Charming English-style cottage with a detached ADU in the heart of Castro Valley! This beautifully updated home blends timeless character with modern upgrades and room to grow. Enjoy valley views from the expansive deck, complete with a cozy fire pit and decorative maple tree—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, you'll find three inviting fireplaces, skylights, and carpeting throughout. The detached ADU (approx. 700 sq ft, in addition to 1,787 sq ft main home) includes a full kitchen, bathroom, HVAC, and private deck—ideal for guests, home office, or rental income. Additional highlights include: 18-panel solar system with battery backup, professionally engineered seismic retrofit, Jacuzzi tub, limestone tile, walk-in closets, and a 100-foot driveway with room for RV/boat parking. Located near top-rated schools and downtown Castro Valley dining.
MLS #
BE41097370
MLS Source
Bay East
Days on Site
8
Kitchen
Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Tile, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Skylight(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room
Dining Area
Fireplace
Den, Primary Bedroom, Other
Flooring
Carpet - Wall to Wall, Tile
Cooling
Central -1 Zone
Heating
Forced Air
Roof
Composition
Pool
None, Pool - No
Style
Bungalow
Garage/Parking
Detached, Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Off-Street Parking, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
4381 James Ave is a Single Family Residence in Castro Valley, CA 94546. This 1,787 square foot property sits on a 7,513 Sq Ft Lot and features 4 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,199,000 and was built in 1940.
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