Welcome to 470 San Benito Avenue...a rare opportunity to own a total of four units in downtown Los Gatos with the advantage of strong income. The main structure has a sophisticated penthouse with approximately +/- 2420 square feet of gracious living. You feel like you are living in New York. Below the penthouse are two apartments with approximately +/- 1144 and 1093 square feet. Both units have been beautifully updated and remolded. The charming cottage sits on the same parcel but has a mailing address of 307 Andrews Street. The cottage is approximately +/- 909 square feet. In the past, the penthouse has been owner-occupied and all other three units have been rented. The Penthouse has a rooftop deck over the garage with stunning views of the surrounding Mountains. The pool on the rooftop deck has been covered with a deck. Living in downtown Los Gatos offers a balance between a peaceful suburban lifestyle and access to many amenities. With beautiful surroundings and many dining and shopping options, downtown provides a unique and vibrant experience.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1918
Stories: 2
Living Area: 5,711 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Office Phone: (408) 355-1500
Listing Agent: Donald Knight
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan
Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
Fireplace: Wood Burning
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 5
Total Bedroom Count: 6
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Carport, Gated, Off Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Level
Lot Size: 0.21 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Central, Electric, Floor Furnace
Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Located at the corner of San Benito and Andrews Cross Street: Andrews Street
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $3,998,000
Price Per SqFt: $700/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $44,952
Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $1.6M more than the Median Sold Price and $428/SqFt less than other homes in Los Gatos, CA.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #ML81972440
Listing Office:
Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Office Phone: (408) 355-1500
Listing Agent: Donald Knight
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Jan 30, 2008
Jan 30, 2008Home Sold
$2,450,000
Jan 19, 1990
Jan 19, 1990Home Sold
$995,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$44,952
$3,757,962
2020
$44,952
$3,719,430
2019
$34,859
$3,646,500
2018
$34,859
$2,828,294
2017
$34,713
$2,772,838
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
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Nearby Schools
8
/10
Daves Avenue Elementary School
17770 Daves Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.53 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
7
/10
Louise Van Meter Elementary School
16445 Los Gatos Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school0.84 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
9
/10
Blossom Hill Elementary School
16400 Blossom Hill Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.35 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Raymond J. Fisher Middle School
19195 Fisher Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.79 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
7
/10
Rolling Hills Middle School
1585 More Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.30 miles
Public Charter Grades 6-8
8
/10
Union Middle School
2130 Los Gatos Almaden Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.68 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Los Gatos High School
20 High School Ct
Distance between this listing and this school0.70 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
/10
Westmont High School
4805 Westmont Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.67 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
9
/10
Leigh High School
5210 Leigh Ave
Distance between this listing and this school3.43 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,524. The majority of Los Gatos, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 470 San Benito Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 470 San Benito Ave property is $3,998,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 470 San Benito Ave is a house located in Los Gatos, California, 95030.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 470 San Benito Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $44,952 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on January 30, 2008 for $2,450,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 470 San Benito Ave has 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 470 San Benito Ave is 5,711 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 470 San Benito Ave is 1918.
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This home is located at 470 San Benito Ave in Los Gatos, CA and zip code 95030 in the West Los Gatos neighborhood. This 5,711 square foot home, which was built in 1918, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 09, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,998,000.
Los Gatos, CA housing market in October 2024 saw over 22 listings sold above listed price, more than 2 sold at listed price and over 25 sold below. The number of listings in Los Gatos, CA increased by 6.8% between September 2024 and October 2024. In October 2024 median list price was $2,356,777 and the average listing age was 33 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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