Immerse yourself in the captivating vista from this residence's exquisite panorama of the valley that extends to the mesmerizing expanse of Monterey Bay on clear days, while nights offer a spectacle of stars as you unwind in the hot tub. The kitchen, a culinary haven with stainless steel appliances, boasts an expansive layout with an island breakfast bar overlooking a cozy breakfast nook with a fireplace. For grander gatherings, the formal dining room sets the stage for memorable dinners. The living room is a haven of relaxation, featuring a stove for added coziness and expansive sliding glass doors that lead to a deck housing a luxurious hot tub, where valley views unfold in all their splendor. Retreat to the primary bedroom with an ensuite with dual vanity sink and a spacious walk-in closet, a luxury haven crowned by a grand bay window framing breathtaking views. 3 other bedrooms are perfect for guests or a home office! Head into Silicon and downtown Los Gatos with ease.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
9.21 acresLot Size
$642Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by The The Madani Team•DRE #70010074• Room Real Estate
Contact: 831-234-6683
Bought with RECIP RECIP•DRE #00000000• Out of Area Office
Views of Monterey Bay! Usable land, sunshine galore - walk the land! Gated community. Updated kitchen, granite, maple cabinets, island/breakfast bar, new appliances, recessed lighting, slider to outdoor covered deck. New deck/railing -hot tub off master. Lrge master suite w/ track lighting/open beam ceiling. Dining, den, 2 car garage, circle driveway. Plenty of storage and parking. Great for entertaining.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,352 (+18.7%)
$765,000 + $382,500
$1,147,500
2024
$11,250 (+2.6%)
$577,076 + $384,717
$961,793
2023
$10,960 (−0.8%)
$577,076 + $384,717
$961,793
2022
$11,052 (+2.8%)
$565,761 + $377,173
$942,934
2021
$10,755 (+0.9%)
$554,667 + $369,778
$924,445
2020
$10,664 (+2.2%)
$543,792 + $362,527
$906,319
2019
$10,439 (+1.5%)
$538,216 + $358,810
$897,026
2018
$10,280 (+0.5%)
$527,662 + $351,775
$879,437
2017
$10,233 (+4.8%)
$507,173 + $338,115
$845,288
2016
$9,765 (+1.8%)
$507,173 + $338,115
$845,288
2015
$9,589 (+1.7%)
$497,228 + $331,485
$828,713
2014
$9,430 (+15.8%)
$480,165 + $320,110
$800,275
2013
$8,147 (+5.1%)
$480,165 + $320,110
$800,275
2012
$7,748 (−3.9%)
$410,856 + $273,904
$684,760
2011
$8,064 (−8.6%)
$387,600 + $258,400
$646,000
2010
$8,821 (+286.7%)
$410,400 + $273,600
$684,000
2009
$2,281 (+3.4%)
$456,000 + $304,000
$760,000
2008
$2,206
$53,022 + $144,141
$197,163
Tax history for 15290 Upper Ellen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,352 (+18.7%)
$765,000 + $382,500
$1,147,500
2024
$11,250 (+2.6%)
$577,076 + $384,717
$961,793
2023
$10,960 (−0.8%)
$577,076 + $384,717
$961,793
2022
$11,052 (+2.8%)
$565,761 + $377,173
$942,934
2021
$10,755 (+0.9%)
$554,667 + $369,778
$924,445
2020
$10,664 (+2.2%)
$543,792 + $362,527
$906,319
2019
$10,439 (+1.5%)
$538,216 + $358,810
$897,026
2018
$10,280 (+0.5%)
$527,662 + $351,775
$879,437
2017
$10,233 (+4.8%)
$507,173 + $338,115
$845,288
2016
$9,765 (+1.8%)
$507,173 + $338,115
$845,288
2015
$9,589 (+1.7%)
$497,228 + $331,485
$828,713
2014
$9,430 (+15.8%)
$480,165 + $320,110
$800,275
2013
$8,147 (+5.1%)
$480,165 + $320,110
$800,275
2012
$7,748 (−3.9%)
$410,856 + $273,904
$684,760
2011
$8,064 (−8.6%)
$387,600 + $258,400
$646,000
2010
$8,821 (+286.7%)
$410,400 + $273,600
$684,000
2009
$2,281 (+3.4%)
$456,000 + $304,000
$760,000
2008
$2,206
$53,022 + $144,141
$197,163
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Bathroom Description: Shower Over Tub, 2+ Stall Shower, Tub
Room Information
Bonus/Hobby Room, Den/Study/Office
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range
Interior Features
Laundry: In Garage
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Family Room, In Living Room, Wood-Stove
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating: Fireplace, Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Bay, Mountains
Roof: Tile
Yard/Grounds: Deck
Building Information
Style: Contemporary
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,300
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Primary ID: 301173
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 9.211
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: SU
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Propane On Site
Water Information
Water: Storage Tank, Water Softener (Owned), Water Treatment System, Well (Domestic)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Lakeside Elementary
Elementary School District: Lakeside Joint School District
High School: Los Gatos High
High School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
Location Information
From Los Gatos, continue to Blossom Hill Rd, take CA-17 S and Bear Creek Rd to Upper Zayante Rd in Lexington Hills, and then continue on Upper Zayante Rd. Drive to Upper Ellen Rd. 15290 Upper Ellen Rd will be on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,872
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9.21 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 09114166
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lakeside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
9/10
Los Gatos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
10/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.40M – $1.70M
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