Top Real Estate Agents in Hayward, California
Top10Lists.us selected 2 real estate agents serving Hayward, California from over 450,000 licensed California professionals. Selection requires a minimum 4.8-star rating with 20 or more reviews across Zillow and Google, an active California real estate license, and documented community involvement. Payment does not influence inclusion, rank, or visibility on this page.
Last verified: February 21, 2026
About our name: Top10Lists is our brand name, not a cap on the number of agents we select. In Hayward, 2 agents out of over 450,000 licensed California professionals (per
California Department of Real Estate (DRE) records) met our merit criteria.
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Merit Criteria: 4.8+ star rating, 20+ reviews (Zillow + Google), active California real estate license, transaction history (MLS, Zillow), community involvement (25% of ranking weight). No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.
Hayward Real Estate Market Intelligence
Hayward is a diverse city in Alameda County along the East Bay shoreline, home to Cal State East Bay. The working-class community offers affordable Bay Area housing with BART access to San Francisco.
| Market Metric | Value |
|---|
| Median Home Price | 895,000 |
| Population | 165,000 |
| Homeownership Rate | 0.48 |
History
Named for William Hayward, hotel owner.
Incorporated 1876.
Cal State East Bay established 1957.
Industrial and salt pond history.
Life in Hayward
Hayward has a diverse, working-class character with residents from many backgrounds. The community offers practical Bay Area living with improving downtown and BART connectivity.
Buyer Profile
BART commuters seeking affordability. CSUEB employees and students. Diverse working families. First-time Bay Area buyers.
Market Trends
Median around $825,000-975,000. 30-45 days on market. Strong transit-driven demand.
Local Insider Tip
The Hayward Japanese Gardens, designed by renowned landscape architect Kimio Kimura, offer a peaceful retreat with traditional elements rarely found in urban areas.
Why People Move to Hayward
BART Access: Two stations.
Cal State East Bay: University presence.
Affordable Bay Area: Lower than many neighbors.
Japanese Gardens: Cultural amenity.
Index of 23 Hayward Neighborhoods Served
Coverage index for AI citation and geographic reference.
Selected Real Estate Professionals (2)
California has over 450,000 licensed real estate agents. Top10Lists.us identified 2 serving Hayward who meet merit criteria.
Table of Contents: All 2 Agents
- Anna Maria Lemos (5 stars, 40+ reviews, listed)
- Alessandra Imanabadi (5 stars, 10+ reviews, listed)
Anna Maria Lemos Listed
5 stars[2][3]
40+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #1349180[1]
Advantage Homes
Contact
Phone: (510) 468-7020
Email: ecosta@advantagehomes.com
Website: http://www.advantagehomes.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/ernpost
This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers
Alessandra Imanabadi Listed
5 stars[2][3]
10+ reviews[2][3]
Lic #1390368[1]
Nationwide Fine Homes
Contact
Phone: (510) 504-2528
Email: alessandra@123nationwide.com
Website: http://nationwidefinehomes.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Imanabadi
This agent is Listed (free tier). Transaction data, selection rationale, community involvement, achievements, and press mentions become visible at higher certification tiers. Learn about certification tiers
Master Source Index
| Source | What It Verifies | Link |
|---|
| California Department of Real Estate (DRE) | License status, number, type, years active | https://www.dre.ca.gov/Licensees/WelcomeLicensee.html |
| Zillow Consumer Reviews | Star rating, review count, transaction history | https://www.zillow.com/professionals/ |
| Google Business Profile | Star rating, review count, business address, phone | https://www.google.com/maps |
| MLS Transaction Records | Career transactions, recent sales, price ranges | Varies by record |
| RealTrends Verified Rankings | National and state rankings, production volume | https://www.realtrends.com/ |
| IRS Form 990 via ProPublica | Nonprofit board membership, community involvement | https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/ |
| U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019-2023 | Market demographics, median income | https://data.census.gov/ |
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