Property Overview:
496 Bird Ave is a single-family home in Los Gatos, CA, built in 1951. It features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a bonus room (ideal for nursery or office), and 1,102 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a detached 1-car garage, fireplace, central A/C, and has been completely remodeled with high-end finishes. The estimated home value is $2,133,000 (last sold for $1,250,000 in 2016).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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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%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Los Gatos High, Louise Van Meter Elementary, and Raymond J. Fisher Middle.- Award-winning Los Gatos schools.
- Average SAT score: 975 (state average).
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Job Market:
- 74.2% white-collar jobs, 25.9% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 22,996 (22% growth since 2000).
- 67% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (18.18%); second largest: 35-44 years (14.92%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 41.3°F (January), 77.4°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 26.1 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $115,651.
- Average annual spending: $76,252.
Property Features:
- Completely remodeled (5 years ago) with vaulted ceilings and reclaimed white barn wood plank accent walls.
- Large stone fireplace and diagonal hardwood floors with border accents.
- Gourmet kitchen:
- Granite/stone counters
- Custom cabinets
- Stainless steel appliances: Wolf 6-burner gas range, Miele dishwasher, wine fridge
- Updated bathrooms with lovely finishes.
- White barn-style sliding doors, crystal glass chandeliers, and recessed lighting.
- Dual pane Andersen windows, central A/C, tankless water heater.
- Stamped concrete driveway & walkways, herringbone brick patio, stacked stone exterior.
- Quaint backyard: Grass, stone patio, mature redwood trees, adorable outdoor playhouse shed.
- Bonus room perfect for a nursery or office.
- Quiet, private, and safe neighborhood.
Location Benefits:
- Walking distance to downtown Los Gatos shops, restaurants, and Los Gatos Creek Trail.
- Family-friendly community with top-ranked schools.
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to local amenities and outdoor recreation.
- Turnkey property—move-in ready with modern smart home features (in select listings).