Janice Colby Realtor

One of the things I love about Castro Valley Marketplace is that it’s more than a place to grab a bite to eat. It has personality.

From great food and local businesses to fun community events, it’s one of those places where there’s always something interesting happening.

One of my favorite features is The Cameraman, a playful sculpture built entirely from cameras. It’s creative, unexpected, and exactly the kind of quirky touch that gives a place character.

The Marketplace also hosts concerts, art shows, family-friendly gatherings, and special events throughout the year, which makes it an easy spot to visit more than once.

You can stop by for lunch, bring the family, enjoy an event, and discover something new every time.

That’s the kind of local place every community loves to have.

Janice Colby Realty | Keller Williams Tri-Valley
📞 (925) 989-9293

One of the things I love seeing in local communities is when an old space gets a brand-new life.

That’s exactly what happened at Castro Valley Marketplace.

Many longtime locals remember this building as the former home of Daughtrey’s Department Store, a Castro Valley staple for years. Today, it has been completely reimagined into a vibrant gathering place full of food, shopping, and community energy.

And tucked inside is a real gem called Good Morning Maxwell.

It’s a bright, cheerful, modern event space that feels warm and welcoming the moment you walk in. Whether you’re planning a birthday celebration, shower, workshop, gathering, or special event, it’s one of those spaces that feels both stylish and comfortable at the same time.

I always love when communities preserve history while creating something fresh and useful for today.

If you haven’t visited Castro Valley Marketplace lately, it’s worth a stop. You may discover more than you expected.

Janice Colby Realty | Keller Williams Tri-Valley
📞 (925) 989-9293