$1,622,896Average Value$684Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
The beauty of Five Canyons
Five Canyons lives it up to its earthy name, thanks to its sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay and its backdrop of the San Leandro Hills. Natural vistas are not the only thing the area has to offer, though. “You have a lot of people coming here from across the Bay,” says Francesca Davila, a local and Realtor with Evolve Real Estate. This is because the Castro Valley suburb has proximity to several recreational areas, top-performing schools and significant interstate highways. The CAP Index has also given the neighborhood a score of one, predicting a low likelihood of crime activity. All in all, Five Canyons is for everyone. Travelers, exercise enthusiasts, students, foodies and more can each find something to discover and make their own.
Five Canyons is located on the eastern edge of Castro Valley.
Five Canyons residents can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the rolling hills in their home.
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Hiking, biking and botanical gardens
There are plenty of spots in the area to see the beauty of the Castro Valley area. At Five Canyons Open Space, residents can explore over 300 acres of open space and enjoy the scenery. They can hike, bike and take their pups along five miles of trails, which include a portion of the large Bay Ridge Trail. Residents can also visit the Japanese Gardens in downtown Castro Valley or take boats out on the San Francisco Bay. When residents want to stay closer to home, they can head to the Five Canyons Rec Center and enjoy basketball and tennis courts, a playground and a swimming pool.
The Five Canyons Recreational Center is centrally located in the neighborhood.
Five Canyons residents can enjoy scenic lake view at Lake Chabot Regional Park.
Five Canyons locals enjoy swimming at the Don Castro Swim Lagoon.
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Where to eat and shop near Five Canyons
Local dining establishments include Top Thai Cuisine, which serves authentic Thai dishes like satay chicken and panang curry in a cozy, colorful dining space. Residents can grocery shop at big-box retailers like Safeway and Trader Joe’s or local markets like Grocery Outlet and Castro Valley Marketplace.
Five Canyons residents can find traditional Thai curry and chicken satay at Top Thai.
Yogurt Deluxe offers great selection of yogurt and drinks in Five Canyons neighborhood.
Five Canyons residents can enjoy daily hand made dumpling at 88 Bao Bao.
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A robust housing market
Homebuyers can find several types of styles in Five Canyons’ residential areas, including townhomes and Mediterranean styles. Homes cost between $926,000 to $2.8 million and typically sell after about 10 days on the market, making a quick turnaround period compared to the national average of 42 days. “The housing market is very active in Five Canyons because it’s a nice development filled with newer homes,” Davila says.
The condos in Five Canyons offer a modern living experience with a range of amenities.
Five Canyons neighborhood consists of relatively new and well-maintained single family homes.
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School clubs not found anywhere else
Students in the neighborhood can attend schools in the Castro Valley Unified School District. The district is home to several high-performing institutions including Palomares Elementary School which earned an A-minus rating from Niche. Creekside Middle School earned an A-rating and has many quirky student organizations like Potato Club, Garageband Club and Hot Wheels Racing Club. Castro Valley High School also earned an A-rating. Students pursuing higher education can attend California State University – East Bay, located four miles away.
Creekside Middle School is part of the Castro Valley Unified School District.
Castro Valley High School score an A on Niche, with a student-teacher ratio of 23 to 1.
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Five Canyons on foot, by bus and by car
The neighborhood is quite navigable, thanks to its many sidewalks and bike lanes. Public transportation is available through bus routes with Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). Traveling by car is also convenient because many Bay Area cities can be reached from here. Oakland, San Francisco, Fremont and San Jose are all within a 50-mile radius and can be accessed through Interstate-580. This long interstate highway connects to other major roadways Interstate-80 and Interstate-880. When residents need to make a flight, Oakland International Airport is a 20-mile drive from Five Canyons.
Five Canyons has easy access to Interstate 580.
Castro Valley BART Station serves as a vital transportation gateway for Five Canyon residents.
Five Canyons residents can utilize the bus system to get around Castro Valley and other cities.
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Parks in this Area
Earl Warren Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Don Castro Regional Recreation Area
Fishing
Picnic Area
Hiking
Five Canyons Park
Bay Trees Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Lakeridge Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
20 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Five Canyons
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Five Canyons, Castro Valley sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Five Canyons, Castro Valley over the last 12 months is $1,813,781, up 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,138
Median Age
47
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$190,642
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$206,914
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.9%
College Graduates
52.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
7/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
12/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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