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This local newspaper posted an article about a house in Oakland that has not been touched since built in 1971. The interiors were all familiar growing up in the 70's... the walls, kitchen as well as furnitures. Pretty interesting.
I'm sure there is time capsule houses elsewhere that is earlier than this.
People old enough to remember the 1970s will recognize immediately the vibe of that decade in 39 Maitland Dr.
Built in 1971, this three-bedroom, two-bath home hasn’t been touched, nor sold, since. Inside, every inch of its 1,476-square-feet offers retro-perfect nostalgia. Even the furniture is 70s issued.
This time-warp home rests upon a 4,400-square-foot lot that backs up to a golf course. There isn’t much of a yard or garden, but the large garage, spotless (and avocado green!) appliances, and pristine wall coverings show someone loved this home carefully, for over four decades. And never changed a thing.
Ultimately though, change is inevitable, and with 39 Maitland in Alameda, that change is best witnessed through the price. In 1971, this home sold for $37,500. Today, that price has multiplied—several times—to $918,000.
You can see 27 photos in this link: http://blog.sfgate.com/ontheblock/2...asnt-been-touched-since-it-was-built-in-1971/
I'm sure there is time capsule houses elsewhere that is earlier than this.
People old enough to remember the 1970s will recognize immediately the vibe of that decade in 39 Maitland Dr.
Built in 1971, this three-bedroom, two-bath home hasn’t been touched, nor sold, since. Inside, every inch of its 1,476-square-feet offers retro-perfect nostalgia. Even the furniture is 70s issued.
This time-warp home rests upon a 4,400-square-foot lot that backs up to a golf course. There isn’t much of a yard or garden, but the large garage, spotless (and avocado green!) appliances, and pristine wall coverings show someone loved this home carefully, for over four decades. And never changed a thing.
Ultimately though, change is inevitable, and with 39 Maitland in Alameda, that change is best witnessed through the price. In 1971, this home sold for $37,500. Today, that price has multiplied—several times—to $918,000.
You can see 27 photos in this link: http://blog.sfgate.com/ontheblock/2...asnt-been-touched-since-it-was-built-in-1971/
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