Cemetery · Union City, CA

Mount Eden Cemetery

4.5(11) Verified on Google

Mount Eden Cemetery is a historic burial ground established in 1861 in Hayward, California by residents of Eden Township. The cemetery began with one acre donated by Christian Bothsow and expanded through additional land purchases over time, serving diverse community populations including early pioneers and Chinese and Japanese burials. It contains 2,827 burial records and is maintained by a volunteer board.

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Established: 1861

About Mount Eden Cemetery

Mount Eden Cemetery was established on April 13, 1861, by residents of Eden Township who formed a Cemetery Association to manage the burial grounds. Initially funded by community contributions, the cemetery began with one acre of land donated by Christian Bothsow. Over the years, it expanded through additional land purchases and was maintained through volunteer leadership and modest lot fees. The cemetery served a diverse community, including early pioneers, Chinese and Japanese burials, and later generations. By 1961, it marked its centennial with third-generation descendants on the board.

Typical burial prices in Union City

Mount Eden Cemetery doesn't publish prices online. As a reference, providers in Union City typically charge:

Low

$742

Typical

$2,310

High

$5,675

City-wide figures from 11 published prices — not Mount Eden Cemetery's own rates. Under the FTC Funeral Rule, they must give you an itemized price list on request, in person or by phone.

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Services offered

Burial

Where is Mount Eden Cemetery?

2440 Depot Rd, Union City, CA

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Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Mount Eden Cemetery reviews

Updated July 2026

4.5

11 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

4.5 from 11 reviews on google

What burial prices usually include

General context, not specific to Mount Eden Cemetery: a typical burial price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

The funeral home's basic services and staff fee
Transfer and preparation of the deceased
A viewing or funeral service and use of facilities
Coordination of permits and paperwork
Hearse and transport to the cemetery

Usually extra

The cemetery plot or grave space
A casket and, where required, a burial vault or liner
Opening and closing the grave (a cemetery fee)
The headstone or grave marker
Certified copies of the death certificate

Frequently asked questions

What services does Mount Eden Cemetery offer?

Mount Eden Cemetery offers burial, and is a cemetery. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Mount Eden Cemetery located?

Mount Eden Cemetery is located at 2440 Depot Rd, Union City, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will Mount Eden Cemetery give me an itemized price list?

Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.