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A little about the area
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 $1.3 million. Because of its proximity to Silicon Valley, many residents work there: about 35% of the population is employed in the computer and electronic products sector. Los Gatos has managed to withstand the financial crisis slightly better than many surrounding areas. As of October 2009, the city had an unemployment rate of just 7.9%, compared with California's state average of 12.3%. Buongiorno, Cryptic Studios and Netflix are headquartered here.
Children who live in Los Gatos are served by 10 public elementary, three middle schools and four high schools. Private schools in the community include Yavneh Day School, Los Gatos Christian School, St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Elementary School, and four secular private schools, Los Gatos Academy, Hillbrook School, Mulberry School and Stratford School. The Los Gatos Public Library serves residents, and medical attention can be received at the Community Hospital Los Gatos. For access to transportation, residents can take the Valley Transit Authority-operated buses, which travel from Santa Cruz and Main to the Winchester Transit Center. Connections can be made to Caltrain trains in nearby Santa Clara or to VTA light rail trains in Campbell. The nearest international airports are San Jose International Airport, San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport.
Newest Los Gatos Real Estate listings
16401 Peacock Ln, Los Gatos
Great Home, LG Schools, in Muli-Million$ CulDeSac, Private backyard, semi-Separate in-law quarter. Park-Like Backyard, 2 Waterfalls,Streem,FishPond, 1/3+ Acre lot, Ross C...
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15810 Shannon Ht, Los Gatos
Outstanding views and only minutes to town! Designed by gary schloh..Built in 1994.4B/3b,3210 sq ft.1.5 Acres.Includes parcel 537-26-013.Solid construction.Quality matert...
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435 Alberto Wy #10, Los Gatos
Great remodeled Los Gatos townhouse is one block from downtown Los Gatos and University Ave. New bathrooms, new roof & siding,new exterior paint, granite and tile floors,...
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0 Happy Acres Dr, Los Gatos
Some City Views!!SELLER MAY CARRY NOTE. Build your dream home.Very Private yet close to town. This property is sloped up but has a beautiful building pad. Existing plans ...
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15991 Stephenie Ln, Los Gatos
LOS GATOS SCHOOLS and all the charm you could imagine. Absolutely adorable home on a country lane within walking distance to Blossom Hill School. Huge lot. Remodel, rebui...
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112 Mojonera Ct, Los Gatos
Quiet unknown family neighborhood in Los Gatos nestled in a lovely Cul-De-Sac! Los Gatos Schools! Kitchen has granite counters and tile floors with Jenn Air appliances, S...
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16216 Camellia Te, Los Gatos
Great opportunity in Los Gatos Manor! Updated home on large lot! with granite counters & stainless app in kitchen, hardwood floors, 2 fireplaces, Large master suite with ...
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159 Cardinal Ln, Los Gatos
Great location, great schools and great neighborhood. The lot size of 12632 on a corner interior lot makes for great potential. Home needs updating but bones seem good. A...
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215 Belmont Av, Los Gatos
Location a 10+ Newer custom home*5BD*4BA*Large formal living & dining rooms, kitchen-family room over looks charming backyard & patio. Spacious lower level with office, g...
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15413 Lone Hill Rd, Los Gatos
Diamond in the Rough! 1 block from Leigh High School. Needs updating. Huge Flag Lot over 10,000 sf. Ground floor bedroom. Huge backyard. Very private.
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