Los Gatos Homes for Sale
192 Homes for sale in Los Gatos
$2,598,000
159 Altura Vista Vista
Los Gatos, CA 95032
$2,598,000
245 Los Gatos Boulevard
Los Gatos, CA 95030
$3,400,000
26765 Havenhill Lane
Los Gatos, CA 95033
$1,498,000
22163 Miller Ridge Road
Los Gatos, CA 95033
$1,598,888
1857 Los Encantos Court
Los Gatos, CA 95032
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Los Gatos Neighborhood Guide
Los Gatos is a prosperous foothills town at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains in southern Santa Clara County, with one of the most beloved downtowns in all of Silicon Valley. Its Main Street and Santa Cruz Avenue combine upscale boutiques, white-tablecloth restaurants, and sidewalk cafes with an authentic small-town feel that other South Bay cities have tried and failed to replicate. Netflix is headquartered here, as are several other notable tech and biotech companies, and many of the Valley's tech executives and creative professionals choose Los Gatos for its mountain-town character, immediate trail access, and old-California architectural heritage.
Why Buyers Love Los Gatos
- Downtown Walkability — Los Gatos' commercial core is genuinely walkable, with independent restaurants, wine shops, and specialty retailers within walking distance of many residential neighborhoods. It is regularly cited as one of the best downtowns in Silicon Valley.
- Santa Cruz Mountains Access — The Lexington Reservoir, Los Gatos Creek Trail, and the Wilder Ranch trail network are all minutes from town. Mountain bikers, hikers, and road cyclists treat the city as a natural gateway to the mountains.
- Architectural Character — Unlike the stucco subdivisions that define much of the South Bay, Los Gatos has genuine architectural diversity: Victorian cottages, Spanish Colonial revivals, mid-century moderns, and custom contemporary homes coexist in the hillside neighborhoods.
- Proximity to Major Employers — Apple Park, Netflix HQ, and the dense employment corridor along Highway 85 and 17 put Los Gatos within 15–25 minutes of a huge share of Silicon Valley jobs.
Neighborhoods at a Glance
Downtown / Old Town Los Gatos
The historic core near Main Street and Santa Cruz Avenue, with Victorian and Craftsman homes on smaller lots within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and the creek trail. Among the most coveted addresses in South Bay.
Los Gatos Foothills
The hillside neighborhoods above town on roads like Kennedy Road and Shannon Road, with larger parcels, oak woodland settings, and views toward the valley. Privacy and natural beauty at a premium.
Bachman / Overlook
Established neighborhood east of downtown with ranch homes and updated interiors, more accessible entry prices for Los Gatos, and quick access to both the freeway and the Santa Cruz Avenue core.
Surmont / Belgatos
The southwestern foothills bordering Monte Sereno, known for custom homes on large lots with creek frontage and immediate open space adjacency. One of the most tranquil settings in the city.
North Los Gatos
The flatter northern section bordering Campbell and San Jose, with more conventional suburban homes and relatively easier entry into the Los Gatos address at a moderate premium.
Local Amenities
Parks
Vasona Lake County Park (boating, cycling, Oak Meadow Park with carousel), Lexington Reservoir County Park (hiking, fishing), Los Gatos Creek Trail (multi-use, connects to Campbell and San Jose), St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve
Shopping
Downtown Santa Cruz Avenue and Main Street boutiques, Los Gatos Boulevard retail, Los Gatos Town Plaza; Santana Row in San Jose (15 min) for upscale shopping
Dining
Manresa (formerly two-Michelin-star, now closed, but the dining culture it cultivated persists); The Cats restaurant (local institution), Los Gatos Brewing Company, Forbes Mill Steakhouse, Bar Pintxo; the weekly Los Gatos Farmers Market is a Saturday staple
Recreation
Lexington Reservoir, Los Gatos Creek Trail, Vasona Park, Jones Trail mountain biking, Soquel Demonstration State Forest (road cycling over the mountain), Oak Meadow Park
Commute Times
| Destination | Drive | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco (Downtown) | 55–75 min | 90–110 min (VTA + Caltrain from San Jose or Santa Clara) |
| Oakland (Downtown) | 50–65 min | 100–120 min (VTA + BART) |
| Silicon Valley (Palo Alto) | 25–35 min | 55–75 min (VTA bus + Caltrain) |
| San Jose (Downtown) | 15–25 min | 25–35 min (VTA light rail or bus) |
Los Gatos does not have Caltrain or BART service — it is a car-dependent community for most commutes. Highway 17 provides the mountain crossing to Santa Cruz, and Highway 85 connects quickly to Apple Park, Cupertino, and Sunnyvale. VTA bus routes provide connections to downtown San Jose and the Caltrain corridor.
Commute times are estimates and may vary based on traffic, time of day, and route. Data is for informational purposes only.