywardLivermoreOaklandPleasanton
Nearby zip codes
9454694552
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