Property Overview:
55 Church St, Unit 1104 is a condominium in the Forbes Mill Complex in downtown Los Gatos, CA. Built in 1981, it features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and approximately 1,696–1,697 sq. ft. of living space. The estimated home value is $1,393,000 (last sold for $1,280,000 in 2018).
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:
- Nearby schools: Los Gatos High, Louise Van Meter Elementary, Raymond J. Fisher Middle
- Average SAT score: 1174 (higher than state average of 975)
- Award-winning Los Gatos schools
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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:
- Moderate 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:
- Spacious living room with semi-circular alcove of windows and custom plantation shutters with redwood views
- Bright kitchen with breakfast bar, ample storage (floor-to-ceiling cabinets), pantry, and desk area
- Formal dining room and large family room with abundant natural light
- Impressive master suite:
- Bedroom with sliding glass doors to backyard
- Bathroom and study
- Walk-through closet with built-in organizer and drawers
- All bedrooms overlook a private ~500 sq. ft. backyard with views of the woods and community pool
- Large back decks for lounging or entertaining
- Central forced air heating and cooling
- Secured underground garage and extra storage
- Single-story, first-floor unit (remodeled with custom cabinetry, slab quartzite countertops, coffee station, and high-end appliances)
- Gas-burning fireplace in living room
- Spa-like bathrooms with dual sinks and soaking tub
- Separate office space
Location Benefits:
- Prime downtown Los Gatos location: Steps to shops, restaurants, Los Gatos Creek Trail, Civic Center, library, farmers’ market, and Los Gatos High School
- Picturesque, park-like setting with redwood tree views
- Ideal for active lifestyles with abundant recreational options
- Outstanding school district
- Vibrant, family-friendly community