Neighborhood

Mission-Garin, Hayward, CA

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2.5 /5
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Ranked 19th /20 in Hayward, CA

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.12M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $32k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -17%

At a glance

Mission-Garin is ranked #19 of 20 neighborhoods in Hayward with an overall score of 2.5/5. Its standout factor is public spaces (3.5/5), at a median home price of $1.12M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $32,000. It ranks 12th of 20 in Hayward for schools. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.9/5) and safety (2.2/5), with prices running about 20% above the Hayward median.

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Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Garin Park, Foothill-edge, Hillside views

Mission-Garin sits on the eastern edge of Hayward where the city starts giving way to open foothills. It is one of the few parts of Hayward where you can be in a suburban neighborhood and then walk straight into regional parkland within minutes. The setting feels noticeably quieter than areas closer to the 880 corridor, with the hills rising immediately behind the community. The biggest defining feature is direct access to Garin Regional Park and Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park. These parks provide miles of hiking, mountain biking, and horseback trails through rolling grasslands and oak-covered hills. Jordan Pond, picnic areas, and wide open fields are popular weekend spots, and the trails offer sweeping views across the Bay on clear days. For residents, having that level of open space essentially in the backyard is a major lifestyle benefit. The residential areas themselves are modest and practical. Much of the housing consists of mid-century homes and smaller suburban developments that sit along the lower slopes near Mission Boulevard. Streets are generally quiet once you get away from the main road, though Mission Boulevard does carry steady traffic since it connects south Hayward with the foothill communities. Daily errands usually happen along Mission Boulevard or a short drive toward the larger retail corridors near Tennyson Road. Grocery stores, restaurants, and everyday services are easy to reach, but this is not a walkable commercial district. The area also sits close to California State University, East Bay, which is just up the hill and adds some activity to the broader neighborhood. Curb appeal varies depending on the block. Some streets show steady reinvestment with updated homes and maintained landscaping, while others feel more modest. The natural backdrop of the hills and parkland tends to be the visual highlight rather than the architecture itself. Living in Mission-Garin offers something that is increasingly rare in the inner East Bay: immediate access to large regional parks while still being within a short drive of the city’s main retail and transportation corridors.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    1.9

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3

Overall Amenities score: 3

Neighborhood Weather

79%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 79% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Mission-Garin ranks 6th of 20 for sunshine in Hayward, and it out-suns about half of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is September, averaging 77° highs, and it gets about 21 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
80°65°50°35°JFMAMJJASONDSep 77°
Avg highAvg low
Rank in Hayward
6th of 20
Across the Bay Area
48th percentile
Rain per year
21 in
Warmest month
Sep 77° avg high
Summer day
55° → 76°F
Winter day
42° → 58°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
Stonebrae Elementary PrimaryK-6
3.4/5
Bowman Elementary PrimaryK-6
Treeview Elementary PrimaryK-6
1.7/5
Bret Harte Middle Middle7-8
2.6/5
Cesar Chavez Middle Middle7-8
1.6/5
Hayward High High9-12
3.2/5
Tennyson High High9-12
1.8/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

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Mission-Garin FAQs10 answers

Is Mission-Garin a good place to live?

Mission-Garin ranks 19th of 20 neighborhoods in Hayward with an overall Houseberry score of 2.5 out of 5. Its strongest factor is public spaces (3.5/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.9/5) and safety (2.2/5) and a median home price of $1.12M against the Hayward median of $935.43k.

Is Mission-Garin safe?

Mission-Garin, Hayward scores 2.2 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 17th of 20 neighborhoods in Hayward.

What do homes in Mission-Garin cost?

The median home price in Mission-Garin, Hayward is $1.12M, compared with $935.43k for Hayward as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $32,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Mission-Garin rising or falling?

The median home price in Mission-Garin, Hayward is up about 4.9% over the past 12 months, from $1.07M to $1.12M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Mission-Garin?

Schools serving Mission-Garin, Hayward include Stonebrae Elementary (3.4/5), Bowman Elementary, Treeview Elementary (1.7/5), Bret Harte Middle (2.6/5) and Cesar Chavez Middle (1.6/5). 2 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in Mission-Garin?

Mission-Garin, Hayward receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 6th of 20 in Hayward. Summer days run 55° to 76°F and winter days 42° to 58°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 21 inches a year.

Is Mission-Garin walkable to shops and restaurants?

Mission-Garin, Hayward scores 1.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.0 out of 5, 19th of 20 in Hayward.

What is Mission-Garin known for?

Mission-Garin, Hayward is associated with Garin Park, Foothill-edge and Hillside views.

How does Mission-Garin compare to other Hayward neighborhoods?

Mission-Garin ranks 19th of 20 neighborhoods in Hayward. It ranks 12th of 20 in Hayward for schools (2.4/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.9/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Hayward are Fairview and Hayward Highland.

What are the downsides of living in Mission-Garin?

Mission-Garin, Hayward scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.9/5) and safety (2.2/5). Its median home price of $1.12M runs about 20% above the Hayward median of $935.43k.

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