Welcome to your new home in the Columbia neighborhood, one of Castro Valley's most desirable and peaceful communities. This spacious and well-maintained single-family home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and modern living all nestled in a scenic, family-friendly setting.
Home Features:
- Open and functional floor plan with soaring ceilings and natural light
- Formal living and dining rooms plus a cozy family room
- Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample cabinet space
- Large primary suite with ensuite bath and generous walk-in closet
- Three additional bedrooms offering flexibility for guests, kids, or home office space
- Three full bathrooms for added convenience
- Attached 2-car garage and in-unit washer/dryer
- Beautifully landscaped backyard ideal for relaxing or entertaining
Location & Community Highlights:
- Located in the quiet and scenic Columbia neighborhood with mature trees and hillside views
- Easy access to freeways (580 / 238 / 880 / 92) and Castro Valley BART for commuting
- Close to top-rated schools, parks (Deerview Park) and shopping
- Access to community pool, hot tub, and hiking trails
- Family-friendly, walkable streets with a strong community feel
- Just 15 minutes to Lake Chabot for boating, hiking, and outdoor recreation
- 10 minutes to downtown Castro Valley with local favorites like Philz Coffee, Castro Valley Marketplace, and the Farmers Market
- Convenient shopping within 10 minutes: Trader Joe's, Safeway, CVS, and more
- 5 minutes to Cull Canyon Regional Recreation Area with seasonal swimming lagoon and picnic areas
Photos show the home furnished to help visualize the space, but the home will be rented unfurnished.
Lease Terms What Renters Should Know
- Lease Duration: 12-month lease preferred (shorter term is negotiable)
- Move-In Date: July 15, 2025 (negotiable)
- Application Fee: $40 per adult applicant
- Credit & Background Check: Required
Policies
- Smoking: Not allowed, No exceptions
- Pets: Pets negotiable and considered on a case-by-case basis depending on breed, size, and type
- Please include details about your pet(s) when inquiring
Renter's Insurance: Required
Utilities & Maintenance
- Utilities Included: Trash/Recycling
- Utilities Subsidized: Water, coverage up to $150 every 2 month billing cycle
- Utilities Not Included: Tenant pays for gas, electric
- Lawn/Garden Maintenance: Included
- HOA Fees: Paid by landlord; includes access to pool, hot tub, and trails
House for rent
$6,400/mo
5977 Skyfarm Dr, Castro Valley, CA 94552
4beds
2,310sqft
Price is base rent and doesn't include required fees.
Single family residence
Available Tue Jul 15 2025
Dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
Attached garage parking
Forced air
What's special
Beautifully landscaped backyardEnsuite bathGenerous walk-in closetNatural lightCozy family roomSoaring ceilingsStainless steel appliances
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Walk In Closet
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,310 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent, Garbage included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, Walk In Closet
Details
- Parcel number: 8563123
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Castro Valley
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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5/1/2025 | Price change | $6,400+6.7%$3/sqft |
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4/22/2025 | Price change | $6,000+1.7%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
3/29/2025 | Price change | $5,900+9.3%$3/sqft |
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3/28/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,400$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
7/25/2019 | Sold | $1,135,000-1.2%$491/sqft |
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