Property Overview:
16460 Wood Acres Rd is a single-family home in Los Gatos, CA, originally built in 1938. The property features two residences:
- Main home: Completely remodeled in 2025, nearly 2,800 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, soaring ceilings, open kitchen concept, commercial-grade prep kitchen, and a serene primary suite.
- Guest cottage (ADU): Over 900 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms—ideal for in-laws, rental, or full-time living.
- Lot size: Just over 1 acre with incredible views of Silicon Valley, swimming pool with custom water slide, private driveway with new asphalt and retaining walls.
- Estimated home value: $2,094,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 1.7% (much lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 2.8% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
- Top-rated Saratoga schools: Daves Avenue Elementary, Los Gatos High, Redwood Middle.
- Average SAT score: 1174 (well above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 78.2% white-collar jobs, 21.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 11,686 (23% growth since 2000).
- 65% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (20.33%); second largest: 35-44 years (12.38%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 41.3°F (January), 77.5°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 28.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $176,747.
- Average annual spending: $102,879.
Property Features:
- Two residences: Main home and spacious guest cottage (ADU).
- Fully remodeled main home with high-end finishes and unforgettable views.
- Swimming pool with custom water slide.
- Large, sunny, buildable lot with potential for expansion.
- City sewer and water.
- Parking garage, fireplace, and cooling system.
- Private driveway with new asphalt and retaining walls.
- Multi-generational living or rental income potential.
Location Benefits:
- Los Gatos address with Saratoga schools—highly desirable for families.
- County property with convenient access to downtown Los Gatos and Saratoga Village.
- Tree-studded, private setting with panoramic views—a true piece of paradise.
- Significant price reduction—over $300K off.
- Ideal for building new, expanding, or enjoying as-is.