Real Estate

Vintage Ranch-Style California Homes

The post-war, California dream — the humble ranch-style home, that made home ownership affordable for a generation of middle class workers.

This home is located in Corte Madera, Calif.
This home is located in Corte Madera, Calif. (realtor.com)

CALIFORNIA — One Patch editor describes ranch-style as the most underrated of homes. This is our ode to the California Ranch —

All Hail The California Ranch House

The California Ranch was the California Dream and this 1956 Pasadena gem holds every bit of the California Ranch promise.

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San Leandro Home Has San Francisco Bay Views

Just listed! This 1961 ranch-style home has been updated with modern finishes, including a spa-like bath.

1960s Dixon Ranch-Style Home Has 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths

Buyers seeking a single-story ranch home — or rambler — straight out of the 1960s will want to check out this one.

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1950s Novato Ranch-Style Home Has Skylights

Built in 1955, this single-level home offers an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, skylights and an updated kitchen.

Comedian Whitney Cumming Lists Studio City California Ranch House

Remodeled with modern elegance, Comedian Whitney Cumming's Studio City home retains all that is wonderful about the California Ranch house.

Endless Potential For 1960s San Ramon Rambler

For those who cherish mid-century California ranch homes, this simple San Ramon property has many possibilities.

Move-in-ready Cupertino Home Will Win Your Heart

The never-used gourmet kitchen calls the chef in all of us and will take you back to the 'Leave it to Beaver' ranch-style living days.

Newly Listed: Ranch-Style Home In San Rafael Has Gorgeous Gardens

Built in 1956, this single-level home offers upgraded bathrooms, a remodeled kitchen and manicured gardens.

1960s Sonoma Ranch-Style Home On Half-Acre: $1.19M

Sunken rooms, vaulted ceilings and natural light abound at this single-story, ranch-style home down a private lane in Sonoma wine country.

Modernism Meets Ranch In Hip Pleasanton Property

The property includes the original house built in 1948 and a separate, smaller residence that can be rented out or used as extra space.

Palo Alto Upgraded 3-bedroom Comes With Curb Appeal

This lovely ranch-style home will make you feel right at home in a location fitting for the Silicon Valley.

Ranch-Style Home In Corte Madera Has Updated Chef's Kitchen

Built in 1948, this single-level home features a sound-proof music room, an outdoor hobby and storage shed, and raised vegetable beds.

East Palo Alto Ranch House Owns Much Potential

They say location is everything — and this cozy 2-bedroom proves it with the style that's ideal for a couple who want to customize a home.

Newly Listed: Remodeled Ranch-Style Home In Mill Valley

Built in 1962, this single-level home offers four bedrooms, three and a half baths, an expansive deck, level yard and mature gardens.

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