Property Overview:
8 Central Ct is a single-family home in Los Gatos, CA, built in 1906. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,008 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and is currently valued at approximately $1,212,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 1.7% (much lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 2.8% (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.- Average SAT score: 1174 (596 Math, 578 English)—well above the state average of 975.
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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:
- Charming Craftsman home with stunning views and historic character.
- Peaceful cul-de-sac location, surrounded by beautiful trees and no through traffic.
- Extensively updated:
- Rewired and replumbed
- Newer roof and gutters
- Reinforced foundation
- Reconfigured interior floor plan
- Code-compliant upgrades over the past 30 years
- Spacious low-maintenance deck (440+ sq. ft.) with lightweight concrete, engineered post and pier frame, seismic bracing, terra cotta tile, iron railing, and redwood stairs.
- California Craftsman-style outdoor kitchen:
- Heart redwood and stone construction
- Concrete foundation walls
- Large plumbed sink (hot/cold)
- Fully wired with lights and GFCI outlets
- Lynx professional BBQ gas grill (natural gas)
- Ample built-in storage
- Rustic sunroom (270 sq. ft.) attached.
- Open floor plan for seamless flow between living, dining, patio, and sunroom.
- Spacious backyard on a gentle slope, ready for customization.
- Short walk to downtown Los Gatos shops, cafes, restaurants, hiking trails, and Testarossa Winery.
- Located in the highly regarded Los Gatos school district.
Location Benefits:
- Tranquil, private setting with no through traffic.
- Walkable to downtown amenities, fine dining, shopping, and outdoor recreation.
- Excellent schools and family-friendly community.
- Historic charm with modern upgrades—a rare opportunity in a sought-after Los Gatos location.