18720 E Cavendish Dr, Castro Valley, CA 94552
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$1,790,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 27, 2026
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,300 sqft
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,300 sqft

18720 E Cavendish Dr, Castro Valley, CA 94552

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
2,300 sqft
Price/Sqft
$778
Parking
Attached Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to this stunning single-family residence nestled in the prestigious Briar Ridge community. Perched atop the hills, this exceptional home offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Bay and the rolling Castro Valley hills, creating a serene and elevated living experience.

Spanning approximately 2,300 square feet, the home features 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. The inviting living room boasts soaring vaulted ceilings and expansive windows that frame the spectacular Bay views. It seamlessly flows into a beautifully updated kitchen equipped with quartz countertops, abundant cabinetry, and modern stainless-steel appliances, including a refrigerator, cooktop with oven, dishwasher, and built-in microwave.

In addition to the living room, the home offers a separate family room and a formal dining room with a striking fireplace, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A bedroom and full bathroom on the main level provide flexibility for guests or multigenerational living.

Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and a newly renovated en-suite bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout add warmth and elegance, while a combination of recessed lighting and chandeliers in every room creates the perfect balance of sophistication and comfort.

The outdoor spaces are equally impressive. The property sits on over 10,000 square feet and includes a beautifully landscaped front yard with Bay views stretching to the San Mateo Bridge. The tranquil backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a large swimming pool, hot tub, pergola, and a landscaped hillside offering sweeping peninsula views from the top perfect for relaxing or hosting memorable gatherings.

Ideally located, the home is within walking distance to Canyon Middle School and just a 2-minute drive to Independent Elementary School, within an excellent school district. With its resort-style backyard, stunning views, and family-friendly neighborhood, this home is perfect for raising a young family. Enjoy the convenience of being just 8 10 minutes from Castro Valley Downtown, BART, and major hospitals.

Additional highlights include:
- Separate laundry room with washer and dryer included
- Landlord covers swimming pool maintenance service charges (weekly clean and re-fill chemicals)
- Landlord covers gardener service for standard yard maintenance (Bi-weekly)
- HOA covered by the Landlord - Access to Green Ridge park
- 2-car garage with ample storage.
- EV charger included in driveway for tentant.
Terms:
- Minimum 12-months lease required, open for longer lease upto 16 months.
- Good credit required with proof of regular income.
- Pets subject to landlord approval with a non-refundable pet deposit.
- Subleasing or subletting is not permitted.
- Tenant is responsible for water, garbage and PGE.
- No smoking or vaping allowed on the property.
- Tenant is responsible for plumbing blockages caused by misuse or negligence.

Upcoming Open House: Sunday (Jan 18th) 3 to 4 PM.

Terms:
- Mimumum 12-months lease required, open for longer lease upto 16 months.
- Good credit required with proof of regular income.
- Pets subject to landlord approval with a non-refundable pet deposit.
- Subleasing or subletting is not permitted.
- Tenant is responsible for water, garbage and PGE.
- No smoking or vaping allowed on the property.
- Tenant is responsible for plumbing blockages caused by misuse or negligence.
18720 E Cavendish Dr, Castro Valley, CA 94552 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,300 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $830,000 on Dec 30, 2014 (14,991% above the $5,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $5,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 8, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,790,300, with a rent estimate of $5,934/month.

Home Details for 18720 E Cavendish Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 18720 E Cavendish Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
18775 E Cavendish Dr, Castro Valley, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,548,000
07/10/26
4
3
2,292 sqft
5778 Mountain Ct, Castro Valley, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,360,000
08/28/25
4
3
2,196 sqft
18737 W Cavendish Dr, Castro Valley, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
03/20/26
4
3
2,292 sqft
5474 Troost Ct, Castro Valley, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,590,000
03/27/26
4
3
2,471 sqft
5505 Jasmine Ct, Castro Valley, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$496,000
04/03/26
4
2
1,908 sqft
5842 Highwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,795,000
08/04/26
4
2
1,901 sqft
5768 Highwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,860,000
06/10/26
4
2
1,901 sqft
5667 Greenridge Rd, Castro Valley, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
09/11/25
5
3
2,187 sqft
5929 Highwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$925,000
06/05/26
5
2
1,979 sqft
5800 Cold Water Dr, Castro Valley, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,590,000
05/26/26
4
3
2,100 sqft

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What Locals Say about Castro Valley

At least 380 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 35 % Say there are community events

