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Market Data · Fremont, CA 94538

Irvington / Centerville Market
February 2026

🟢 Seller's Market · ZIP 94538
Sold to List Price
102.3%
↑ +1.1% month over month
Homes selling above asking price
Median Days on Market
8 days
↓ 57.9% faster than last month
Well-priced homes move fast
Months of Inventory
2.0
↑ +36.1% year over year
Under 3.0 = seller's market
Median $/Sqft $780
New Listings 44
Active Listings 56
Median Est. Value $1,501,200

Market statistics sourced from Realtors Property Resource® (RPR), LLC — a NAR member benefit. Data source: MLS Listings. Statistics reflect all property types (SF + Condo/TH/Apt) for the indicated geography. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed and subject to change. RPR® is a registered trademark of Realtors Property Resource®, LLC. © Realtors Property Resource®, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an appraisal or guarantee of value. Last updated: February 2026. Updated monthly by Ashok Patel, DRE #01854182.

📍 Fremont, CA 94538 · Irvington

Irvington.
Fremont's Most
Established Neighborhood.

Tree-lined streets. Sought-after schools including the Irvington STEM magnet program. A well-established community with deep roots and strong long-term appreciation. I've lived in Fremont since 2000 and watched Irvington consistently deliver for the families who choose it.

94538ZIP Code
$1.4M+Median Price
STEMMagnet Program
IrvingtonAttendance Area
94539Zip Code
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$1.2M – $2.0M+
Typical price range
Established Community
Well-maintained, low turnover
Irvington Cluster
Horner Middle → Irvington High
I-680 & I-880
Major freeway access
Established Homes
1960s–1990s · well-maintained
About This Neighborhood

Why Irvington Is Fremont's Established Choice

Irvington is one of Fremont's most established and well-respected neighborhoods, sitting in the heart of the city with easy access to I-680 and I-880. It has a character that newer neighborhoods can't replicate — tree-lined streets, well-maintained homes, and a community with real roots.

The neighborhood's biggest draw for families is Irvington High School's highly competitive STEM magnet program, which draws students from across Fremont and consistently places graduates into top universities. While it doesn't carry the same name recognition nationally as Mission San Jose High, Irvington is widely respected — and homes here are typically $400K–$700K less than comparable Mission San Jose properties.

Irvington's housing stock ranges from 1960s ranch homes to 1990s two-stories. Many have been renovated over the decades, and the neighborhood has benefited from steady, long-term owner occupancy — low turnover, well-kept properties, and neighbors who know each other. It's the kind of neighborhood that holds value quietly and consistently.

For buyers who want excellent schools, strong community identity, and a lower entry price than Mission San Jose — Irvington is often the answer. For sellers, it's a market with genuine depth of demand from families priced out of 94539 but unwilling to compromise on school quality.

Irvington STEM Magnet Program
Irvington High School's STEM magnet is one of the most competitive programs in Alameda County, drawing applicants from across Fremont and beyond. Strong college placement into UC system and top private universities.
Established Community Character
Low resident turnover means well-maintained streets, neighbors who know each other, and a neighborhood that looks the same — or better — decade over decade. Strong HOA participation on many blocks.
Value Relative to Mission San Jose
Homes in Irvington typically run $400K–$700K below comparable Mission San Jose properties, with solid schools and the same Fremont quality of life. It's one of the best value propositions in the East Bay for families.
Central Fremont Location
Easy access to I-680 and I-880, close to shopping on Fremont Boulevard, and centrally located within the city. Commute to South Bay, East Bay, or Peninsula is manageable without BART dependency.
Education · Irvington Attendance Area

Irvington Schools —
The STEM Magnet Advantage

Irvington feeds into the same high school as Warm Springs — Irvington High — but has its own set of elementary schools covering the Irvington neighborhood. Key difference from Warm Springs: Irvington neighborhood elementary schools are traditional K–6, no split-grade setup.

The Irvington School Pathway — Irvington Attendance Area
Elementary (K–6)
Harvey Green Elementary (K–6 · Irvington neighborhood) E.M. Grimmer Elementary (K–6 · Irvington neighborhood) O.N. Hirsch Elementary (K–6 · Irvington neighborhood) ✅ Standard K–6 · No split-grade setup
Middle School (6–8)
Horner Middle School
High School (9–12)
★ Irvington High School
Elementary · K–6 · Irvington Neighborhood

Harvey Green Elementary

★ Irvington Area · FUSD
GradesK – 6
LocationIrvington neighborhood
Feeds IntoHorner Middle School
Elementary · K–6 · Irvington Neighborhood

E.M. Grimmer Elementary

★ CA Distinguished School · FUSD
GradesK – 6
LocationIrvington neighborhood
Feeds IntoHorner Middle School
Elementary · K–6 · Irvington Neighborhood

O.N. Hirsch Elementary

★ Irvington Area · FUSD
GradesK – 6
LocationIrvington neighborhood
Feeds IntoHorner Middle School
Middle School · Grades 6–8

John M. Horner Middle School

Strong Academic Record · FUSD
Grades6 – 8
DistrictFremont Unified
Feeds IntoIrvington High School
High School · Grades 9–12

Irvington High School

Highly Regarded · STEM Magnet Program
STEM
Magnet Program
Top
Fremont High Schools
UC+
Strong College Placement
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Important for buyers: Irvington's three neighborhood elementary schools (Harvey Green, Grimmer, Hirsch) serve the Irvington neighborhood specifically. The Warm Springs area elementaries (Leitch, Warm Springs Elementary, Weibel) also feed into Horner and Irvington High — but those are covered on the Warm Springs neighborhood page. Always verify your specific address with the FUSD locator before making an offer.

Market Data · 2025

The Irvington
Real Estate Market

Irvington offers strong value relative to Mission San Jose with solid, consistent appreciation. Contact Ashok for a current, address-specific analysis.

Median Sale Price
↑ Steady
$1.4M+
$400K–$700K below comparable MSJ homes
Days on Market
Fast
12–21
Well-priced homes move in under 3 weeks
List-to-Sale Ratio
↑ Competitive
104%+
Competitive but less intense than MSJ
Typical Offers
Multiple
3–7
Families seeking value vs. MSJ premium
Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About
Irvington

The Irvington neighborhood is served by three K–6 elementary schools: Harvey Green Elementary, E.M. Grimmer Elementary, and O.N. Hirsch Elementary — all located within the Irvington neighborhood. All three feed into Horner Middle School, then Irvington High School.
Yes — Irvington High is a strong school with a highly regarded STEM magnet program that draws students from across Fremont. It consistently places graduates into top UC and CSU schools. Homes in the Irvington area are typically $400K–$700K less than comparable Mission San Jose properties, making it one of the best value propositions in the East Bay for school-conscious families.
Irvington primarily uses ZIP code 94538, though some addresses near the southern edge may have 94539. The Irvington Attendance Area covers a specific set of streets — always verify your exact address with the FUSD school locator rather than relying on ZIP code alone.
For families who want excellent schools at a lower price point, Irvington is hard to beat. You get solid schools including the STEM magnet at Irvington High, an established community, and prices typically $400K–$700K below comparable Mission San Jose homes. Mission San Jose commands a premium because of its nationally ranked high school — but for many families, Irvington delivers 80–90% of the benefit at a significantly lower cost.
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