Creeks Bend Series: 1978–1979 homes in Pleasanton Valley
Welcome to Creeks Bend
As Pleasanton Valley neared its final chapter in the late 1970s, Morrison Homes introduced one last addition to the community it had helped define: Creeks Bend. Opening in August 1978, and tucked just south of Del Valle Parkway, this intimate enclave of 65 homes marked a quieter, more personal close to a decade of neighborhood growth.
For many homebuyers, it was a last chance to join a neighborhood that had shaped Pleasanton’s suburban identity throughout the 1960s and 1970s.
By the end of 1979, all remaining lots had been sold, bringing the story of Pleasanton Valley to a close. What had begun in 1964 as an ambitious vision for modern family living had, over 15 years, grown into one of Pleasanton’s most beloved and recognizable neighborhoods.
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| Map of the Creeks Bend at Pleasanton Valley neighborhood in Pleasanton, California. |
Marketing the final chapter
A vintage ad from April 1979 promoted Creeks Bend as a rare opportunity — the last homes in a community that had become synonymous with family life in Pleasanton. While modest in size, the neighborhood carried the full weight of Morrison Homes’ legacy in the area.
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| August 1978 vintage ad for Creeks Bend at Pleasanton Valley, billed as "The Pleasanton Alternative." The ad features the now-iconic sunken conversation pit, with a woman seated in the center — a hallmark of the neighborhood’s architectural flair during the late 1970s. |
The homes of Creeks Bend
Morrison’s fifth and final model complex in Pleasanton Valley opened on Dudley Court in 1978. The homes showcased a mix of flexibility, comfort, and style — perfectly suited to the changing needs of growing families.
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| Map of the Creeks Bend at Pleasanton Valley model home complex on Dudley Court. |
Pricing history
- 1978: $96,950 +
- 1979: $109,950 +
Model homes
1. The Meadowbrook (Model 2215) - 4 bedrooms or 3 with a retreat or den, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,194 sq. ft.
2. The Lakeside (Model 183) - 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,831 sq. ft.
3. The Heatherspring (Model 2216) - 4 bedrooms or 3 with a retreat or den, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,164 sq. ft. Similar to a previous release, but this home has a 3-car garage.
4. The Meadowcreek (Model 2237) - 5 bedrooms or 4 with a den, 3 bathrooms, 2.365 sq. ft.
Creeks Bend today
More than four decades later, the original model homes of Creeks Bend remain — lived in, updated, and still deeply rooted in the fabric of Pleasanton. Here’s what the former model homes look like today.
The Meadowbrook today
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| Original Meadowbrook model from 1979; current photo of the 4-bedroom home. |
The Lakeside today
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| Original Lakeside model home with 4 bedrooms; present-day photo. |
The Heatherspring today
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| Original Heatherspring model home from 1979; image shows current home structure. |
The Meadowcreek today
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| Original Meadowcreek model with 5 bedrooms; photo shows updated version of the spacious home. |
Legacy and buildout
Though Creeks Bend was the smallest addition to Pleasanton Valley, it offered something distinct: a more private, tucked-away feel — a quiet coda to a neighborhood that had seen years of steady growth. With fewer homes and a cul-de-sac layout, it quickly became known as one of the more peaceful corners of the community.
By the early 1980s, Creeks Bend had earned a reputation for its wide lots, generous floor plans, and sense of neighborly pride. Block parties were smaller, but no less lively. Residents often recall how front yard landscaping became something of an unofficial competition — with the Meadowsbrook and Meadowcreek models serving as inspiration.
Today, Creeks Bend stands as a kind of hidden gem within the Pleasanton Valley story. It may have arrived last, but it aged gracefully — a snapshot of late-1970s suburban design still alive and well in the heart of Pleasanton.
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