173 Escobar Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95032, USA


Property Overview:

173 Escobar Ave is a condominium unit in Los Gatos, CA, built in 1972. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,494 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a two-car attached garage, central heating, and A/C. The estimated home value is $1,480,000.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 4.5% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 6.9% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Alta Vista Elementary, Union Middle, and Leigh High.

    • State average SAT score: 975.
  • Job Market:

    • 74.2% white-collar jobs, 25.9% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 22,996 (22% growth since 2000).
    • 67% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (18.18%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 41.3°F (January), 77.4°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 26.1 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $115,651.
    • Average annual spending: $76,252.

Property Features:

  • Floor-to-ceiling windows with southern exposure for sun-filled living areas.
  • Private end unit with only one shared wall.
  • Located adjacent to a creek and open space—treehouse-like master suite.
  • Modern kitchen: Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, ample storage.
  • Formal dining area and private patio.
  • Downstairs den can convert to a 3rd bedroom; full bedroom and bath on first floor.
  • Upstairs bedrooms with open office/loft area and attic storage.
  • Double-paned windows, recessed lighting, and LVP flooring throughout.
  • Private balcony off upstairs bedroom overlooking creek/greenbelt.
  • Two-car attached garage with epoxy flooring and storage.
  • Tranquil backyard for relaxing and entertaining.
  • Community amenities: Pool, clubhouse, open grass fields, walking paths, and shady trees.
  • No common walls (like SFR), acres of landscaped open space, unbelievably private and peaceful.

Location Benefits:

  • Walking distance to great shopping and top-rated schools (Alta Vista, Union, Leigh).
  • Trails, parks, and easy freeway access nearby.
  • Beautifully landscaped community with open space and walking paths.
  • Quiet, private, and family-friendly environment—Los Gatos Village is a wonderful place to call home.

Price and Status History

date type price
1990-03-05 Sold 266000
1996-07-09 Sold 235000
2016-08-05 For Sale 899000
2016-09-16 Sold 861700
2024-07-14 For Sale 1600000
2024-07-16 Sold 1657500
2024-08-12 Sold 1308750

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AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.

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