1540 Crescent Ave

Welcome to 1540 Crescent Avenue, a charming Castro Valley home offering timeless character, comfortable living spaces, and flexible possibilities. The inviting main level is filled with natural light and features hardwood flooring, a spacious living room with new carpet, and a bright kitchen with granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and updated appliances. Toward the rear of the property, a spacious detached bonus room features abundant natural light, large windows, and direct access to the outdoor area—an ideal flexible space for a home office, recreation room, gym, studio, or creative retreat. The property also features finished lower-level space with a separate entrance, kitchenette, bathroom, and additional living area, offering even more flexibility for a variety of uses. Private outdoor areas provide space to relax, garden, and entertain. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, Trader Joe’s, and everyday amenities, with easy access to I-580 and surrounding Bay Area destinations. A unique Castro Valley property combining classic bungalow charm with an abundance of versatile additional space.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$799,000

List Price

$799,000

On Market Date

Aug 28, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Castro Valley

Zip Code

94546

MLS ID

41146576

APN

41522034

Year Built

1916

Stories in Building

1

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

BAY EAST

Bed

2

Bath

1

Parking

1

Detached, On Street

SQ FT

1,122

SQ FT Source

Not Verified

Lot SQ FT

7,500.0

Lot Acres

0.17 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Counter - Solid Surface, Electric Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Back Yard, Front Yard

Flooring

Tile, Carpet, Wood

Foundation

Fire Place

None

Heating

Forced Air

Laundry

Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Main Level

2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Other, Main Entry

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

Crawl Space

Architectural Style

Traditional

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Back Yard, Front Yard

Location

Irregular Lot

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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