About 16640 Los Banos Street
RARE OPPORTUNITY WITH FLEXIBLE LIVING, OUTDOOR SPACE & A 2.5% ASSUMABLE VA LOAN! This move-in-ready property offers much more than the numbers suggest. The 1,425-SF main residence features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, PLUS two separate finished studio spaces (approx. 365 SF and 216 SF 2006 SF Total), each with a full bath, kitchenette and mini-split HVAC ideal for guests, extended family, offices or flexible uses. The larger studio has a successful history of short-term rental use; the smaller has been used as a long-term rental. Buyer to investigate permitted uses. Even more exceptional: a FULLY ASSUMABLE VA LOAN with an approximate $497,000 balance at just 2.5% offering a qualified buyer potential savings of approximately $1,150 per month compared with current financing. The main home blends mid-century character with updates, including PPA solar, LED lighting, tankless water heater and EV hookup. The dine-in kitchen features quartz counters, updated cabinetry, stainless appliances and a walk-in pantry. Upstairs, the loft bedroom with half bath opens to a rooftop balcony overlooking the gardens and East Bay. The 7,500-sf property offers drought-tolerant landscaping, mature fruit trees, parking and entertaining areas, plus a 1,400+ sf vista terrace with sweeping views.
Features of 16640 Los Banos Street
| MLS® # | ML82055371 |
|---|---|
| Price | $997,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 4.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,425 |
| Year Built | 1947 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 16640 Los Banos Street |
|---|---|
| City | San Leandro |
| County | Alameda |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94578 |
Amenities
| Parking | Off Street, Tandem |
|---|---|
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Dining Area, Family Room, Storage, Energy Star Lighting |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s) |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two Story |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Back Yard |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Rectangular Lot |
| Windows | Double Pane Windows |
| Roof | Shingle |
School Information
| District | San Lorenzo (510) 317-4600 |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 24th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | R-1 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Phil Roza |
|---|---|
| Office | eXp Realty of California Inc |
