This inviting 1954 ranch home offers the perfect blend of period charm and thoughtful modern updates. Step inside to a bright, functional layout with hardwood floors, a classicfireplace, and a sun-filled kitchen with cheerful breakfast nook. The dining room opens directly to a backyard oasis featuring lush green grass, wisteria, roses, hydrangeas, and other mature plantings, with a beautiful redwoodtree providing shade an idyllic setting for gardening, entertaining friends, or simply unwinding outdoors. Recent upgrades add comfort and peace of mind, including a brand-new HVAC system with high-efficiency furnace and central AC, a 200-amp electrical panel, EV charger, seismic anchor bolts, and fresh exterior paint. The home's location is equally appealing: just a short stroll to Philz and other coffee shops, local markets, and neighborhood restaurants, and near award-winning schools. With easy access to 580, 880, and BART, commuting to San Francisco, Palo Alto, or San Jose is simple and convenient. This truly move-in-ready home offers classic style, modern convenience, and a welcoming indoor-outdoor lifestyle in one of Castro Valley's most peaceful settings.