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  • Daniel Micko
    "Good schools, the businesses are growing well. A lot of history here. People are nice. Car shows in the downtown area."
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  • Arijustinweinberg
    "HOA is great and cares about the residents. In Castro valley city they host street holiday parades 2-4 times a year"
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  • Katherine Brovont
    "This part of the neighborhood is pretty tight knit. Everyone knows everyone else, and are very friendly."
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  • Judy J Chen
    "Retro feel to some of the downtown area gives this town a unique vibe, not cookie cutter at all. More restaurants and coffee shop options than ever before. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Been living here for 6 years, it's located near a major interstate, and shopping. Good transportation, Don Castro Lake near by for recreation, several gas stations and convenience stores that are open 24 hours 7 days a week. "
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  • Leah M.
    "The schools are great and teachers are extremely supportive. Especially during Distance Learning. Community will always come together to help anyone in need. "
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  • Elizabeth H. P.
    "Great parks, schools are excellent, residents are friendly and conscientious. Overall it’s a really peaceful and pleasant place to live and raise a family. Also very easy to commute to various places in the Bay Area, not enough good restaurants though. "
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  • Michellehgarcia
    "Safe community overall. Schools are good. Good eating choices & shopping. Centrally located to SF and South Bay. "
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  • Trevor A.
    "It’s loud. Fireworks occur very frequently throughout the year. During the day it is safe usually to walk them. Not a lot of large yards nor any good parks in Castro valley for them to run"
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  • JL V.
    "Easy I go against traffic. I work in the Tri Valley area. I like the cooler weather of East Bay for living. "
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  • Melina V.
    "I live in the outskirts, still lots of homeless people but overall is safe and quieter for bay area standards"
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  • Trulia User
    "Castro Valley is quite and a nice place. It has good school. we need better restaurants but it is good. "
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  • Tammy F.
    "great schools public pool in summer kid friendly places to eat fantastic schools lots of churches and temples "
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  • Catherine S.
    "There’s a lot of nice hills to walk you’re dog and get good exercise at the same time. There is also a dog-specific store on the the main Blvd."
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  • Jureksiem
    "Great town if you have dogs or if you don't. The streets are safe to walk at all times and dog parks abound."
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  • Maureen P.
    "Most yards are a good size. Lots of parks walking distance. Privacy is easy because there’s space. Many good sidewalks. Flat enough to run in."
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  • Hraxon
    "My commute is a painful 32 miles that can take up to 90 minutes and on a really bad day...2 hours one way."
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  • Crisgf.ks
    "The schools are very good, and it’s a safe, friendly community to live in. It is easy to travel to San Francisco from here and to other communities for shopping, dining out. "
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  • Jerichoyadao25
    "Walking distance to bart. Lots of places around each other that does not require a vehicle. Near major freeways "
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  • Stayinpossibility
    "rodeo and parade, chili cook off, fall festival, lights parade, movies in the park, sports orgs, car shows... "
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  • Nerfherder1800
    "Even though you pick after your dogs owners can get angry when your dog does it's business. I once had a woman scream at me and throw a rock at my dog as I was picking up his poop with a doggy bag."
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  • Yolanda M.
    "My commute to East Oakland is about 30 minutes. Most of the traffic I get is after I get off the freeway in Oakland off 98th or Keller. "
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  • Bryan
    "I grew up here and my parents have lived in the same house for the last 30+ years. Most of the neighborhoods in my area have very nice a personable people, the kind that you can go knock on a strangers door and ask for a cup of sugar from."
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  • Yolanda M.
    "I work in East Oakland and my commute is about 30 minutes. Bart is also across the street. Shops and restaurants are walking distance "
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  • Beatriz S.
    "Clean, safe and we have a small park in the neighborhood as well as the canyon trail. Lots of wild animals so dogs must be on leash at all the times. "
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  • K.Cougar
    "I live in a rural area at the end of town. lots of trees and wildlife. it's at the back of Don Castro swimming, fishing,hiking, BBQ grills, bathrooms with showers... its a great park to sit under a tree in the shade, or lay a blanket on the grass."
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  • Andrea R.
    "Castro Valley is ok. people don't know how to drive. there are dogs barking all day. my car was stolen once. there are some parks that are nice. lake chabot is really close. "
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  • Jay M.
    "For work, my driving varies daily but usually go to San Jose, Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Redwood City, and a few cities in East Bay. I leave my house between 930-1030a either taking 238 to 880 and either one of the bridges or 580 to 680 depending on what Google Map says. Commute time is roughly an hour on a good day with moving traffic."
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  • Carolyn S.
    "Its a country setting in a big city. You see people walking, biking and hiking.Castro Valley is a family town."
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  • Sanchezjason239
    "This neighborhood is very safe the most threatening thing is druggies,friendly people and great schools.a very good neighborhood if you can afford it."
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  • Crisgf.ks
    "Castro Valley has a small town feel, with elements of the country, with parks, a lake, hiking trails and wildlife. I’m a quarter mile from Lake Chabot, and love to walk there. "
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  • Miaguglielmino
    "Great place to live and raise a family. Also great location in terms of access to freeways, hospitals, food entertainment etc"
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  • Mshues
    "Very quiet street even though I am in the heart of Castro Valley Blvd. Love that so many things are in walking distance. "
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  • Pinar I. S.
    "We just moved here. We like the neighborhood so far. It is quite and seems safe. Neighbors are say hi and friendly. "
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  • Cyn757a
    "Street fairs, annual rodeo, chili cook off and other community events all contribute to making it a nice community. "
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  • Ricplata75
    "It sucks! It’s gotten drastically worse over the years. It takes me at least 45 minutes to drive 11 miles. "
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  • tesfaselassie k.
    "Kids play and neighborhood community and safety, security patrol perimeter and ask everything ok. Neighborhood nice people "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 8, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$5,500
Jan 7, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,500
Dec 30, 2014
Source: CCAR #40681013
Sold
$830,000
Nov 27, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$799,900
Nov 21, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$799,900

Frequently asked questions about 18720 E Cavendish Dr

  • What is 18720 E Cavendish Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 18720 E Cavendish Dr in Castro Valley, CA is $1,790,300.
  • What is the price history for 18720 E Cavendish Dr?
    18720 E Cavendish Dr in Castro Valley, CA last sold for $830,000 in December 2014.
  • Is Castro Valley a buyer's or seller's market?
    Castro Valley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Castro Valley?
    The median sale price in Castro Valley is $1.21M. That is down $21.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 18720 E Cavendish Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 18720 E Cavendish Dr in Castro Valley, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 18720 E Cavendish Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 18720 E Cavendish Dr in Castro Valley, CA has a pool.

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