A rare opportunity in a peaceful hillside setting in Hayward, offering exceptional space, privacy, and future potential on an expansive, approx. 11,761-sq-ft corner lot. This bright 2,135-sq-ft home features 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, rich-toned wood flooring, abundant natural light, a spacious living room, formal dining room, and well-appointed kitchen. A first-floor full bathroom sits adjacent to a versatile dining area, offering POTENTIAL for a 4TH BEDROOM configuration with added walls, a door, and a closet; see conceptual rendering in photos. The unfinished basement provides excellent storage and additional possibilities. Outside, enjoy an expansive yard, long driveway, a spacious detached 2-car garage with high ceilings, and abundant off-street parking. The generous, relatively flat area at the garage/driveway also offers exciting ADU POTENTIAL for multigenerational living, guests, a private studio, or a 1-2 bedroom home; see conceptual ADU rendering. Surrounded by mature trees and greenery, the property enjoys a quiet, retreat-like residential atmosphere with the convenience of downtown Hayward close by. Enjoy easy access to BART, shopping, dining, I-580, I-880, and Hwy 92. A distinctive home where today's comfort meets tomorrow's possibilities.