Alameda County
Castro Valley is a charming unincorporated community known for its excellent schools, family-friendly atmosphere, and suburban character with easy access to BART. The town offers a small-town feel while remaining connected to the Bay Area.
Explore the distinct neighborhoods that make Castro Valley special. Each has its own character, home styles, and community feel.
Walkable with village charm
Modern hillside community
Hillside with views and space
Established family community
As Castro Valley specialists, we recommend Five Canyons for newer homes with views, Proctor for established character, Palomares Hills for larger lots, and downtown Castro Valley for walkability.
Castro Valley Unified School District is well-regarded, with Castro Valley High School performing above state averages. The community strongly supports its schools. We help families verify school boundaries.
Castro Valley offers excellent outdoor recreation including Lake Chabot for hiking, biking, fishing and boating, plus numerous regional parks in the surrounding hills.
Castro Valley offers better schools than most inner East Bay cities, a more suburban feel, and its own BART station. Prices are generally between San Leandro and more expensive areas like Danville.
Castro Valley maintains a small-town, family-oriented community feel despite its BART access. The downtown has local shops and restaurants, and community events are popular.
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