56 Ellenwood Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030, USA


Property Overview:

56 Ellenwood Ave is a single-family home in Los Gatos, CA, built in 1918. The home features 3–4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,018–2,318 sq. ft. of living space on a 7,050 sq. ft. lot. Additional features include a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and a 300 sq. ft. bonus room. The estimated home value is $2,975,000.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • 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%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Los Gatos High, Daves Avenue Elementary, and Raymond J. Fisher Middle.

    • Average SAT score: 1174 (higher than state average of 975).
  • Job Market:

    • 78.2% white-collar jobs, 21.9% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.0% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
  • 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%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 41.3°F (January), 77.5°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 28.5 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $176,747.
    • Average annual spending: $102,879.

Property Features:

  • Gorgeously remodeled and updated with hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and high-end amenities.
  • Formal living and dining rooms with box wood ceilings and fireplace.
  • Piano parlor and gourmet chef’s kitchen with butler’s pantry and gourmet appliances.
  • Primary bedroom with vaulted ceilings and outdoor access; primary bath with oversized tub, dual sinks, and stall steam shower.
  • Home theater system.
  • Bonus room (~300 sq. ft.) attached to the 2-car garage—ideal for playroom, office, gym, or artist studio.
  • Spacious, private backyard with brand new redwood deck and pergola—perfect for entertaining.
  • Gated driveway for added privacy and security.

Location Benefits:

  • Highly sought-after Glen Ridge location in downtown Los Gatos, just ½ block from Bachman Park.
  • Enjoy proximity to fine and casual dining, boutique shops, weekly Farmers Market, live music, parks, hiking trails, and distinguished schools.
  • Family-friendly community with a strong sense of neighborhood and excellent amenities.

Price and Status History

date type price
1973-06-01 Rental 67500
1999-04-04 For Sale 899000
1999-06-11 Sold 785000
2002-09-30 For Sale 1549000
2003-01-24 Sold 1462500
2004-12-23 For Sale 1899000
2005-02-18 Sold 1800000
2016-02-15 For Sale 2395000
2023-01-01 Rental 228487
2024-07-01 For Sale 2676657

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
PG&E GAS PLANT LOS GATOS N COR ELM &, South Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030, USA N N NF 0 CAD981415847 0.58
BECTON DICKINSON & CO 14300 Winchester Boulevard, Los Gatos, CA 95030, USA N N NF 0 CAD039133277 0.85
PACIFIC RAILWAY SIGNALS COLUMBIA POWDER Daves Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95030, USA N N NF 0 CAD980736128 0.87

Toxic Release Inventory

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Flood Risk Info

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AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.

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