Los Gatos luxury at its finest! This tastefully updated single-story, 4 bed, 3 full-bath, 2 half-bath, 3,400 square foot home is ideal for family memory-making. This wonderful home was built in 1956 on a huge lot - nearly 3/4 of an acre! Enjoy the ultimate backyard staycation, fully equipped with a pool, hot tub, sand volleyball court, built-in cabana and BBQ, fire pit, 4 garden boxes and a basketball court! This home is in the attendance area for the highly-rated Los Gatos schools and just a short walk to Blossom Hill Park. Don't miss your chance to own this rare Los Gatos gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
0.72 acresLot Size
$1,556Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Grace Wathen•DRE #02150606• Compass
Contact: 408-892-6440
Bought with Joseph Karakas•DRE #02144014• KW Bay Area Estates
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Public Records
Jan 21, 1994
Sold
$495,000
$146/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$58,877 (+45.1%)
$3,875,490 + $1,248,480
$5,123,970
2024
$40,585 (+1.7%)
$3,799,500 + $1,224,000
$5,023,500
2023
$39,914 (+0.7%)
$2,360,956 + $1,136,190
$3,497,146
2022
$39,648 (+1.5%)
$2,314,663 + $1,113,912
$3,428,575
2021
$39,043 (+7.7%)
$2,269,278 + $1,092,071
$3,361,349
2020
$36,265 (−1.3%)
$2,224,783 + $1,070,658
$3,295,441
2019
$36,734 (+9.8%)
$2,077,900 + $1,000,100
$3,078,000
2018
$33,463 (−1.3%)
$2,100,000 + $1,000,000
$3,100,000
2017
$33,911 (+0.6%)
$1,882,200 + $905,800
$2,788,000
2016
$33,707 (+0.2%)
$1,882,200 + $905,800
$2,788,000
2015
$33,646 (+23.9%)
$1,882,200 + $905,800
$2,788,000
2014
$27,151
$1,485,800 + $715,000
$2,200,800
Tax history for 16171 Short Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$58,877 (+45.1%)
$3,875,490 + $1,248,480
$5,123,970
2024
$40,585 (+1.7%)
$3,799,500 + $1,224,000
$5,023,500
2023
$39,914 (+0.7%)
$2,360,956 + $1,136,190
$3,497,146
2022
$39,648 (+1.5%)
$2,314,663 + $1,113,912
$3,428,575
2021
$39,043 (+7.7%)
$2,269,278 + $1,092,071
$3,361,349
2020
$36,265 (−1.3%)
$2,224,783 + $1,070,658
$3,295,441
2019
$36,734 (+9.8%)
$2,077,900 + $1,000,100
$3,078,000
2018
$33,463 (−1.3%)
$2,100,000 + $1,000,000
$3,100,000
2017
$33,911 (+0.6%)
$1,882,200 + $905,800
$2,788,000
2016
$33,707 (+0.2%)
$1,882,200 + $905,800
$2,788,000
2015
$33,646 (+23.9%)
$1,882,200 + $905,800
$2,788,000
2014
$27,151
$1,485,800 + $715,000
$2,200,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
3,400
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
52309045
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Nov 22, 2024 • Final
Residential - reroof
Remove existing composition shingles and install new composition shingles.
Roofing
Jun 12, 2023 • Final
Residential - alteration
Remove and replace retrofit windows.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Off-Street Parking, On Street
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 4
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 4
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-In Closet
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Shower and Tub, Tub in Master Bedroom, 2+ Tubs, Updated Bath(s)
Room Information
Laundry Room, Mud Room
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen, Skylight(s)
Kitchen Description: 220 Volt Outlet, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Island, Microwave, Oven (Built-In), Oven (Double), Oven Range (Built-In), Oven Range (Built-In, Gas), Oven Range (Gas), Pantry, Refrigerator(s), Warming Drawer
Interior Features
Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), In Utility Room, Tub/Sink
Pool Description: Heated, In-Ground, Pool - Solar, Spa - Gas, Spa - In Ground, Spa - Jetted
Property Features
Amenities: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet
Living Sq. Ft.: 3,400
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 395110
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.7186
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: R1E4
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Solar Heating (Pool), Whole House Fan
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Los Gatos Union Elementary
High School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,400
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.63 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 52309045
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
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Schools
Blossom Hill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Raymond J. Fisher Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Los Gatos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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