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Absolutely darling cottage minutes up Overlook Road and a short walk to downtown Los Gatos. Enjoy direct access to Aquinas Trailhead at the end of the road with miles of trails for walking and riding. This lovingly updated home features a remodeled kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, double oven, microwave and dishwasher. There are two renewed bathrooms with stone and tile surfaces, high ceilings, double pane windows and french door, newer retaining walls and refreshed landscaping including lemon, lime, plum, peach, and passion fruit trees. Hickory hardwood floors throughout. Two spacious bedrooms with built-in closet organizers offer beautiful and far reaching views. Recent upgrades include a new heating and air-conditioning system, new ducts, and fresh interior and exterior paint. Entertain on the large viewing deck or relax in the expansive backyard with mature landscaping & enclosed pergola and Trex decking & landscape lighting. A large two car garage with storage, plus extra parking provide convenience for guests. Served by award winning Los Gatos schools, Daves Ave Elementary, Raymond J Fisher Middle & Los Gatos High School. This charming home offers incredible sweeping views of the valley, mountain and city lights visible for miles
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
5,400 sq ftLot Size
$1,528Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by William Lister•DRE #01179611• Coldwell Banker Realty
Absolutely darling cottage minutes up Overlook Road and a short walk to downtown Los Gatos. Enjoy direct access to Aquinas Trailhead at the end of the road with miles of trails for walking and riding. This lovingly updated home features a remodeled kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, double oven, microwave and dishwasher. There are two renewed bathrooms with stone and tile surfaces, high ceilings, double pane windows and french door, newer retaining walls and refreshed landscaping including lemon, lime, plum, peach, and passion fruit trees. Hickory hardwood floors throughout. Two spacious bedrooms with built-in closet organizers offer beautiful and far reaching views. Recent upgrades include a new heating and air-conditioning system, new ducts, and fresh interior and exterior paint. Entertain on the large viewing deck or relax in the expansive backyard with mature landscaping & enclosed pergola and Trex decking& landscape lighting. A large two car garage with storage, plus extra parking provide convenience for guests. Served by award winning Los Gatos schools, Daves Ave Elementary, Raymond J Fisher Middle & Los Gatos High School. This charming home offers incredible sweeping views of the valley, mountain and city lights visible for miles
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML89814006
Aug 2, 2026
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80339996
Sep 30, 2003
Sold
$575,000
$489/sq ft
Sep 30, 2003
Listing Removed
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Sep 4, 2003
Sold
$575,000
$489/sq ft
Jul 14, 2003
Listed
$620,000
$527/sq ft
Jul 14, 2003
Listed
$620,000
$527/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML89821879
Aug 12, 1998
Sold
$465,000
$395/sq ft
Aug 12, 1998
Listing Removed
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Jul 8, 1998
Sold
$465,000
$395/sq ft
May 28, 1998
Listed
$469,888
$399/sq ft
May 28, 1998
Listed
$469,888
$399/sq ft
Public Records
May 6, 1991
Sold
$335,500
$285/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 30, 1986
Sold
$145,000
$123/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,020 (+3.7%)
$583,708 + $250,155
$833,863
2024
$9,660 (+2.4%)
$572,263 + $245,250
$817,513
2023
$9,438 (+0.6%)
$561,043 + $240,442
$801,485
2022
$9,381 (+1.8%)
$550,043 + $235,728
$785,771
2021
$9,214 (+1.7%)
$539,258 + $231,106
$770,364
2020
$9,064 (+1.2%)
$528,685 + $226,575
$755,260
2019
$8,957 (+1.3%)
$523,264 + $224,252
$747,516
2018
$8,845 (+0.1%)
$513,004 + $219,855
$732,859
2017
$8,836 (+2.5%)
$493,085 + $211,319
$704,404
2016
$8,622 (+0.4%)
$493,085 + $211,319
$704,404
2015
$8,586 (+1.3%)
$483,417 + $207,176
$690,593
2014
$8,477 (+1.9%)
$466,829 + $200,068
$666,897
2012
$8,316 (+3.0%)
$464,720 + $199,164
$663,884
2011
$8,071 (+0.5%)
$455,608 + $195,259
$650,867
2010
$8,034 (+2.5%)
$446,675 + $191,431
$638,106
2009
$7,834 (+4.4%)
$443,337 + $190,001
$633,338
2008
$7,506
$435,678 + $186,719
$622,397
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1946
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,177
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,177
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
51036005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Mar 10, 2022 • Final
Construction
Upgrade the electrical service from 100 amps to 200 amps.
Electrical
Feb 28, 2022 • Final
Construction
Remove and replace existing retaining walls with new retaining walls.
Grading
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 93° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Los Gatos, CA • 95030
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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