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Sunnyvale modern homes
Contemporary, modern, mid-century, Eichler and new-construction homes for sale in Sunnyvale, sorted by style, plus what we check before you buy one and how we market one when you sell. The Property Nerds® have sold Silicon Valley homes since 1996.
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Modern homes for sale in Sunnyvale, by style
Active Sunnyvale listings we can place in one of four styles: modern and contemporary, mid-century, Eichler, or new construction and modern farmhouse. We read the MLS style field first, then the description, and check the year built. Pick a style to narrow the board.
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How homes land here: we read each active Sunnyvale listing’s MLS style field and its description, then check the year built. “MLS-tagged only” keeps the homes whose listing agent picked the style. Orange pins are MLS-tagged. Some listings record a style only in fields this search can’t filter on, so a few may not appear here; ask us for a full search. Listing data comes from the MLS and is shown with the listing brokerage; confirm details with the listing agent.
where in sunnyvale
Where to look in Sunnyvale
Each name opens our full neighborhood guide, with live listings, a map and what to check.
07 · eichler
- FairbraeA series of late-1950s Eichler tracts.
- Sunnyvale Manor & Sunnymount GardensEichler's first architect-designed, post-and-beam houses, from 1950.
- Cumberland & Las PalmasEichler's second development and the first sold under the Eichler Homes name.
- PrimewoodOne of the last Eichler tracts in Sunnyvale.
06 · mid-century
- Braly Park areaDeveloper Elmer Gavello hired Anshen & Allen, the architects of Eichler's early houses.
how to spot one
How to spot a modern house from the sidewalk
Simple volumes and lots of glass instead of ornament. Hover or tap a number on the drawing to match it to the list.
Flat or low-slope roof
Flat or nearly flat roofs with a thin edge or parapet.
Offset roof planes
Flat or shed roofs at different heights, stepping with the plan.
Large fixed glazing
Floor-to-ceiling glass and wide sliding or folding doors, especially toward the garden.
Clerestory bands
Strips of high windows that bring in daylight while limiting views in.
Flat cladding, little trim
Smooth plaster, wood boards or panels in large planes, with almost no ornament.
Rooftop solar
California has required solar on most new low-rise homes since January 1, 2020.
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the nerd check
Before you buy or sell a modern home in Sunnyvale
What we check when you buy
- Flat-roof membrane and drainageGet the membrane's age, type and warranty, and the location of drains, scuppers and overflows.
- Glass and heat gainLarge west- and south-facing glass drives cooling. Ask about window specs, shading and the energy-compliance documents filed with the permit.
- Permits and final inspectionsConfirm every permit was finaled. In Los Altos the signed final inspection record serves as the certificate of occupancy.
- Solar ownershipOwned, financed with a lien, leased or on a power purchase agreement. A lease or PPA has to be assumed, kept or bought out at sale.
- HVAC zones and equipmentEach zone, the age and type of heat pump or furnace, and any radiant or mini-split systems.
- Smart-home systemsWhich devices convey, and how accounts and admin access transfer at closing.
- Conditions of approvalHillside approvals can carry conditions such as landscape screening or open space easements. Ask for the approval letter and recorded easements.
- 1970s housesCircuits installed from 1965 to the mid-1970s may include aluminum branch wiring, and paid work on pre-1978 paint falls under EPA's lead renovation rule.
How we market one when you sell
- Lead with the design recordThe architect, the approval date and the permit finals. Buyers of custom modern homes ask for them.
- One folder for the systemsRoof warranties, solar contracts, energy certificates and HVAC zone maps together.
- Photograph the lightSchedule photos and showings when the glass isn't in direct glare, and show any shading systems.
- Explain the solar arrangementOwned or leased, and what a buyer would need to assume.
- Plan the smart-home handoffA device list and a reset or transfer plan.
New houses in the hill towns go through local review: Los Altos Hills scores new residences on a points system (height limit 27 feet), Portola Valley's Architectural & Site Control Commission reviews new buildings and larger additions, Woodside's Architectural and Site Review Board applies its 2012 Residential Design Guidelines, and Saratoga requires design review for any new house. Los Altos requires design review for new two-story homes.
modern homes in other cities
More modern-home city pages
All Silicon Valley modern homes · The home styles field guide
Modern architects in the Builder Files: Swatt | Miers · Feldman Architecture · Goodwin Steinberg
every style in sunnyvale
Every style in the field guide, by era
Bars show the years each style was mostly built here. Each name opens that style’s live board, set to Sunnyvale.
- 01Victorian & Edwardian1870s–1910s
- 02Craftsman & bungalow1905–1930
- 03Spanish & Mediterranean1915–1940
- 04Tudor, storybook & traditional1920s–1940s
- 05California ranchlate 1930s–1970s
- 06Mid-century modern1945–1975
- 07Eichler1949–1974
- 08Modern & contemporary1970s–today
- 09Modern farmhouse & new construction2005–today
by the numbers · sunnyvale · houses sold in the two years to oct 27, 2026
What modern and contemporary houses sell for in Sunnyvale
Houses in Sunnyvale whose listings called them modern and contemporary, sold in the two years to Oct 27, 2026. The last figure compares their price per square foot with the typical Sunnyvale house.
- sunnyvale sales, 2 years64
- median price$2.83M
- median $/sq ft$1,539
- sold over asking73%
- $/sq ft vs. sunnyvalesame
More home types, from single-story and pools to big lots and condos: Sunnyvale home types by the numbers →
Your Sunnyvale Modern Home Experts
We don’t just sell Sunnyvale homes—we decode them. At the Boyenga Team, we specialize in connecting buyers and sellers with architecture that actually aligns with how they want to live. From clean-lined Scandinavian minimalism to warm Modern Farmhouse, from raw Industrial to iconic Mid-Century Modern—we understand the design language, the construction nuances, and the lifestyle each one delivers. Tell us what speaks to you, and we’ll map your search across both on-market opportunities and the tightly held off-market inventory most buyers never even see.
Modern homes aren’t just a style—they’re a system. They’re designed around light, flow, and efficiency. Think floor-to-ceiling glass that blurs indoor-outdoor boundaries, intentional sightlines, open-concept living, and materials that age with character—not clutter. In Sunnyvale, that often translates into a premium for orientation, lot placement, and architectural integrity. We look beyond the surface—evaluating window lines, roof planes, structural systems, and even how a home captures morning vs. afternoon light. That’s the difference between a home that looks modern… and one that lives modern.
From a property nerd perspective, the real opportunity is in understanding where design meets value. Not all “modern” homes are created equal—some are builder-grade interpretations, others are architect-driven assets with long-term upside. We help clients analyze construction quality, renovation potential, and resale positioning. Whether it’s a thoughtfully updated Eichler, a new-construction contemporary, or a hidden off-market remodel with great bones—we position you ahead of the curve, not reacting to it.
Our network runs deep. We work closely with developers, architects, and design-forward builders throughout Sunnyvale and the greater Silicon Valley—giving our clients early access to projects, insight into upcoming inventory, and the ability to shape outcomes before homes ever hit the market. That means smarter buying, stronger negotiating, and more control over your end result.
We also understand the micro-markets within Sunnyvale—where modern homes trade at a premium, and where design-forward properties outperform the broader market. It’s not just about finding a home—it’s about identifying the right asset in the right location with the right long-term trajectory.
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a modern home in Sunnyvale, let’s take a smarter approach. Connect with the Boyenga Team to access exclusive inventory, strategic guidance, and a next-gen real estate experience built around data, design, and results. Your next home shouldn’t just look good—it should perform.
Sunnyvale modern home market trends
Market Trends are calculated using MLS® sold listing data
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