6433 Thornton Ave
Newark, CA 94560
Land For Sale · 0.24 AC

6433 Thornton Avenue presents a prime redevelopment opportunity located in Newark’s Old Town Specific Plan area. The property sits on a 10,500 square foot (0.24-acre) lot and is currently improved with a fire-damaged single-family home, offering a blank canvas for builders, developers, or investors looking to capitalize on Newark’s continued push for higher-density housing. Zoned Residential High Density (RH), the site supports a variety of residential uses including attached single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes, multi-unit apartments, ADUs, and small residential care facilities. Based on zoning and development guidelines, the property can accommodate an estimated 6 to 14 residential units, depending on final design and site layout. Development Standards: -65% maximum lot coverage -25% required landscaping -100 square feet of open space per residential unit The lot is ideal for a three-story multifamily project with garage parking on the ground level, a configuration that aligns with nearby housing developments. Notably, just three lots down, the City of Newark has acquired and is actively developing a 59-unit affordable rental housing community across three adjacent parcels (6347–6375 Thornton Ave). This city-backed development is a strong indicator of Newark’s support for higher-density infill projects in this exact corridor. It also signals reduced entitlement risk and greater confidence for developers pursuing similar multifamily projects in the area. Utilities including water, sewer, gas, and electric are available at the street. The site will require demolition and regrading, but its level topography and rectangular shape make it highly buildable and developer-friendly. Located on Thornton Avenue, a key arterial with nearby transit access and high visibility, the property benefits from convenient access to I-880, Highway 84, and the Dumbarton Bridge, placing it within close commuting distance to Fremont, Palo Alto, and Silicon Valley employment centers. The area is also surrounded by schools, shopping, and other community amenities. With proven city support for high-density housing, nearby public investment in multifamily development, and strong regional demand, 6433 Thornton Avenue represents a compelling opportunity for builders and investors to deliver much-needed residential product in one of the East Bay’s most promising redevelopment zones. Buyer to verify all zoning, density, and development potential with the City of Newark. Property to be sold as-is.