20860 Baker Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546
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SOLD
OCT 21, 2025

20860 Baker Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 836 sqft

$702,000

Last Sold: Oct 21, 2025
4% over list $675K
$840/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,306/mo*
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$702,000

Last Sold: Oct 21, 2025
4% over list $675K
$840/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $4,306/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
836 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Welcome to 20860 Baker Rd, Castro Valley a beautifully updated single-level home offering comfort and privacy in a serene setting. This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom gem has been refreshed with new kitchen cabinets, sleek countertops, fresh flooring, updated paint, and recessed lighting throughout, giving it a modern and inviting feel. Meticulously maintained over the years, its truly move-in ready. Inside, you'll enjoy the open-concept design thats perfect for entertaining, while still providing just the right amount of separation for cozy, personal spaces. The homes layout and setting create a true sense of privacy and independence thats hard to find. Step outside to a spacious, usable yard with endless possibilities for relaxing or entertaining. Located in the heart of Castro Valley, this home provides easy access to top-rated schools, BART, public transportation, and major freeways putting shopping, dining, and parks just minutes away. Whether you're searching for your first home or looking to downsize with ease, 20860 Baker Rd is the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience.
20860 Baker Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 836 sqft single-family home built in 1956. It last sold for $702,000 on Oct 21, 2025 (4% above the $675,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $720,600, with a rent estimate of $2,898/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$130/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$840/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 20860 Baker Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 836 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Public Utilities, Water PublicAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/DryerDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall/Window Unit(s)Heating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Gas & Electric
Gas: PublicUtilities
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: Back YardExterior: Back Yard, Fenced, Storage Shed StructureFoundation: Crawl Space
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageParking: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),No Garage,On Street,Tandem
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 084A0017047

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $675,000Price Per Sqft: $840/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: CastroValley
School Information
Elementary School District: CastroValleyUnifiedHigh School District: CastroValleyUnifiedWalk Score: 89

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 836

Community

Units in Building: 18

HOA

Has an HOAHOA Fee: $130/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2011 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: ExclusiveRightToSell

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: ML82022202
Last check for updates: 43 minutes ago
Listed by Jeremy Naval 02015946, (415) 509-8848
Compass, (650) 375-1111
Bought with: Zhe Wang Birchett 02149500, Compass, (510) 470-9096
Source: MLSListings Inc, MLS#ML82022202

Price History for 20860 Baker Rd

DatePriceEventSource
10/21/2025$702,000Sold
MLSListings Inc #ML82022202
09/26/2025$675,000PendingMLSListings Inc #ML82022202
09/19/2025$675,000Listed For SaleMLSListings Inc #ML82022202
06/10/2015$433,000Sold
N/A
04/24/2015$399,216Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/29/2010$275,000Sold
N/A
09/12/2006$430,000Sold
N/A
12/08/1999$192,000Sold
N/A
05/24/1995$101,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Castro Valley

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.23M
$56.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.9%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$680
$18MoM
Available listings
78
3MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$520,383
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 20860 Baker Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
20852 Baker Rd, Castro Valley, CA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$740,000
08/26/25
2
1
836
20911 Chester St, Castro Valley, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$856,000
03/16/26
2
1
1,101
2234 Lobert St, Castro Valley, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$745,000
10/15/25
2
1
876
20998 Chester St, Castro Valley, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$765,999
10/30/25
2
2
955
2204 Lobert St, Castro Valley, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$750,000
10/14/25
2
1
886
21284 Tyee St, Castro Valley, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$725,000
10/23/25
2
1
1,048
21237 Orange Ave, Castro Valley, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$754,500
07/28/25
3
1
1,028
2226 Vegas Ave, Castro Valley, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$768,000
04/27/26
3
1
871

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Assigned Schools

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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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Based on information from the MLSListings MLS as of 2026-07-13 09:24:40 PDT. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.