Herb Alston

First time on the market in nearly 50 years, this 1966 single-level classic blends Silicon Valley’s playful, opportunity-rich lifestyle—diverse community and a cornucopia of restaurants—with the neighborly charm of Mayberry.

Set on an oversized ±7,200 sq ft lot, the home offers ±1,860 sq ft of living space with a wonderfully practical split layout: formal living/dining and entertaining at one end, all three bedrooms tucked away at the other—so dinner parties don’t disturb early sleepers.

A welcoming courtyard entry, you’ll find a double-wide front door. As you walk in, to the right is a bright, sunken living room anchored by a wide bay window. The cheerful eat-in kitchen flows to a large great room with a full wall library, opposite the brick fireplace wall, fresh from The Brady Bunch and direct patio access. Perfect for everyday hangouts or hosting a crowd. The bedrooms are generously sized with excellent closet space; the substantial primary suite enjoys backyard views and its own bath.

With wide windows, this single level home design is flooded with natural light throughout the day.

Outside, an expansive patio and low-maintenance landscaping invite easy indoor/outdoor living. The property also features a large multi-car garage plus deep driveway parking. Thoughtful upgrades include owned solar panels and a Tesla Powerwall for exceptional energy efficiency and peace of mind.

Location highlights:
Less than three blocks to Bowditch Middle School (where one of the listing agents once studied) and near four highly regarded elementary schools, parks, lagoons, and shopping—right in the north-end heart of Silicon Valley.


A note on Foster City: Conceived by developer T. Jack Foster and incorporated in 1971, Foster City is one of the Bay Area’s earliest master-planned communities. Built along a network of man-made lagoons on the San Mateo County bayshore, it was designed for open space, recreation, and convenient living—benefits residents still enjoy today.