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Whitman-Wocine

Whitman-Wocine

Neighborhood in Hayward, California

Alameda County 94544

$902,050 Average Value
$646 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Convenient Hayward community with starter home possibilities

Whitman-Wocine is a relaxed and established suburb of Hayward, located in the center of the Bay Area. Convenience is the highlight of this diverse community, just minutes from main highways, BART stations and downtown Hayward attractions. “It’s a nice area and very family-oriented,” says Maggie Ng, a local Bay Area realtor of 13 years at Legacy Real Estate. “One big thing is that the middle school and high school are both in the neighborhood, so it’s walkable from most residences.” Another residential perk is that it offers starter-home possibilities with lower initial price points for homes than most East Bay areas. This draws in a wide range of residents, from first-time homeowners and young families to tech commuters working in the South Bay seeking a home with an easy commute.

Urban living in Whitman-Wocine includes diverse housing, local amenities, and a vibrant communit
Urban living in Whitman-Wocine includes diverse housing, local amenities, and a vibrant communit
Mediterranean style home in the Whitman-Wocine neighborhood.
Mediterranean style home in the Whitman-Wocine neighborhood.
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Ranch-style home offerings and well-manicured front lawns

The neighborhood’s wide streetscapes feature narrow paved sidewalks sprinkled with native trees, from pines to California Bay laurels. Common housing options are contemporary and traditional ranch-styles and two-story contemporary designs. Most properties have two-car garages and modest front lawns, often with small, well-manicured landscapes. The majority of properties were built in the 1950s, but there are some newer subdivisions with homes built in the early 2000s, often with Mediterranean design influences. “You can get quite a bargain for some of the homes in this neighborhood,” Ng says. Housing prices range from $620,000 for an older, 3-bedroom, 1,070-square-foot home to $1.3 million for a 1,800-square-foot, two-story renovated property.

Typical home in the Whitman-Wocine neighborhood in Hayward.
Typical home in the Whitman-Wocine neighborhood in Hayward.
Ranch style home in the Whitman-Wocine neighborhood in Hayward.
Ranch style home in the Whitman-Wocine neighborhood in Hayward.
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Public schools with career pathway programs

Students may attend Stonebrae Elementary School, which gets a B-minus from Niche, followed by Cesar Chavez Middle School, which gets a C-minus. The C-plus Tennyson High School offers extensive AP courses and a special career pathway program in biomedical science.

School sign of Stonebrae Elementary School among the hills in Hayward.
School sign of Stonebrae Elementary School among the hills in Hayward.
Educational opportunities abound at Cesar Chavez Middle School.
Educational opportunities abound at Cesar Chavez Middle School.
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Multiple neighborhood parks and a Little League Association

Sorensdale Park is the largest recreational site in the neighborhood, connected to the Sorensdale Recreation Center. It features basketball courts, a playground, ample open green spaces and baseball fields. “The park is part of the community’s Little League Association, so there are a lot of kids' baseball games that go on, which makes it pretty active,” says Jessica Hallowell, an area resident and recreation coordinator for Hayward’s Parks and Rec Department. The neighborhood also has two smaller parks right next to each other on its eastern side, including Betchel Park and Nuestro Parquecito Park, offering small playgrounds and picnic areas. Plus, the San Francisco Bay is just a few miles to the west for more outdoor adventures. Eden Landing Ecological Reserve is a few miles west along the bay. It features 6,400 acres of salt ponds and marshland, hiking and biking trails plus access points for kayaking and paddleboarding along the water.

Murals painted on walls at the park add vibrant color and artistic flair to the community space.
Murals painted on walls at the park add vibrant color and artistic flair to the community space.
A man stretches at Sorensdale Park, taking in the fresh air and calm surroundings.
A man stretches at Sorensdale Park, taking in the fresh air and calm surroundings.
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Local dining establishments and nearby Southland Mall

The neighborhood has a few dining options, including Frannie’s Restaurant, a casual Chinese food spot. Taqueria El Jarocho 2 offers authentic Mexican food, and Cardenas Markets is a specialty Mexican-influenced grocery store known for its fruit and juice bar and fresh, made-from-scratch tortillas. The longstanding and old-school Cecil’s Famous Burgers is less than two miles south, serving classic hamburgers and shakes. Southland Mall, with big box retail stores like JC-Penny and Macy’s, sits a few miles west for shopping essentials. For local produce, residents can go to the Downtown Farmers Market. Open on Saturdays, this market also features baked goods, artisanal products, gourmet items and rotating food trucks on-site. Grocery Outlet and Safeway is just west of the neighborhood.

Macy’s in Southland Mall offers a wide selection of fashion, home goods, and more.
Macy’s in Southland Mall offers a wide selection of fashion, home goods, and more.
Frannie's Restaurant in Hayward offers a cozy atmosphere and a menu of classic Chinese dishes.
Frannie's Restaurant in Hayward offers a cozy atmosphere and a menu of classic Chinese dishes.
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Downtown street parties and music festivals

“Most events around here take place downtown,” says Hallowell. “They’ll put on cool stuff like street parties where they’ll block off the road on Main Street.” This includes the Third Thursday Summer Street Party, a community favorite. It features live music, a hot rod and classic cars show, local food vendors and a beer and wine garden. Other notable events include the longstanding Hayward Latin Jazz Festival each August, with multiple stages of live jazz performances along the downtown streets.

Next to main highways and the South Hayward BART Station

Whitman-Wocine is next to Mission Boulevard, a major thoroughfare for getting around the city. Less than a mile west is Interstate 880, a convenient route for heading outside of Hayward and around the East Bay. Mission Boulevard is also lined with multiple bus stops, and the South Hayward BART Station is about a mile south on Dixon Street for traveling and commuting around the Bay Area by light rail. Directly 12 miles north is the Oakland International Airport.

BART station, a swift 5-10 minute journey from Whitman-Wocine neighborhood.
BART station, a swift 5-10 minute journey from Whitman-Wocine neighborhood.
An aerial view of Whitman-Wocine reveals wide streets, residential homes, and green spaces.
An aerial view of Whitman-Wocine reveals wide streets, residential homes, and green spaces.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

20 min drive

Bus

Harder Rd & Mocine Av

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Whitman-Wocine US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$885,000
Median Single Family Price
$900,000
Median Townhouse Price
$760,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$646
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Months of Supply
2.40
Median List Price
$849,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,082
Median Year Built
1952
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,434
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,432
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    2 - 4pm

    370 Carson Dr, Hayward, CA 94544

    $825,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,455 Sq Ft
    • 370 Carson Dr
    • New 8 days ago

    Charming home with 4 Bedrooms and 3 full Baths with over 1450 sq ft (measured) is ready for occupancy! The home has been recently updated with new interior paint, newer windows, updated appliances, kitchen counters, new title in some parts of the home, the baths are also updated, the home has water proof laminate flooring, large backyard with stamped cement, perfect for entertaining! Home has

    Rosel Trolan Century 21 Real Estate Alliance

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 3pm

    141 Briarwood Dr, Hayward, CA 94544

    $638,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,094 Sq Ft
    • 141 Briarwood Dr
    • New 9 days ago

    Corner unit, with larger lot size than others! High ceiling with lots of natural light. Open floor plan with one master/primary suite, one guest bedroom, and 2 full bathrooms! Full sized 2 car garage. Plenty of guest parking. HOA covers exterior, pool and spa! Easy access to freeway and Bart. Come make it your home! Where to find an affordable place with nice size yard and spacious living

    Ryan Alter

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,460
Median Age
40
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$132,166
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$152,319

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87%
College Graduates
24.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

43 / 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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