South of Hayward is Union City, a town about 35 minutes southeast of San Francisco, and 25 miles away from San Jose. The town is close to Silicon Valley, the ocean and San Francisco Bay, wine country, Tahoe, and a number of state and local parks. This 18 square mile city has about 70,000 residents and, according to the city's website, the population is very diverse.
If you choose to buy your home in Union City, you will have your pick of a variety of housing styles ranging from affordable to expensive. In addition, there are condominiums, town homes, single family homes, and large homes on large plots of land. Union City real estate is on the rise, and if past performance dictates future performance, then Union City is a good investment. The average sales price for a single family home or condo in Union City was $453,661 in April 2008.
According to the city's website, "with more than two dozen big screens, the Century 25 theatre complex at Union Landing consistently ranks as one of the top grossing multiplexes in the country. Union City is also home to many wonderful parks, sports fields, community facilities, and a variety of recreation programs for citizens of all ages."
Union City is one of the most affordable places to live in the Bay Area, and the great community, good schools, proximity to major transportation arteries, outdoor and cultural activities, along with good investment opportunities make Union City a great place to call home.
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