Maybe it is all terminology.
Maybe it isn't the lots that back to a street (of any kind) being desirable.
But more they are the better choice between having a lanai 10 feet away from your lanai.....and all the other sounds of life going on (some not so good sounds.....smokers....partyers...hackers....etc)
Literally the size of a room away!!!!!!!!!!
The street lots begin to look......desirable!!!!!