Eichler Homes
Thousand Oaks, CA | $1.5M-$1.8M
Eichler Homes
Yes, it’s true! The Conejo Valley has Eichler Homes. A unique style of architecture designed by none other than Joseph Eichler. Only a handful were ever built and can be found in pockets across the state. These homes, known today as “Eichlers”, were innovative and visionary for their time, and credit Joseph Eichler for being one of the nation’s most influential builders of modern homes.
Sources | wikipedia.com & The LA Times
Thousand Oaks | The Overview
Curious what it’s like to live in Thousand Oaks beyond this neighborhood? With a wide range of price points, school zones, and housing styles, each part of the city feels a little different. Here’s the full local breakdown.
Eichler Homes | Quick Take
A genuine piece of California architectural history, and you’ll know within five seconds whether it’s for you.
- Lifestyle: Single-story, open-concept layouts leave plenty of room for entertaining, and yards run big enough for a pool if one isn’t already there.
- Identity: These are true Eichler homes, designed by Joseph Eichler, only a handful were ever built, and they’re found only in pockets across California. Owning one means being part of a specific piece of architectural history.
- Trade-off: The flat and A-lined rooflines are a world away from the classic look most of the Conejo Valley is known for. You either like them or you don’t.
- Bottom line: A strong fit for single-story seekers who love open concept and want real space to spread out, an older demo makes up most of the neighborhood, with a few younger families sprinkled in.
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Quick Facts at A Glance
Typical Price Range
$1.5M-$1.8M
Home Size (SQ FT)
1,956-2,578
Number of Homes (Approx.)
103
Bedrooms
3-5
Year Built
1964-1966
Eichler Homes Floor Plans
What's To Love
The modern single story open concept leaves a lot of room for entertainment and the yards a big enough for a pool if they don’t have one already. Plus, Eichler homes can only be found in California. Meaning every homeowner gets to be a part of architectural history special to the Golden State.
What's Not To Love
The modern design isn’t for everyone. The flat and a-lined rooftops are far from the classic look familiar to the Conejo Valley. Truth be told, you either like them or you don’t.
Who Should Look Here
Single story seekers who prefer an open concept will feel at home here. The large layouts provide room to spread out and the space to board your house guests. Your typical neighbor will be an older demo with a few younger families sprinkled in.
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These neighborhood profiles are designed to go beyond what you’ll find on Zillow or Redfin. After 25+ years working in the Conejo Valley and profiling more than 165 neighborhoods, I’ve learned that the small differences between communities often matter the most.
Homes for Sale in Eichler Homes
Eichler Homes Market Snapshot
This snapshot shows recent sales activity in Eichler Homes to give a general sense of how the neighborhood has been performing over time.
| 2024 | 2025 | Last 12 Months 11/1/25 - 10/31/26 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price: | $1,540,000 | $1,760,000 | $1,560,000 |
| Lowest Price: | $1,530,000 | $1,700,000 | $1,300,000 |
| Highest Price: | $1,550,000 | $1,830,000 | $2,500,000 |
| Number of Sales: | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Buying a home in Eichler Homes?
If you’re starting to think about what it would actually look like to buy in Eichler Homes, this is a good place to start.
I’ll walk you through what to expect, how the process works, and the key decisions you’ll want to think through before making an offer.
Before You BuySelling a home in Eichler Homes?
If you own a home in Eichler Homes and are thinking about selling, it helps to understand what typically goes into the costs and what you might realistically walk away with.
I break it down clearly so you can make a more informed decision.
Estimate Your Net ProceedsEichler Homes Location
Exploring Your Thousand Oaks Options
Eichler Homes is one of several distinct neighborhoods within Thousand Oaks. If you’re still getting your bearings, these guides can help.
EICHLER FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Most people are surprised these even exist here, true Eichler homes, designed by Joseph Eichler, only a handful were ever built and they’re found in scattered pockets across California. It’s not just a mid-century-style tract, it’s a specific piece of architectural history.
Homes here typically run $1.5M-$1.8M. How much of the original Eichler character a home has retained is worth comparing alongside square footage, since renovation levels vary quite a bit.
The architecture is the whole story, single-story, open-concept layouts with flat and A-lined rooflines that look nothing like the rest of the Conejo Valley. Many yards run big enough for a pool.
Both are neighborhoods where the architecture itself is the reason to buy in, rather than price or location. Old Meadows leans into colonial, East Coast-style curb appeal, while Eichler goes the opposite direction with true mid-century modern design.
Single-story seekers who love open concept and want real room to spread out and host guests. That draws an older demo with a few younger families sprinkled in.
The design is distinctive enough that it’s worth making sure you genuinely like open layouts, single-story living, and unusual rooflines before committing, since the look is a world away from the classic style most of the Conejo Valley is known for. Worth seeing one in person before you decide.
Ready to tour Eichler Homes and other neighborhoods?
Choosing the right neighborhood is often more important than choosing the right house. If you’re still figuring out where you belong in the Conejo Valley, here’s the simple 3-step process I use to help buyers narrow it down.
Step 1:
First Meeting
We’ll talk through your plans and what buying looks like in the Conejo Valley.
Step 2:
Area & Home Tours
You’ll get a feel for how the towns connect and which ones feel right to you.
Step 3:
Offers → Closing
I’ll guide you through offers, negotiations, and all the way to closing.
