Sold651d on market
5490 Balkan Ct
Castro Valley, CA, 94552 • 94552 • Alameda County
$1,368,000
$799/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,712Sqft
0.27 acLot
1978Built
Property DNA
Craftsman Style
Built 1978 · 48 years of history
None
Greenbelt
Outdoor Living
Deck · Patio · Covered
1 Fireplace
Family Room · Insert
2-Car Garage
Deck · Garage Faces Front · Garage Door Opener
Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
$43/mo HOA
Greenbelt
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
9 views
People checking out this listing
651 days on market
Established listing
$799/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1978
Discover serenity and comfort in this captivating, single level, 3 bedroom, 2 bath sanctuary, nestled in a prime location at the back of Balkan Court. As you step inside you will find soaring vaulted ceilings and expansive windows inviting in an abundance of natural light. The spacious interior showcases a primary suite with updated bathroom, guest bath, and two additional bedrooms. Outside, you will feel the size of the nearly 11,700 sqft lot filled with lush landscaping, full of blooming flowers and stunning greenery. Feel free to enjoy the two exterior decks offering a place to enjoy the ambiance from either the family room or living room entrances. The home is very conveniently located in the well known Briar Ridge community, close to shopping, local highways and downtown Castro Valley. Truly a unique home with endless possibilities.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$8,499/month
Principal & Interest$6,632
Property Tax$1,368
Insurance$456
HOA$43
Down payment20% ($273,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.10% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,094,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeResidential, Single Family Residence
Year Built1978
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
HOA$520 annually
Lot0.27 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeResidential, Single Family Residence
StyleCraftsman
ConditionExisting
Year built1978
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
RoofMetal
ConstructionStucco
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDeck, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Garage2 spaces
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced
Lot0.27 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood94552
Parcel85630481
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$43/mo
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Refrigerator
Flooring
Tile
Carpet
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Laundry
Hookups Only
In Garage
Fireplace
Family Room
Insert
Exterior Features
Exterior
Low Maintenance
Parking
Deck
Garage Faces Front
Garage Door Opener
Construction
Stucco
Patio & Porch
Deck
Patio
Covered
Lot Features
Court
Level
Back Yard
Front Yard
Side Yard
Landscape Back
Landscape Front
Pool Features
None
Other Equipment
Irrigation Equipment
Room details
1 room detailed
Kitchen
Counter - TileRefrigerator
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market651
Est. value$1,549,400
Est. rent$4,016/mo
Tax rate1.22%
Price/sqft$799
On marketMay 14, 2024
PostedMay 14, 2024
Last sold$1,368,000
MLS updatedJul 10, 2024
Tour days6
Views9
How are the schools in Castro Valley?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Castro Valley, CA, 94552
Price history
6 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 26, 2024Sold$1,368,000$799Bay East AOR
May 23, 2024Pending Sale$1,298,000$758bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
May 14, 2024Listed For Sale$1,298,000$758bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Nov 7, 2022Price Change$3,700$2Zillow Rental Manager
Oct 18, 2022Price Change$3,800$2Zillow Rental Manager
Oct 16, 2022Listed For Rent$3,600$2Zillow Rental Manager
Sold$1,368,000
Jun 26, 2024•$799/sqft•Bay East AOR
Pending Sale$1,298,000
May 23, 2024•$758/sqft•bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Listed For Sale$1,298,000
May 14, 2024•$758/sqft•bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Price Change$3,700
Nov 7, 2022•$2/sqft•Zillow Rental Manager
Price Change$3,800
Oct 18, 2022•$2/sqft•Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent$3,600
Oct 16, 2022•$2/sqft•Zillow Rental Manager
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025—$1,392,300
Apr 9, 2024$16,163$1,300,000
Apr 9, 2023$3,398$226,247
Apr 9, 2022$3,316$221,811
Apr 9, 2021$3,225$217,462
Apr 9, 2020$3,149$215,233
Apr 9, 2019$3,195$211,013
Apr 9, 2018$3,018$206,876
Apr 9, 2017$3,018$202,820
Apr 9, 2016$2,870$198,845
Apr 9, 2015$2,629$195,858
Apr 9, 2014$2,629$192,022
Apr 9, 2013—$191,155
Apr 9, 2012—$187,407
Apr 9, 2011—$183,733
Apr 9, 2010—$182,360
Apr 9, 2009—$182,794
Apr 9, 2008—$179,210
Apr 9, 2007—$175,697
Apr 9, 2006—$172,251
Apr 9, 2005—$168,874
Apr 9, 2004—$165,565
Apr 9, 2003—$162,531
Apr 9, 2002—$159,344
Apr 9, 2001$1,816$156,219
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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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