Hayward Homes for Sale | Be In the Center of It All

Have you decided to browse the many Hayward homes for sale? Do you want a city that is in the center of it all with an immense amount of activities available? A Hayward home might be the answer to that desire. Hayward is a city in the central area of the east San Fransisco Bay area. The city is often referred to as the heart of the Bay area, all the Hayward homes provide a great location to the various surrounding areas but at the same time offer a unique suburban lifestyle for those times when staying close to home is important.
Hayward homes have various house styles to choose from. There are plenty single family homes that come in differing ranch styles. These floor plans offer one floor set up that also comes with yard space for BBQs or play areas for the kids. Other styles of houses include the single family contemporary style homes, which features a two floor, floor plan and has elegant kitchen, living room and den areas and a second floor that has master bedrooms and extra rooms for more bedroom or a home office.

Hayward Homes and Prices

Hayward real estate has seen a rapid decrease in home prices and listing values over the past few years. This year has seen a trend in Hayward home values increasing steadily and moving back up in value. Currently the median home price for a Hayward house is $279,000. Listing prices for a single family home vary from the low $100,000 to $650,000.

Schools and Hayward Homes

For students in grades K through 12 the Hayward Unified School District serves as the school district for public schools. There are several elementary schools that provide education to grades K through 5 including Shepard Elementary School, Glassbrook Elementary, and Schafer Park Elementary School. Middle schools students will attend one of the five options of schools from Brete Hart Middle School to Chavez Middles School and 5 high schools serve the area including Hayward High School and Mt. Eden High School to name a few. The city of Hayward is also home to the college campus of California State Univeristy: East Bay which is a public college.

Local Restaurants and Hayward Homes

Hayward homes are close to some of the tastiest independent shops in the area. Eating sweet treats is always a great way to start or end the day. World’s Fare has some of the best tasting donuts in the area and is a staple to my morning routine. While Swiss Delices offers great tasting chocolate that can cure any sweet tooth attack. Small town shops also serve as one of the options for a Hayward restaurant stop. Cafe de Lagniappe is a great small cafe stop that serves some great tasting lunches, while Taqueria Senaida’s has the best tasting burritos and Mexican cuisine that has the residents arguing over which menu item is the best.

Shopping Centers and Hayward Homes

Shopping centers are just a short walking distance away from many of the Hayward homes. Southland Mall is within the city of Hayward and is one of the largest malls in the area. It houses stores such as Sears, Macy’s and JC Penny. After spending the day shopping stopping at the underground food court serves a way to refuel and experience the unique atmosphere of an underground eatery. In downtown Hayward there is a chance to experience some of the smaller shops in the area along with the theatre that provides some of the latest movies.

Experience the atmosphere of Hayward and start your search by viewing one of the great Hayward homes. Contact Carlos today at 800-392-2297 to start the home search today.

Showing properties 1 - 5 of 245. See more city of Hayward real estate.
(all data current as of 5/19/2012)

1. $309,000 : 24417 Margaret Drive, HAYWARD
   
   3 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,724 sq ft

   Lot size: 5,662 sqft
2. $324,950 : 28054 BUNTING ST, HAYWARD
   
   4 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,387 sq ft

   Lot size: 6,199 sqft
3. $175,000 : 2463 CREEKSIDE CT, HAYWARD
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 936 sq ft
4. $719,950 : 30218 CEDARBROOK RD, HAYWARD
   
   5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 3,415 sq ft

   Lot size: 6,682 sqft
5. $187,200 : 20757 Gribben Ave., HAYWARD
   
   3 beds, 1 full bath

   Home size: 1,122 sq ft

   Lot size: 6,534 sqft

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