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An incorporated town in Santa Clara County, Los Gatos, California, lies in the San Francisco Bay Area, south of the bay, in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains. It makes up an area of almost 11 square miles, and is home to a population that has seen slight growth of about 2.5% since the 2000 census to about 30,000 in July 2008. The city is quite diverse, with about 15% of its residents born outside of the United States. State Route 17 runs north-south through the city. Los Gatos is a known destination for antique shopping, and it has 10 vineyards.

Los Gatos was first founded in the mid 1850s, when a flour mill was founded here alongside Los Gatos Creek. The subsequent settlement was first named after the mill but changed its name to Los Gatos after a Spanish Land Grant. The name comes from the land grant in 1839 of much of the area, called Rancho Rinconada de Los Gatos ("the corner of the cats"). The town was incorporated in 1887 and became an important stop on the logging industry through the 19th century. At the turn of the 20th century, its agriculture industry began to flourish, with apricots, grapes and prunes. In the post-war era, the area began to experience swift development and the city became more suburban in feel.

Today, Los Gatos residents are more affluent than most of their counterparts throughout the state, and Los Gatos real estate is likewise higher. The estimated median household income in 2008 was around $113,000, with per capita income around $70,000. At that same time, Los Gatos homes were estimated to have a median value of around $1.3 million. Because of its proximity to Silicon Valley, many residents work there: about 35% of the population is employed in the computer and electronic products sector. Los Gatos has managed to withstand the financial crisis slightly better than many surrounding areas. As of October 2009, the city had an unemployment rate of just 7.9%, compared with California's state average of 12.3%. Buongiorno, Cryptic Studios and Netflix are headquartered here.

Children who live in Los Gatos are served by 10 public elementary, three middle schools and four high schools. Private schools in the community include Yavneh Day School, Los Gatos Christian School, St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Elementary School, and four secular private schools, Los Gatos Academy, Hillbrook School, Mulberry School and Stratford School. The Los Gatos Public Library serves residents, and medical attention can be received at the Community Hospital Los Gatos. For access to transportation, residents can take the Valley Transit Authority-operated buses, which travel from Santa Cruz and Main to the Winchester Transit Center. Connections can be made to Caltrain trains in nearby Santa Clara or to VTA light rail trains in Campbell. The nearest international airports are San Jose International Airport, San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport.

Newest Los Gatos Real Estate listings

495 Bird Ave, Los Gatos image
495 Bird Ave, Los Gatos $1,699,999

Location! Location! Location!!!! Charming cottage home located in a quiet Los Gatos neighborhood that is walking distance to the beautiful downtown with many wonderful am...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • ML81917336 MLS
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103 Callecita, Los Gatos image
103 Callecita, Los Gatos — Rinconada Hills $1,350,000

Welcome to 103 Callecita, located in the highly desirable, Rinconada Hills Gated Community in Los Gatos! This 2 bed, 2.5 bath townhome offers over 1,400 sqft of living sp...

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  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • ML81917310 MLS
  • Rinconada Hills Bldg.
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185 Smith Ranch Ct, Los Gatos image
185 Smith Ranch Ct, Los Gatos $2,195,000

Experience the comfortable lifestyle you deserve in this beautifully maintained Los Gatos home next to Silicon Valleys premiere Bay Club Courtside! Discover an inviting 4...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • ML81917248 MLS
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229 Wilder Ave, Los Gatos image
229 Wilder Ave, Los Gatos $2,988,000

If you want to live in Downtown Los Gatos, this is the house. This newer home in the Almond Grove neighborhood is perfect for anyone looking for a Downtown Lifestyle with...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • ML81915693 MLS
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104 Amber Oak Ct, Los Gatos image
104 Amber Oak Ct, Los Gatos — Los Gatos Woods $1,498,000

Welcome to 104 Amber Oak Court. Located in the highly desirable Los Gatos Woods community on a cul-de-sac street, this townhome boasts a spacious 1,454 sq ft floor plan, ...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • ML81917239 MLS
  • Los Gatos Woods Bldg.
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216 Barbara Dr, Los Gatos image
216 Barbara Dr, Los Gatos $1,948,000

Welcome to 216 Barbara Drive - Situated in Los Gatos - Featuring 4 Beds / 2 Baths and approx. 1,612 Sq Ft of Living Space. This home features a fantastic floorplan perfec...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • ML81917128 MLS
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16070 Matilija Dr, Los Gatos image
16070 Matilija Dr, Los Gatos $3,885,000

Here is your golden opportunity to Live in the foothills of Los Gatos/Saratoga! Living on Matilija is such a treat and one of the few exclusive enclaves of custom homes. ...

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  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • ML81917082 MLS
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123 Dover St, Los Gatos image
123 Dover St, Los Gatos $3,250,000

Nothing says "Welcome Home" more than your own private gated driveway. When you are home and choose to be outside you will enjoy the beautifully landscaped backyard, vege...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • ML81917007 MLS
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Sheldon Rd, Los Gatos image
Sheldon Rd, Los Gatos $99,950

Although small in size, this beautiful parcel provides a BIG panoramic view of the Silicon Valley. Situated in the hills just above downtown Los Gatos, this gently sloped...

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  • ML81916918 MLS
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151 Belglen Ln, Los Gatos image
151 Belglen Ln, Los Gatos $2,350,000

Welcome! This stunning Los Gatos home is nestled in the sought-after Belwood community near restaurants and shopping. Great location on large corner lot affords wonderful...

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  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • ML81916376 MLS
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