Property Overview:
17655 Old Summit Rd is a single-family log home in Los Gatos, CA, built in 1936. The main home features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and 1,612 sq. ft. of living space (some listings note up to 2,862 sq. ft. and additional guest quarters). The property sits on 6–7 usable acres with panoramic ocean and mountain views. Estimated home value: $1,363,000 (last sold for $1,800,000 in 2018).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 7.2% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 10.2% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
- Highly desirable Los Gatos Schools: C. T. English Middle, Loma Prieta Elementary, Scotts Valley High
- Average SAT score: 1174 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 72.5% white-collar jobs, 27.5% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 2.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 7,430 (decreased by 11% since 2000)
- 71% families with children
- Largest age group: 45–54 years (22.41%)
- Second-largest: 35–44 years (13.09%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 38.8°F (January), 72.8°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 32.0 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $117,734
- Average annual spending: $78,493
Property Features:
- Ridgetop log home with phenomenal panoramic ocean and mountain views
- Full southern exposure; massive redwoods, mature oaks, madrone, and open meadows
- All land accessible with roads throughout
- Potential uses: vineyard, orchards, horses, wedding venue
- Expansive great room with fireplace and ocean views
- Large master bedroom with fireplace and deck
- Hardwood floors (oak and madrone)
- Very large outdoor deck with BBQ and hot tub
- Laundry/mud room, wine cellar
- Gated private driveway
- Separate cottage for caretaker or rental income
- Detached guest home with additional bedroom and bath (per some listings)
- Parking garage, heating and cooling systems
Location Benefits:
- 10 minutes to downtown Los Gatos
- 15 minutes to Santa Cruz and beaches
- Nearby wineries, mountain biking, hiking trails, and the Summit Store
- Serene, secluded setting with easy access to amenities
- Perfect refuge from the busy Bay Area