Silicon Valley’s most underrated Eichler neighborhoods offer everything buyers love about mid-century modern living—post-and-beam architecture, walls of glass, indoor-outdoor flow, and tight-knit community energy—without the chaos and price pressure of Palo Alto or the Highlands. From Cupertino’s impeccably preserved Fairgrove to the serene, mountain-view Eichlers of Monte Sereno’s Via Sereno, these hidden pockets combine architectural authenticity, strong schools, walkable amenities, and long-term appreciation potential. For relocation buyers seeking a true Eichler lifestyle with real value upside, these ten neighborhoods represent the smartest, most overlooked opportunities in the Valley.
Read MoreTucked beside Red Morton Park, the Fairwood tract—better known as the Lyons Street Eichlers—reads like a living museum of mid-century modern. Thirty-ish single-story, post-and-beam homes with floor-to-ceiling glass, quiet rooflines, and radiant-heated slabs form a one-block community locals call “Dream Street.” Inventory is scarce, stewardship is high, and demand is persistent: purists prize preserved mahogany and original profiles while design-savvy families covet indoor-outdoor flow, schools, and central Redwood City access. The result is a timeless neighborhood where architectural integrity and neighborly culture compound long-term value—proof that good design never goes out of style.
Read More"Tucked beneath a canopy of redwoods and mid-century geometry, Redwood City’s Woodside Plaza Eichlers offer a rare combination of architectural purity, generous lots, and authentic California Modern design. With butterfly roofs, post-and-beam construction, and quiet cul-de-sacs, 94062 is where MCM lovers find their dream homes—with elbow room to grow."
Read MoreRedwood City’s Eichler homes, built between 1950 and 1954, showcase mid-century modern design through post-and-beam construction, radiant floor heating, and private atriums. Located in Atherwood, Fairwood, and Sequoia Meadow, these homes are timeless architectural treasures. The Boyenga Team at Compass, Eichler Home Experts, offers unmatched expertise in buying, selling, and preserving these iconi
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