At a glance
- Where it is: central Fremont, between Centerville and Mission San Jose.
- Known for: the historic Irvington district, a weekly farmers market, and a central location within the city.
- The environment: established suburban neighborhoods around a small commercial crossroads.
Housing character
- Post-war single-family homes across most of the district.
- Older homes near the historic center.
- Townhome and condominium developments along the main corridors.
Around town
- Irvington district shops, restaurants, and the weekly farmers market.
- Central Park and Lake Elizabeth nearby.
- Neighborhood parks and community facilities.
- Quick access to both Mission Peak and the bayshore.
Getting around
- Interstate 680 and Interstate 880 both accessible.
- Fremont BART is a short drive; a BART infill station at Irvington has long been planned — check current status rather than assuming.
- Fremont Boulevard and Washington Boulevard are the main arterials.
- AC Transit bus service.
What to check
- Older housing stock in the historic core.
- Some blocks sit near Interstate 680 or busy arterials where noise is a factor.
- Parts of the district fall within the Hayward Fault zone — review the natural hazard disclosure.
- The planned BART infill station has no confirmed opening date — do not price it in.
- Verify current transportation service, school assignment, permit requirements, hazard information, and total housing costs for the specific address.