4429 James Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546
SOLD
MAY 27, 2026

4429 James Ave
Castro Valley, CA 94546

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 3,144 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$1,720,000

Last Sold: May 27, 2026
1% over list $1.7M
$547/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $10,467/mo*
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$1,720,000

Last Sold: May 27, 2026
1% over list $1.7M
$547/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $10,467/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
5 Baths
3,144 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Description

Incredible updated custom home set on a huge lot, offering exceptional space, versatility and endless possibilities. The expansive front yard is a true park-like setting, featuring beautiful mature trees, lush landscaping, and a welcoming front deck. Step inside to find stunning acacia wood floors that flow throughout the home, creating warmth and elegance. The formal living and dining room overlook the backyard, providing a picturesque setting for gatherings and everyday living. The updated kitchen features beautiful countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a cozy eat-in area, perfect for entertaining and daily enjoyment. The spacious family room offers plenty of room to relax and spend time with family and friends. Designed with flexibility in mind, this ideal floor plan is perfect for multigenerational living, featuring two primary suites: one on the first floor and another on the second floor. The first floor includes three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. The second level offers a primary suite with balcony, large walk-in closet and gorgeous bathroom. Additional upstairs bedroom has its own private bathroom. Step outside to enjoy the expansive grounds that truly set this property apart. The backyard is a tropical oasis, complete with a sparkling saltwater swimming pool with solar, perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. The large lot provides incredible potential including plenty of space for entertaining, gardens or additional outdoor living areas. Extensively remodeled in 2014, this home features updated plumbing, electrical, and modern finishes throughout. Additional upgrades include a dual HVAC system and two tankless water heaters. This is the perfect property for entertaining and enjoying quality time with family and friends while offering comfort, flexibility, and future potential.
4429 James Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,144 sqft single-family home built in 1951. It last sold for $1,720,000 on May 27, 2026 (1% above the $1,698,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,729,000, with a rent estimate of $6,015/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$547/sqft
Listed
80 days ago

Home Details for 4429 James Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (partial): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3144 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: InsideMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: OtherHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Other Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Engineered Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Engineered Wood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionFencing: FencedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Pool
Pool: In Ground, Solar Heat, Community
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, OtherNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 84C78319

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,698,000Price Per Sqft: $547/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Apr 30 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Castro ValleyCommunity: Castro Valley

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3144 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Excl RightListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Other

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41131484Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Jeannine Rinetti DRE #02096097, (925) 339-1306
Rinetti & Co., Realtors®
Bought with: Roy Chu DRE #01957464, (510) 520-9904, Re/max Accord
Source: Bay East AOR, MLS#41131484

Price History for 4429 James Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/27/2026$1,720,000Sold
Bay East AOR #41131484
05/01/2026$1,698,000PendingBay East AOR #41131484
04/19/2026$1,698,000Listed For SaleBay East AOR #41131484
09/19/2002$640,000Sold
Bay East AOR #11144167

Market trends in Castro Valley

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.17M
$31KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
103.5%
1.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$696
$41MoM
Available listings
74
6MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$929,936
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4429 James Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
19828 Forest Ave, Castro Valley, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,209,000
10/14/25
4
4
2,081
19554 Alana Rd, Castro Valley, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,490,000
04/07/26
4
3
2,100
19427 Forest Pl, Castro Valley, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
07/09/25
4
2
2,304
4905 Apricot Ct, Castro Valley, CA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$1,610,000
02/18/26
4
3
2,375
4381 James Ave, Castro Valley, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
08/08/25
4
2
1,787
18522 Madison Ave, Castro Valley, CA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$1,530,750
05/22/26
4
3
2,954
19609 Fern Way, Castro Valley, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
06/25/26
4
2.5
1,691

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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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    "Kids play and neighborhood community and safety, security patrol perimeter and ask everything ok. Neighborhood nice people "
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