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Last Sold Price
5 beds1,932 sqft
5877 Highwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94552
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.17 acresLot Size
1962Year Built
$839/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

When you think of mid-century modern, this is the home that comes to mind. The iconic Double-A designed by A. Quincy Jones, and built by Eichler homes in 1963. This stunning example of MCM architecture is one of the most popular of all Eichler models with its versatile floor plan of 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that surround the spacious open air atrium and signature great room that epitomize the Eichler spirit of bringing the outdoors in. Features include double pane windows throughout, multiple skylights,...When you think of mid-century modern, this is the home that comes to mind. The iconic Double-A designed by A. Quincy Jones, and built by Eichler homes in 1963. This stunning example of MCM architecture is one of the most popular of all Eichler models with its versatile floor plan of 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms that surround the spacious open air atrium and signature great room that epitomize the Eichler spirit of bringing the outdoors in. Features include double pane windows throughout, multiple skylights, wood burning fireplace, insulated roof under warranty, updated period flooring, fresh exterior and interior paint in designer colors, radiant heating, large single car attached garage with automatic door, covered carport, fully fenced back and side yards, additional exterior storage, and programmable irrigation. Located high atop the hill on peaceful Highwood Road in Castro Valley's wonderful Greenridge neighborhood. Great weather, central location, and plenty of parks and recreation.

Listing Agent

  1. Thomas Westfall

    Thomas Westfall

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01833889

    P: (415) 889-7608

Listing closed: 04/14/2021 12:00 AM • Source: RESFAR, MLS#: 421529506

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,525,000

Avg days on market

25

Sale-to-list ratio

104.6%

Castro Valley, CA

9 comparable properties found

1

$1,292,000

Sold 12/04/25

5
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,979
Square Feet
0.29
Acres
$2,000,000 | 5874 Highwood Road, Castro Valley, CA 94552
2

$2,000,000

Sold 12/24/24

5
Bedrooms
2,000
Square Feet
0.21
Acres
$2,100,000 | 18508 Mountain Lane, Castro Valley, CA 94552
1/2
3

$2,100,000

Sold 08/19/26

5
Bedrooms
2,050
Square Feet
0.31
Acres
$1,298,800 | 5615 Cold Water Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94552
4

$1,298,800

Sold 05/11/26

5
Bedrooms
1,908
Square Feet
0.20
Acres
$1,490,000 | 5827 Cold Water Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94552
5

$1,490,000

Sold 04/20/26

5
Bedrooms
2,226
Square Feet
0.36
Acres
$1,525,000 | 6086 Bellingham Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94552
6

$1,525,000

Sold 06/29/26

5
Bedrooms
2,261
Square Feet
0.18
Acres
7

$925,000

Sold 06/04/26

5
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,979
Square Feet
0.29
Acres
$1,670,000 | 5893 Highwood Road, Castro Valley, CA 94552
8

$1,670,000

Sold 07/18/25

4
Bedrooms
1,901
Square Feet
0.16
Acres
$1,795,000 | 5842 Highwood Road, Castro Valley, CA 94552
9

$1,795,000

Sold 08/04/26

4
Bedrooms
1,901
Square Feet
0.28
Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Thomas Westfall, DRE #01833889

Sold By Compass, Kevin Lowe, DRE #01934274

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Property Information for 5877 Highwood Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Directions to Property: 580 to Crow Canyon, to Greenridge to Highwood.
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Side by Side, On Site (Single Family Only)
  • Architectural Style: Mid-Century
  • Cross Street: Greenridge
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Lot Size: 0.17 AC / 7,244 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -122.047743, 37.7143495
  • Latitude: 37.7143495
  • Longitude: -122.047743
  • Area/District: Castro Valley
  • Topography: Ridge
  • Location Description: Castro Valley
Taxes and HOA
  • APN: 0851605055
  • Association: No
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • Tax Tract: 0.00
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Alameda
  • Middle or Junior School District: Alameda
  • Senior High School District: Alameda
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
  • Num of Parking Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking: Driveway, Attached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Side by Side, On Site (Single Family Only)
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
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Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Property Faces: West
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R
  • Building Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Building Area Total: 1932.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 7244.028
  • Property Attached: No
  • Lot Size Units: SqFt
  • ADU/2nd Unit: No
Property and Assessments
  • Elevation: 0
  • Builder Name: Eichler
  • Videos Change Timestamp: 04-14-2021 06:13:48 PM
Farm Information
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Green Features
  • Energy Efficient: Roof, Windows
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced, Full, Wood
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Road Surface Type: Paved Sidewalk, Sidewalk/Curb/Gutter
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle, Other
  • Senior Community: No
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Heating: Radiant Floor
  • Laundry Appliances: Inside, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bath Features: Split Bath, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Primary Bathroom Features: Ground Floor, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • # of Rooms: 7
  • Room Type: Atrium, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Room Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s)
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Features: Ground Floor, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Great Room
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
Dining Room
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Room Family Room Level: Main
Kithcen
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Pantry Closet, Skylight(s)
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Standard Status: Closed
Rental
Rent Information
  • Existing Lease Type: Net
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Current Rent: $.00
  • Hours Limited: No
  • Leasable Area Units: Square Feet
  • Parking Fee $: $.00
  • Parking Fees: No

Property History for 5877 Highwood Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2021

Sold

EBRD #SF421529506

$1,620,000—
Apr 14, 2021

Sold

RESFAR #421529506

$1,620,000—
Apr 9, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1458453648

$1,620,000

+15.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2021

Sold

EBRD #SF421529506

$1,620,000
04/14/2021

Sold

RESFAR #421529506

$1,620,000
04/09/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1458453648

$1,620,000

+15.1% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5877 Highwood Road

Taxable ValueLand$477,000Additions$1,113,000Total$1,590,000
Tax Record2025$21,478 ($1,790 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,932 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,932 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,242 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1962Year Renovated1963CountyALAMEDAAPN85-1605-55

Schools near 5877 Highwood Road

This home is within Castro Valley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Independent Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Creekside Middle School
Public6 to 8

Canyon Middle School
Public6 to 8

Redwood Continuation High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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