Exceptional investment & development opportunity on nearly 0.5-acre flat lot! Potential for a 4-lot subdivision Survey Completed, preliminary plans available to retain the existing home and build 3 additional detached townhomes (Like an SFH). Charming split-level home offering 4 beds & 2 baths. Main level features living/dining, kitchen & breakfast nook overlooking the spacious backyard. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms & 1 bath. Lower level includes separate entrance, den, full bath, laundry, storage & flexible space for office/wine cellar/4th bedroom great for multi-gen living or rental income. Endless possibilities: add an ADU, build a pool, park RV/boat, expand or develop. Backyard includes mature fruit trees avocado, grapefruit, Santa Rosa plum, Meyer lemon, orange & bay leaf. Prime location in Castro Valley close to downtown, shops, restaurants & BART. Rare opportunity with strong upside!
MLS #
ML82036418
MLS Source
MLSListings, Inc.
Bathrooms
Primary - Tub w/ Jets
Appliances
Dishwasher, Oven Range, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room
Dining Area
Family Room
Separate Family Room
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Flooring
Carpet, Concrete, Laminate
Laundry
Inside
Cooling
Ceiling Fan
Heating
Forced Air
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Crawl Space
Pool
None
Garage/Parking
Detached, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District
Castro Valley Unified
High School District
Castro Valley Unified
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Zoning
RMX
3642 Lorena Ave is a Single Family Residence in Castro Valley, CA 94546. This 2,350 square foot property sits on a 0.47 Acres Lot and features 3 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $1,799,000 and was built in 1938. This address can also be written as 3642 Lorena Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546.
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