Property Overview:
22370 Old Santa Cruz Hwy is a single-family home in Los Gatos, CA, built in 1930. The property includes two contiguous parcels totaling approximately 7.08 acres (APN 558-05-026 & 558-08-055). The main house features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,027 sq. ft. of living space, with an estimated value of $737,100. There is also a 2,400 sq. ft. house and a carriage house for flexible use. Note: All structures were built without permits; the county requires corrections and full Building Site Approval.
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:
Nearby schools include Loma Prieta Elementary, C. T. English Middle, and 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:
- Two contiguous parcels totaling 7+ acres in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
- Mostly level and gently sloping land with abundant sunlight.
- Main house with expansive deck and comfortable living space.
- Large carriage house for use as a guest house, home office, or creative space.
- Detached workshop and recreation room for hobbies or storage.
- Year-round spring (never dry in 40+ years) feeding a tranquil pond.
- Open pastures and fields for outdoor enjoyment, orchards, or vineyards.
- Majestic redwood trees throughout the property.
- Privacy, tranquility, and seclusion with convenient access:
- 6 minutes to Loma Prieta Elementary & C. T. English Middle
- 13 minutes to Los Gatos
- 23 minutes to Santa Cruz
- All structures built without permits; county requires corrections and full Building Site Approval (BSA), including environmental and safety reviews.
- Essentially unimproved land as per county records.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Santa Cruz Mountains location with a balance of seclusion and accessibility.
- Sun-kissed mornings and golden afternoons in a mountain paradise.
- Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, hobbyists, artists, or those seeking a private sanctuary.
- Easy access to Hwy 17 for commuting.