Welcome to 20279 Forest Ave, a beautifully updated 2-bed, 1.5-bath townhome nestled in sunny Castro Valley. This turnkey two-story home offers comfortable living in the ideal location. Step inside to an inviting floor plan, where a spacious living room, dining room, and modern kitchen await. Upstairs, you'll find gorgeous new flooring and two large bedrooms, offering plenty of space as well as privacy. Enjoy relaxing in your own backyard, perfect for morning coffee or weekend barbecues. The home also features a large, attached 2-car garage, including washer & dryer, for convenient parking and storage. Location is everything! Close to Marshall Elementary, Creekside Middle, and Castro Valley High. Commuters will love the short drive to the Castro Valley BART station and quick access to I-580. You're also moments from the vibrant shopping and dining along Castro Valley Blvd and the scenic trails of nearby Lake Chabot. Don't miss this gem!
For sale
$695,000
20279 Forest Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546
2beds
1,207sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1983
0.7 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$576/sqft
$358/mo HOA
What's special
Beautifully updatedGorgeous new flooringInviting floor planDining roomTwo large bedroomsModern kitchen
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Jordan Golani DRE #02145952 415-518-8820,
Vanguard Properties 415-510-8600
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426157074
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
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Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 2
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Bedroom 3
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Bedroom 4
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Dining room
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Family room
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Kitchen
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Living room
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Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,207
- Total interior livable area: 1,207 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Side By Side, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.7 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 084C107200700
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance on Structure, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management
- HOA fee: $358 monthly
- HOA name: Happy Hollow
Location
- Region: Castro Valley
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $576/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $600,701
- Price range: $695K - $695K
- Date on market: 8/28/2026
- Total actual rent: 0
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $695,000+39.7%$576/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #426157074 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2016 | Sold | $497,500+21.9%$412/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2013 | Sold | $408,000$338/sqft |
Source:  Bay East AOR #40610953 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $600,701 +2% |
| 2025 | $7,776 +2.3% | $588,925 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,600 +1.7% | $577,378 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,472 +2% | $566,060 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,324 +2.6% | $554,960 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,136 +2.3% | $544,080 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,973 -1.1% | $538,503 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,053 +5.7% | $527,946 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,671 | $517,598 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,671 +19.6% | $507,450 +19.6% |
| 2016 | $5,577 +7% | $424,413 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,213 +1.3% | $418,040 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,144 | $409,851 +49.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $274,204 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $268,829 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $263,558 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $261,589 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $262,211 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $257,071 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $252,030 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $247,089 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $242,245 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $237,497 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $233,144 +39.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $167,147 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,876 | $163,868 |
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