Hayward, CA 94541 1540 Stafford Ave

Surrounded by mature trees, verdant outlooks & an idyllic setting on the San Lorenzo Creek, this well curated single-family home w/an attached ADU is a remarkable opportunity for an urban retreat on 2 expansive lots totaling 14,700 SF. Settle into either the 3/2 upstairs or 2/1 down (or both), w/interior access & separate entries, kitchens & laundries. Freshly refinished hardwood floors gleam on the main level & a charming updated kitchen flows into a beamed family room w/balcony overlooking the private grounds. The primary suite & vintage chrome finishes lend mid-century flair to a home brimming w/character. Downstairs offers a tranquil retreat w/private patio & level-in deck access, an oversized bedroom filled with natural light, plentiful storage & a bounty of hobbyist or work-from-home possibilities. Front & back yards, terraced beds & a deer garden offer endless opportunities for restoration, cultivation & entertaining, w/soaring redwoods & brick fireplace that create the perfect setting. Tinker in your garage or begin your harvest in 2 garden sheds. Your home is fully equipped w/new roof, furnace, AC, 2 wood stoves & electric water heater. Hang out at Val's Burgers, shop at Trader Joes & be minutes to downtown Castro Valley & Hayward, 2 farmers markets, Lake Chabot & BART!