Welcome to Garrison Avenue, where comfort, convenience, and charm come together in the heart of Castro Valley! Ideally located near Castro Valley High School, award-winning schools, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this move-in-ready, single-level ranch-style home offers a versatile floor plan with plenty of room to spread out. Inside, you'll find timeless hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and an abundance of natural light. Two spacious living areas provide flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining, while a separate dining area and additional bonus room offer endless possibilities for a home office, playroom, or creative space. The updated kitchen features stone countertops, freshly refinished cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a built-in induction cooktop, and brand-new built-in oven and microwave. The spacious primary suite offers its own full bathroom and double closets, while the beautifully remodeled hall bathroom adds a fresh, modern touch. Additional highlights include dual-pane windows, central heating and air conditioning, and ceiling fans throughout. Step outside to a low-maintenance, fully paved backyard with planter beds, perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing. A two-car garage provides additional storage and functionality. With its flexible layout, thoughtful updates, and prime location in the heart of Castro Valley, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
5,141 sq ftLot Size
$722Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Leslie Peterson•DRE #01452724• Evolve Real Estate
Listed by Kristen Bleth•DRE #02058725• Evolve Real Estate
Central Castro Valley, located between Lake Chabot Regional Park and the Hayward Hills, is a residential and commercial Castro Valley neighborhood with a walkable downtown strip and a BART-linked commute. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Castro Valley Boulevard near Redwood Road, where coffee counters, taquerias, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Chabot Cinema anchors local movie nights, while the Castro Valley Marketplace and the Castro Valley Library add everyday rhythm. Mid-century ranch homes and low-slung apartment buildings sit along gently curving streets that rise toward the hills. Greenbelts and trailheads shape weekend routines, and the boulevard’s patios and bakeries set a casual, social tone.
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Offer insights
19431 Garrison Ave · $1,249,000
$1.4M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.4M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
13 days
The average home goes pending in 15 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
109.5%
Most homes are selling 10% above list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining area
Family room
Two fireplaces in the family room and living room
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Stone counters
Dishwasher
Electric range
Microwave
Built-in oven
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Laminate
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Fenced backyard
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Attached garage with 2 spaces
Construction
Built in 1960
Stucco construction
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41151610
Oct 18, 2026
Listed
$1,249,000
$722/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40738206
May 18, 2016
Sold
$765,000
$442/sq ft
May 6, 2016
Pending
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Apr 28, 2016
Listed
$679,000
$392/sq ft
+25
Lovely single level on quiet court with much more then meets the eye! Refinished hd wd flrs, traditional frml liv rm, sep din rm, open & updtd kit with lrg gathering area. Spacious fam rm addition with wonderful natural light access to private yard, quaint patio & area to plant away! Welcome Home!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40071464
Apr 21, 2005
Sold
$680,000
$393/sq ft
Apr 11, 2005
Listing Removed
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Apr 5, 2005
Listed
$679,000
$392/sq ft
Impeccable Rancher in a quiet court location offering 1800 Sqft with Fresh Paint, Vaulted Ceilings, Skylights and an office for the Professional or kids homework. Sparkling Jacuzzi in rear yard. L/B on 04/06.
Public Records
May 31, 1989
Sold
$275,000
$159/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,295 (+2.5%)
$194,850 + $194,850
$389,700
2024
$5,168 (+1.9%)
$191,031 + $191,031
$382,062
2023
$5,072 (+2.2%)
$187,286 + $187,286
$374,572
2022
$4,962 (+2.7%)
$180,014 + $180,014
$360,028
2021
$4,831 (+2.4%)
$180,014 + $180,014
$360,028
2020
$4,718 (−1.6%)
$176,485 + $176,485
$352,970
2019
$4,797 (+3.0%)
$174,676 + $174,676
$349,352
2018
$4,659 (+2.7%)
$171,252 + $171,252
$342,504
2017
$4,535 (−5.6%)
$164,603 + $164,603
$329,206
2016
$4,801 (+7.0%)
$164,603 + $164,603
$329,206
2015
$4,486 (+1.5%)
$109,375 + $255,207
$364,582
2014
$4,421 (+1.0%)
$105,622 + $246,450
$352,072
2013
$4,377 (+2.2%)
$105,622 + $246,450
$352,072
2012
$4,285 (+1.4%)
$105,144 + $245,337
$350,481
2011
$4,225 (+0.7%)
$103,083 + $240,528
$343,611
2010
$4,194 (−0.3%)
$101,063 + $235,813
$336,876
2009
$4,208 (+3.7%)
$100,308 + $234,051
$334,359
2008
$4,059
$100,546 + $234,608
$335,154
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,141 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1965
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,731
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,731
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
084B057009900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residence Districts
Single-family residence districts, hereinafter designated as R-1 districts, are established to provide for and protect established neighborhoods of one-family dwellings, and to provide space in suitable locations for additional development of this kind, together with appropriate community facilities and allowance for restricted interim cultivation of the soil compatible with such low-density residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard
Mar 8, 2023 • Final
Building
Replace an existing residential water heater with a new unit of the same size in the same location.
Plumbing
Water heater
Jul 14, 2021 • Final
Reroof - single family residential
Tear off existing roofing and install new composition asphalt shingles on a residential building. Install a new roof deck with plywood. All work is for a one or two-family residential building.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Local insights from Redfin agents
Castro Valley remains a highly competitive market. On average, homes are selling for 103.7% of their asking price, with nearly 60% of properties closing above list price.
Castro Valley's fall market offers great buyer leverage. While median prices hold steady around $1.2M, increased inventory gives you room to negotiate on homes needing updates. Turnkey properties still move fast in under 15 days, so act quickly with...
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Castro Valley, CA • 94546
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Castro Valley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 19431 Garrison Ave
$1,285,304
$36K over list price of $1.25M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $1.4M.