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listing_id: ML82024361
status: Closed
price: 1050000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1718
sqft_lot: 7007
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1962
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "3938 Bonsai Pl"
city: Castro Valley
state: CA
zip: 94546
county: "Alameda County"
lat: 37.708128
lng: -122.07854
days_on_market: 173
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Timothy Chau"
list_office: "KW Silicon City"
list_agent_phone: "(408) 475-6767"
list_agent_license: 01323048
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-01-30
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Alameda County | Castro Valley | 94546 | 3938 Bonsai Pl

3938 Bonsai Pl, Castro Valley, CA 94546

MLS: ML82024361 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,050,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 1,718 7,007 1962

Remarks

Welcome to 3938 Bonsai Place, a cozy single-family home nestled in one of Castro Valleys most desirable neighborhoods. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers 1,718 sq.ft. of living space on a 6,969 sq.ft. lot, built in 1962 with solid bones and timeless character. While it needs some TLC, this home presents a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to add their personal touch and value to a well-located property. The layout features a bright living room, formal dining area, and an inviting kitchen with ample storage. Enjoy manicured landscaping and a wide driveway, all in a peaceful, family-friendly setting. Located in a highly rated Castro Valley school district, perfect for families: Chabot Elementary (8/10) 0.6 mi Creekside Middle (8/10) 1.1 mi Castro Valley High (9/10) 0.2 mi Close to shopping, dining, BART, and freeway access this home offers the ideal mix of convenience and suburban tranquility.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML82024361
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Dining Room Dining Area
Family Room Separate Family Room
Fireplace Family Room
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood
Cooling Ceiling Fan, Evaporative Cooler
Heating Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Shingle
Foundation Slab, Crawl Space

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District Castro Valley Unified
High School District Castro Valley Unified
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning R1-CSU-RV

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Timothy Chau Bao Vu
KW Silicon City KW Silicon City
License #: 01323048 License #: 01720861
Phone: (408) 475-6767 Phone: (408) 421-6498

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Castro Valley High School public 9-12 0.20 mi 9
Alma Preschool public UG 0.36 mi N/A
Castro Valley Adult And Career Education public UG 0.40 mi N/A
Chabot Elementary School public K-5 0.59 mi 8
Proctor Elementary School public K-5 0.65 mi 8
Castro Valley Elementary School public K-5 0.69 mi 6
Roy A. Johnson High School public 9-12 0.81 mi N/A
Castro Valley Virtual Academy public K-12 0.81 mi 5
Redwood Continuation High School public 9-12 0.81 mi 2
Marshall Elementary School public K-5 0.96 mi 9
Stanton Elementary School public K-5 1.00 mi 6
Vannoy Elementary School public K-5 1.04 mi 8
Creekside Middle School public 6-8 1.12 mi 9
Canyon Middle School public 6-8 1.47 mi 6
Special Education-Preschool-Laurel public UG 1.51 mi N/A
Independent Elementary School public K-5 1.66 mi 8
Hillside Elementary School public K-5 2.11 mi 1
Faith Ringgold School of Arts and Science public K-8 2.24 mi 1
Edendale Middle School public 6-8 2.32 mi 1
Fairview Elementary School public K-6 2.37 mi 1

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This listing information is up-to-date as of January 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Timothy Chau, (408) 475-6767.