This is a class of homes built throughout the Bay Area from the 1940s through the mid 1970s where it is prominent to see low-pitch or flat roofs, radiant heat systems built into the slab foundation, post-and-beam construction with open ceilings, and wood interior wall paneling. The most notable of these mid-century modern homes in the Bay Area is of course Joseph Eichler — and we host the premier web site dedicated to these homes at Eichler Homes.
Month: March 2011
SOLD: 1535 Cherry Glen Way, San Jose 95125
1535 Cherry Glen Way – $1,288,000. Listed 3/22/11 (Frank C Oliver of Vivid Estates represents the Seller) Sold for $1240K, COE 12/10/11
– 4 bed, 3 bath
– 2394sf living space on a 26350sf lot
– Built in 1951
– Private & peaceful setting, Mater landscaping, Pool/Spa & pool house
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SOLD: 1 Grove Ct, Portola Valley 94028
1 Grove Ct – $6,395,000. Listed 3/15/11 (Scott Dancer of Coldwell Banker represents the Seller) Sold for $6000K, COE 6/15/11
– 3 bed, 3.5 bath
– 5150sf living space on a 1.59 acres
– Built in 2006
– Set on a private knoll, Smart house technologies, Large cinema screen theater, Wine cellar
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SOLD: 1492 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto 94301
1492 Hamilton Ave – $2,498,000. Listed 3/16/11 (Kenneth Deleon of Keller Williams represents the Seller) Sold for $2534K, COE 4/21/11
– 5 bed, 3.5 bath
– 2715sf living space on a 7250sf lot
– Built in 1946
– Rebuilt & expanded in 2009, Custom built utilizing highest quality materials & finishes
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An incredible ultra-modern makeover. Pictures just aren't enough you have to see it in person. Great floorplan with private patio off the upstairs master that feels like a retreat!
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SOLD: 720 Quetta Ave Unit E, Sunnyvale 94087
720 Quetta Ave Unit E – $570,000. Listed 3/15/11 (Erinna Tsai of World Properties Real Estate Co. represents the Seller) Sold for $585K, COE 4/19/11
– 3 bed, 2 bath
– 1244sf living space on a 1742sf lot
– Built in 1973
– End unit townhome, New laminate hardwood floor, Kitchen with granite slab countertop
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Yes, a Mid-Century Modern townhouse! I have never been able to get confirmation that this is an Eichler built complex or not but it is a great find nonetheless. These single story units don't come on the market often and when they do they are a real find! Open beam with tongue and groove ceilings, sliders out to multiple patio areas, and globe lights of the period. A huge bonus is the great Sunnyvale schools, Cumberland ES, Sunnyvale MS, and Homestead HS — making it probably the cheapest entrypoint for a home going to these schools!
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Canceled: 27161 Moody Rd, Los Altos Hills 94022
27161 Moody Rd – $4,950,000. Listed 3/9/11 (Gary Campi of Campi Properties represents the Seller)
– 4 bed, 3.5 bath
– 4060sf living space on a 130680sf lot
– Built in 2005
– Designed by Callas Shortridge Architects, Masterful blend of nature and architechture
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Not Mid-Century but totally modern for sure. Stunning is just the beginning. Multiple Nana Walls in various rooms including the detached studio. Awesome tarazzo floors with embedded radiant heat, double showers in the master bathroom, and a great mix of both wood and stone textures throughout. On the down side, the detached garage may be a turnoff for some folks but look at all the other benefits!
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SOLD: 25223 La Loma Dr, Los Altos Hills 94022
25223 La Loma Dr – $1,650,000. Listed 3/9/11 (Vivi Chan of Coldwell Banker represents the Seller) Sold for $1805K, COE 4/15/11
– 3 bed, 2 bath
– 2289sf living space on a 44866sf lot
– Built in 1963
– Mid-century gem down a private drive, Views of the Bay and Mt Diablo, Aging gracefully
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Fantastic opportunity! All original mid-century home needing restoration but what a great project. Incredible views, 1 acre lot, great floor plan, and tall celings.
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SOLD: 2380 Adele Ave, Mountain View 94043
2380 Adele Ave – $829,000. Listed 3/4/11 (Jacy Truong of Century 21 represents the Seller) Sold for $829K, COE 6/26/11
– 3 bed, 2 bath
– 1334sf living space on a 6000sf lot
– Built in 1956
– Remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, Refinished hardwood floors, Private backyard
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Originally from the East coast, I grew up and completed college in southeastern Massachusetts. After spending many years going through the ranks of a software company, I decided to challenge myself to take my life in a completely new direction — I moved to Taiwan! I lived there 4 years, learned to speak Mandarin, and had an “experience of a lifetime”.
I spent every day learning more and more about Asian culture; traveling to countries like Japan, Korea, Singapore, China, Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia; and I grew particularly successful at cross-culture communication — understanding each other’s needs when English (or Chinese) is not your first language. I am grateful for the bonds I have throughout Asia that will last a lifetime.
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