|
|
|
|
| |
Thousand Oaks was once an open tract of land strewn with Oak trees and boulders. In 1908, a bond measure, which proposed to make the area a public park, failed, and the land was subdivided. The original town planners worked with the existing environment to beautify the homes and preserve the natural beauty. Granite boulders and trees were left standing and contoured streets were curved and bent around ancient oaks. Today, the neighborhood remains a residential retreat with hidden private gardens, landscaped walking paths, and breath-taking views of the Bay. Architecture ranges in style from early Craftsman bungalows, Spanish, Tudor, and French Provincial styles. Many of the original magnificent homes still remain.
Thousand Oaks borders the city of Albany and town of Kensington. Spanning 1-1/4 miles through two cities, Solano Avenue is the only business district in the area. This charming tree-lined boulevard hosts over 500 businesses many of which are locally owned. Residents enjoy the array of dining options, family owned grocery stores, movie theaters, coffee shops, and pocket parks.
|
|
|
|
