Property Overview:
17516 High St is a single-family home in Los Gatos, CA 95030, built in 1938. The property offers 3–4 bedrooms, 2–3 bathrooms, and 2,128–2,766 sq. ft. of living space on a 1.69–2 acre lot. Features include a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and a detached cottage. The estimated home value ranges from $1,712,000 to $2,667,618.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 1.7% (well below state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 2.8% (well below state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Top-rated schools nearby: Los Gatos High School, Louise Van Meter Elementary, Raymond J. Fisher Middle, and Hillbrook School.- Average SAT score: 1174 (higher than 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:
- Meticulously cared for over four decades; part of Los Gatos history.
- Striking stone facade built from on-site quarried stone.
- Expansive lawn shaded by mature trees with panoramic Silicon Valley views.
- Grand living room with stone fireplace, built-in library, and large picture windows.
- Formal dining room leading to a chef’s kitchen with Wolf stove, Subzero fridge, eat-in booth, and designer finishes.
- Main-level bedroom and full bath with south-facing rooms opening to an expansive deck.
- Upstairs: Two spacious bedrooms, full bath, and a flexible bonus room.
- Quality finishes: Connecticut blue stone walkways, designer interiors.
- Ample parking: Attached garage, detached garage, and large driveway.
- Detached cottage for guests or work-from-home.
- Privacy, timeless character, and top-rated school district.
Location Benefits:
- Minutes from downtown Los Gatos with access to parks: Town Plaza Park, Blossom Hill Park, Oak Meadow Park.
- Convenient to grocery stores: Lunardi’s Markets, Safeway, Whole Foods.
- Nearby coffee shops: Cafe Dio, Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company, Great Bear Coffee.
- Dining options: Dio Deka, La Boulanger, Grill 57 Bar and Restaurant.
- Ideal for families seeking top schools, safety, and community.
- Stunning views, privacy, and historic charm in a prestigious neighborhood.