Los Gatos

About the Area

A Historic Downtown With a Gateway to the Santa Cruz Mountains

Los Gatos sits where the Santa Cruz Mountains meet the Silicon Valley, giving residents a unique mix of a bustling town and immediate access to nature. Properties trade less frequently and hold value across economic cycles.

32,786
Total Population
$217K
Median Household Income
65%
Owner Occupied
75%
Bachelor's or Higher

Source: U.S. Census Bureau

Available in Los Gatos

Current Listings, Curated for Serious Buyers

Market Snapshot

What the numbers say about Los Gatos

$2M+
Median Home Value
National median: $332,700
$3,247
Median Monthly Rent
National median: $1,413
$217K
Median Household Income
National median: $80,734

Ownership breakdown

65%Own 35%Rent
Area Feel
Affluent Suburban

Sources: Zillow and U.S. Census Bureau

Neighborhood Report Card

How Los Gatos Ranks

Independently scored based on federal data, resident reviews, and school performance.

A+
Public Schools
A+
Good for Families
A+
Health & Fitness
A
Weather
A
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife

Source: Niche.com

Residents & Lifestyle

Who lives in Los Gatos

Age Distribution

18 and Under
24%
24 to 34
9%
35 to 44
13%
45 to 54
15%
55 to 64
14%
65 and up
21%

Education Levels

Master's+
38%
Bachelor's
37%
Some college
17%
High school
6%
Less than HS
2%

75 percent of Los Gatos adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, more than double the national rate of 36 percent.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau

Schools

The schools that anchor the market

The Los Gatos Saratoga Joint Union High School District ranks #5 among all California school districts. Attendance zones drive premium pricing throughout the town.

01
Los Gatos High School
Public · Grades 9 to 12
A+
1,900 students
02
Raymond J. Fisher Middle School
Public · Grades 6 to 8
A+
1,015 students
03
Blossom Hill Elementary
Public · Grades K to 5
A+
530 students
04
Louise Van Meter Elementary
Public · Grades K to 5
A+
507 students
05
Lexington Elementary
Public · Grades K to 5
A
174 students

Source: U.S. Department of Education

Recognition

What the rankings say

#17 of 300+
Best Suburbs to Live in the San Francisco Bay Area
#27 of 529
Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in California
#39 of 1,850
Best Places to Raise a Family in California

Source: Niche.com

Life in Los Gatos

Los Gatos has always had a special place in the South Bay. Its charming downtown, beautiful neighborhoods, and easy access to places like Vasona Park give it a unique blend of community and character.

From local restaurants and shops to afternoons in the park, Los Gatos offers a pace of life that feels connected, welcoming, and close to everything.

Small-town charm, with the best of the Bay Area close by.

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