Hayward Fixer Uppers

 The city of Hayward is cutting jobs to balance its budget and one of the reasons is because not enough city employees are willing to take early retirement. Plus they are freezing over 30 open positions for the time being. This won’t affect city safety jobs but things like building permits will take longer to okay. So you might just want to rethink remodeling your house or buying that fixer-upper for the time being or at least realize it will take more patience it usually does.

I truly feel that it is highly important to make sure all property improvements are up to the legal codes for your area no matter how long it takes. Remodeling and upgrading a property is expensive and nerve-wracking. I have yet to hear a good/happy story about a remodeling adventure. If you have any I would like to hear them so I don’t have such a negative view of the process. Although, having made that statement, I must admit some of my friends and family members who have gone through the trials and tribulations of remodeling now have super nice places that they live in.

Meanwhile, here are some fixer uppers in Hayward if you are that patient person interested in a good deal.

31167 Faircliff St – 3/2 – 1406 sf ($267) $374,900
This looks to be quite a diamond in the rough because of the location and the size of the lot. I would say that painting the kitchen something other than pink would be a good start.

22423 Ralston Ln – 3/2 – 1260 sf ($226) $285,000
This one is bank owned, in a great neighborhood, has lots of potential. And look at that price!

2004 Nina Ct – 4/3 – 2298 sf ($185) $424,950
Okay, I admit when I don’t see more than a picture of the front of the house and the description says “for the person that likes challenges!” I do get nervous. But then look at that price — $185 a sq. foot? In a decent neighborhood to boot. I think it is worth checking out.

27370 Grandview Ave – 3/3 – 3928 sf ($186) $730,000
I am, and was, fascinated by this place. It’s on a huge lot with nothing across the street but a fantastic view. It isn’t in move in condition and a crack in the balcony will mean you will be waiting on building inspection most likely, but what the heck – $186 a square foot for a spectacular home might just be your ticket to a future mega home.

26628 Colette St – 4/1 – 1200 sf ($262) $314,900
Decent enough area but 4 bedrooms and only 1 bath is a concern let alone all that in only 1200 square feet of living space. But the place does look like it has potential. I think the description has a typo though because it says the lot size is only 555 square feet. Now THAT would be tricky!

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REAL ESTATE TERMINOLOGY:
Footing – The base or bottom of a foundation wall, pier, or column.

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