Discover Eichler's Personal Masterpiece: A Mid-Century Haven in Atherton.

Nestled among the mature oaks of Atherton's prestigious Lindenwood neighborhood, this 5 BR, 5.5 BA, 3700 sq ft home, the original residence of renowned builder Joseph Eichler stands as a testament to mid-century modern design and a personal embodiment of his architectural vision. Designed by the iconic architects Anshen and Allen in 1951, this home not marked the beg inning of Eichler's illustrious career but als served as his personal sanctuary until 1965. The Eichler residence is more than a structure; it's a spatial narrative that unfolds through its V-shaped layout, parallelogram-themed rooms and a swimming pool that mirrors this geometric precision.

Clad in redwood and brick, its expansive glass walls invite the outside in, creating a seamless blend with the natural surroundings. Before introducing new features into his production houses, Eichler tested innovations including sliding doors, built-in furniture and even the choice of materials, making the residence a cinemascope version of Eichler tract homes and a crucible for design experimentation. Excellent schools: Encinal, Hillview and M-A. Minutes to downtown Menlo Park and Palo Alto's restaurants and shopping. A Bay Area icon!

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on 19 Irving Ave
in Atherton, CA
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Property MLS #ML81957827 from MLSListings
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+ Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bedroom 1 Description: More than One Primary Bedroom, More than One Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+, Walk-in Closet

+ Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 5 / 1
Full Bathrooms: 5
1/2 Bathrooms: 1

+ Interior Features

High Ceiling
Open Beam Ceiling
Skylight
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum

+ Appliances

High Ceiling
Open Beam Ceiling
Skylight
Laundry Features: Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), Gas Hookup, Washer / Dryer

+ Kitchen and Dining

Cooktop - Gas
Countertop - Granite
Countertop - Other
Dishwasher
Exhaust Fan
Freezer
Garbage Disposal
Hood Over Range
Island
Oven - Built-In
Oven - Double
Oven - Electric
Pantry
Refrigerator
Skylight
Dining Room Description: Dining Area, Dining Area in Living Room, Dining Bar, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room

+ Heating and Cooling

Fireplace Features: Gas Burning Fireplace, Fireplace in Living Room, Outside Fireplace, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning Fireplace, Wood Stove Fireplace
Heating Features: Fireplace , Radiant Heating, Other Heating

+ Other Rooms

Extra Room-1 Description: Artist Studio, Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Great Room, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Office Area, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Workshop
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room

+ Pool and Spa

Pool Features: Pool - In Ground

+ Exterior and Lot Features

Fencing: Fenced Back, Fenced Front, Mixed Height / Type, Wood
Yard: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Dog Run / Kennel, Fire Pit, Sprinklers - Lawn, Storage Shed / Structure

+ Garage and Parking

Carport Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Carport , Guest / Visitor Parking, Lighted Parking Area, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Parking Total: 10

+ Land Info

Lot Description: Grade - Level Lot
Lot Size Acres: 0.8981
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 39123

+ Home Features

View: Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood

+ Amenities and Community Features

High Ceiling
Open Beam Ceiling
Skylight

+ Homeowners Association

Association: No
Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0

+ School Information

Elementary School: Encinal Elementary
High School: Menlo-Atherton High
High School District: Sequoia Union High
Middle School: Hillview Middle
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Encinal Elementary School is a public elementary school located approximately 0.4 miles away.
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Menlo-Atherton High School is a public high school located approximately 1 miles away.
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Hillview Middle School is a public middle school located approximately 2 miles away.
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Seaport Academy is a private elementary, middle and high school located approximately 0.8 miles away.
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+ Other Property Info

Source Listing Status: Contingent
County: San Mateo
Cross Street: James
Source Property Type: Residential
Area: Lindenwood Area
Source Neighborhood: Lindenwood Area
Parcel Number: 061-131-040
Postal City: ATHERTON
Zoning: R1001A
Property Subtype: Single Family Home
Source System Name: C2C
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Year	Assessments Building + Land Total	Tax
2022	$173,482 + $115,254 $288,736	$5,851
2021	$170,081 + $112,995 $283,076	$5,550
2020	$168,338 + $111,837 $280,175	$5,453
2019	$165,038 + $109,645 $274,683	$5,359
2018	$161,802 + $107,496 $269,298	$5,193
2017	$158,630 + $105,389 $264,019	$5,816
2016	$155,520 + $103,323 $258,843	$5,525
2015	$153,184 + $101,771 $254,955	$5,422
2014	$150,184 + $99,778 $249,962	$5,273
2013	$149,506 + $99,328 $248,834	$5,144
2012	$146,575 + $97,381 $243,956	$5,019
2011	$143,701 + $95,472 $239,173	$4,893
2010	$142,628 + $94,759 $237,387	$4,799
2009	$142,967 + $94,985 $237,952	$4,478
2008	$140,164 + $93,123 $233,287	$4,262
2007	$137,416 + $91,298 $228,714	$4,157

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Price Changed 2024-04-23
$5,500,000
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Listed 2024-03-18
$6,385,000
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+ Building and Construction

Total Square Feet Living: 3700
Year Built: 1951
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Foundation Details: Concrete Slab, Post and Beam
Property Age: 73
Levels or Stories: 1
Structure Type: Detached
House Style: Contemporary, Custom, Eichler, Modern / High Tech
Total Area Sqft: 3700
Year Built Source: Assessor

+ Accessibility Features

Special Features: Wheelchair Access, Wide Halls / Doors (3 Ft +), Other
Amenities Misc.: High Ceiling , Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight

+ Utilities

Sewer: Sewer - Public
Public Utilities
Water Source: Public