Charming Home Nestled in the desirable Palomares Hills Community in Castro Valley, this beautifully maintained single-family home combines comfort, elegance, and convenience in one stunning package. With 4 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the thoughtfully designed layout offers both relaxed everyday living and stylish entertaining. Soaring ceilings fill the home with natural light. The kitchen features a sunny breakfast nook that opens to an expansive backyard—ideal for outdoor gatherings or quiet moments surrounded by nature. Set against a serene, country-like backdrop, this home offers breathtaking hillside views and a true sense of retreat. Enjoy exclusive access to top-rated schools, scenic parks and trails, and a host of community amenities—including a pool, tennis courts, and more—all with easy freeway access to the best of the Bay Area. Experience the perfect blend of natural beauty, modern comfort, and community living in this exceptional home.
Sold for $1,416,888
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$1,416,888
20962 Sherman Dr, Castro Valley, CA 94552
4beds
1,940sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$1,432,700 Zestimate®
$730/sqft
$4,857 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,432,700
$1.29M - $1.59M
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Listed by:
Diana Fong DRE #01466682 510-828-3832,
United Brokers Real Estate
Bought with:
David Chao, DRE #02154049
Coldwell Banker
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41094706
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower, Sunken Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Common Area
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook
- Flooring: Linoleum, Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,940
- Total interior livable area: 1,940 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Direct Access, Side Yard Access, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: In Ground, Community
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canyon, Hills, Partial
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 85A641383
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Castro Valley
- Subdivision: Palomares Hills
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $73 monthly
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Greenbelt, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), BBQ Area
- Services included: Management Fee
- Association name: PALOMARES HILLS HOA
- Association phone: 925-901-0225
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Price range: $1.4M - $1.4M
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2025 | Sold | $1,416,888+5%$730/sqft |
Source:  Bay East AOR #41094706 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$696/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41094706 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+121.3%$696/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41094706 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2001 | Sold | $610,000+94.3%$314/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/1998 | Sold | $314,000$162/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $919,104 +2% |
| 2024 | $11,459 +1.6% | $901,085 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,282 +1.9% | $883,420 +2% |
| 2022 | $11,072 +2.6% | $866,101 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,792 +2.3% | $849,120 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,547 -1.8% | $840,414 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,746 +5.6% | $823,938 +2% |
| 2018 | $10,172 | $807,785 +2% |
| 2017 | $10,172 +5.1% | $791,950 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,681 +8.1% | $776,425 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $8,954 | $764,768 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,954 | $749,793 +18.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $634,000 +8.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $586,000 -3.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $610,000 -5.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $647,000 -9.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $713,766 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $699,773 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $686,054 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $672,604 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $659,415 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $646,490 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $634,644 +7.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $590,000 +80.7% |
| 2001 | $3,664 | $326,478 |
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Neighborhood: 94552
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Jensen Ranch Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Canyon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10Castro Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
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- California
- Alameda County
- Castro Valley
- 94552
- 20962 Sherman Dr
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