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If You Like Eichlers, You’ll Love This $1.4M Bay Area GemView 14 Photos

If You Like Eichlers, You’ll Love This $1.4M Bay Area Gem

Claude Oakland designed the 1964 home with a glassy courtyard, post-and-beam construction, and built-in cabinetry—plus, it’s been well cared for ever since.
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Location: 3772 Gainsborough Drive, Concord, California

Price: $1,375,000

Year Built: 1964

Architect: Claude Oakland

Developer: Joseph Eichler

Renovation Date: 2023 and 2025

Footprint: 1,995 square feet (4 bedrooms, 2 baths)

Lot Size: 0.29 Acres 

From the Agent: "Designed in 1964 by Claude Oakland, this rare midcentury-modern treasure blends architectural authenticity with thoughtful modern updates. From the original built-in kitchen table and cabinetry to a sun-drenched atrium, every detail honors its Eichler heritage. The resort-style backyard features a saltwater pool, spa, and a pergola with heaters for year-round indoor/outdoor living. One of only 68 Eichlers in the Parkwood Estates neighborhood, it’s the perfect marriage of historic design pedigree and modern comfort."

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In classic Eichler style, there’s a glass-walled courtyard at the center of the home. 

In classic Eichler style, there’s a glass-walled courtyard at the center of the home. 

The gardens are planted with citrus, fig, and crab apple trees.

The gardens are planted with citrus, fig, and crab apple trees.

The home has only had two owners over the course of its 61-year lifetime.

The home has only had two owners over the course of its 61-year lifetime.

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The plans for Eichler’s Parkwood Estates homes are now held in UC Berkeley’s archives.

The plans for Eichler’s Parkwood Estates homes are now held in UC Berkeley’s archives.

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The model number of this Eichler home is CC-174R.

The model number of this Eichler home is CC-174R.

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Will Allstetter
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