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Market data, neighborhood guides, Eichler history and how-tos for buyers and sellers, from Eric & Janelle Boyenga and the team at Compass.

Mid-Century Modern Tracts in Los Gatos: A Property Nerds Perspective

Los Gatos is a town of layered beauty and architectural richness, with historic Victorians, rustic bungalows, and, between them, rare mid-century modern homes that feel as fresh today as they did 60 years ago. These homes, with their low-slung lines, indoor-outdoor harmony, and minimalist elegance,
Featured Listing – 6222 Abbeyfield Drive, San Jose (Almaden Valley – Crossgate)

Step into a rare opportunity in San Jose’s Almaden Valley, where suburban living meets easy access to Silicon Valley amenities. Set on a cul-de-sac in the Crossgate neighborhood, this home at 6222 Abbeyfield Drive, San Jose, CA 95120 offers a refined and welcoming lifestyle for the discerning buyer.
🏡 Surrey Farms, Los Gatos — Where Mid-Century Roots Meet Modern Luxury

There are gated neighborhoods, and then there’s Surrey Farms — the kind of enclave that reveals its history the moment you pass through those iconic white gates off Kennedy Road. Once a working horse ranch, this pocket of east Los Gatos evolved through the mid-century years into a sanctuary of low-s
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