Anyone think buying a house in UC is a good idea? No kids and plan to stay 6-7 years . I’ve heard mixed reviews by everyone but it’s a good spot commute wise for us to go anywhere in the bay 30-45 mins . Also not sure if any big companies plan to expand there in the near future ?
Well that’s the idea initially but here there’s only 1 good elementary school and most homes don’t fall under that .. unless in next 5-6 years school ratings change
Given gentrification it’s very likely schools get a lot better in the whole Bay Area, in the next few years.
Some parts of Hayward closer to Fremont may be better. But UC is also good if you don’t care about schools. Also closer to a lot of places.
I hear it’s not safe ( not all parts) but if one goes to local groceries gas stations etc you do see weird crowd , hence the dilemma .. I’m still surprised why UC has not exploded yet considering how accessible it is to most parts of the bay .. just schools ?
Look at the crime rates in the neighborhoods. The areas close to Bart are not very residential. If schools are not an issue, some parts of Fremont may also be good.
I'd say it's better to get the feel of the Union City area by first living there for a few months in rent. Some parts of the town are a bit sketchy.
I’d look at Half Moon Bay. It takes about 15 minutes to get to 280 and crime is pretty much nonexistent.
Decent homes way beyond our budget. Looking for around 1.3 million max
Ocean Colony, Arleta Park, and El Granada can be had for less than 1.3 million.
I like living in Union City. Area near Ardenwood and Mission BLVD is good.
Yea perfect for fb employees
Idk where that even is, so no.
You may want to get out more. If you took a left from your parking lot and crossed the Dumbarton bridge you’d be in Union City.
Yikes, have you seen the traffic on the dumbarton? East bay? Hard pass.
Um
Moved to UC last summer. Area is gentrifying and schools are improving. According to Redfin it’s one of the places where $/ft property prices have gone compared to this time last year. There are 3 housing projects in the pipeline as of now and they are looking to make the BART district an office hub (http://union12atbart.com)
Thanks for the info
Buy those new homes in Newark instead
I'd not buy a house unless you'll be here at least ten years.