Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.39M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $28k(2)
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -1%(2)

(2) City data used

At a glance

Begonia St is ranked #13 of 15 neighborhoods in Union City with an overall score of 2.7/5. Its standout factors are public spaces (4.0/5) and curb appeal (3.5/5), at a median home price of $1.39M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $111,000. It ranks 14th of 15 in Union City for schools. The trade-offs are safety (2.2/5) and schools (2.6/5).

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Flower-Themed Streets, Neighborhood Parks, Near Quarry Lakes

Begonia St in Union City sits in a tranquil residential pocket where streets like Daisy, Lilac, and Hollyhock maintain a cohesive, flower-themed charm. The neighborhood’s interior is largely made up of single-family homes, creating a calm, suburban atmosphere. Residents can enjoy two small but welcoming green spaces: Arroyo Park and Rancho Quitente, both located within the neighborhood’s boundaries. These parks provide small playgrounds and open areas for casual recreation without leaving the immediate area. Just beyond the eastern boundary lies Quarry Lakes Regional Recreation Area, offering extensive trails and picnic spots for those seeking a bigger outdoor adventure. Shopping and dining choices remain fairly limited within the neighborhood itself—most everyday errands or restaurant outings take place along nearby main roads like Alvarado-Niles Road. Overall, Begonia St appeals to families and individuals who appreciate a low-key setting, with the bonus of easy access to more expansive parks just outside the neighborhood lines.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    3.3

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    4

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.6

Neighborhood Weather

80%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 80% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Begonia St ranks 4th of 15 for sunshine in Union City, and it out-suns roughly three quarters of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is September, averaging 78° highs, and it gets about 16 inches of rain a year, the driest in the city.
Average daily high and low temperature
80°65°50°35°JFMAMJJASONDSep 78°
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Rank in Union City
4th of 15
Across the Bay Area
72nd percentile
Rain per year
16 in driest in city
Warmest month
Sep 78° avg high
Summer day
56° → 76°F
Winter day
43° → 59°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Searles Elementary PrimaryK-5
1.8/5
Guy Jr. Emanuele Elementary PrimaryK-5
2.3/5
Cesar Chavez Middle Middle6-8
2.6/5
James Logan High High9-12
3.5/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

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Begonia St FAQs10 answers

Is Begonia St a good place to live?

Begonia St ranks 13th of 15 neighborhoods in Union City with an overall Houseberry score of 2.7 out of 5. Its strongest factors are public spaces (4.0/5) and curb appeal (3.5/5). The trade-offs are safety (2.2/5) and schools (2.6/5).

Is Begonia St safe?

Begonia St, Union City scores 2.2 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 13th of 15 neighborhoods in Union City.

What do homes in Begonia St cost?

The median home price in Begonia St, Union City is $1.39M, compared with $1.34M for Union City as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $111,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Begonia St rising or falling?

The median home price in Begonia St, Union City is up about 2.6% over the past 12 months, from $1.36M to $1.39M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Begonia St?

Schools serving Begonia St, Union City include Searles Elementary (1.8/5), Guy Jr. Emanuele Elementary (2.3/5), Cesar Chavez Middle (2.6/5) and James Logan High (3.5/5).

What is the weather like in Begonia St?

Begonia St, Union City receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 4th of 15 in Union City. Summer days run 56° to 76°F and winter days 43° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 16 inches a year.

Is Begonia St walkable to shops and restaurants?

Begonia St, Union City scores 3.3 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.6 out of 5, 4th of 15 in Union City.

What is Begonia St known for?

Begonia St, Union City is associated with Flower-Themed Streets, Neighborhood Parks and Near Quarry Lakes. Its highest-scoring factor is public spaces (4.0/5).

How does Begonia St compare to other Union City neighborhoods?

Begonia St ranks 13th of 15 neighborhoods in Union City. It ranks 14th of 15 in Union City for schools (2.6/5) and scores lowest on safety (2.2/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Union City are Benson Rd and Empire St.

What are the downsides of living in Begonia St?

Begonia St, Union City scores lowest on safety (2.2/5) and schools (2.6/5).

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1st
Neighborhood Iamge
Benson Rd, Union City, CA
Overall Score : 4.2
Benson Rd in Union City occupies a western slice of town where residential stree... See Full Page
2nd
Neighborhood Iamge
Empire St, Union City, CA
Overall Score : 4.1
Empire St in Union City stretches alongside wetlands and suburban residential bl... See Full Page
3rd
Neighborhood Iamge
Union City Blvd, Union City, CA
Overall Score : 4.0
Union City Blvd is a primarily residential pocket nestled between Veterans Memor... See Full Page

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