Opportunity awaits with panoramic views of the Silicon Valley from this charming Los Gatos home, just minutes from downtown. The one acre lot backs up to El Sereno Open Space Preserve with access to hiking trails from your front door. Spacious living room with large windows and wrap-around deck access offering stunning unobstructed views. Dual-level deck is perfect for indoor/outdoor California living! Kitchen features stainless steel appliances & granite countertops. Perfect location near downtown Los Gatos restaurants and retail shops, and good Los Gatos schools. Daves Elem. Fisher Middle and Los Gatos High. Similar View Homes range from $2.6M -$3.2M after renovation. You can renovate and add your own finishing touches for $600k (See disclosures and reports) or just enjoy as is.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
1.04 acresLot Size
$1,346Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Brett Brett Jennings Group•DRE #70010020• Real Estate Experts ERA Powered
Contact: 408-807-4541
Bought with Bill Gorman•DRE #01053691• Coldwell Banker Realty
SPECTACULAR VALLEY VIEWS FROM THIS CHARMING HOME JUST MINUTES FROM TOWN * WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY TO REMODEL, RE-BUILD, OR JUST ENJOY * HUGE GREAT ROOM * LARGE FAMILY ROOM * INSIDE UTILITIES * 4TH BEDROOM CURRENTLY USED AS LAUNDRY AREA * WRAP AROUND DECKS * WOOD FLOORS * OVER AN ACRE OF PROPERTY * PLENTY OF PARKING * STROLL TO TOWN * LOS GATOS SCHOOLS *
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,631 (+28.8%)
$1,533,836 + $1,154,614
$2,688,450
2024
$19,895 (+1.9%)
$1,503,761 + $679,910
$2,183,671
2023
$19,520 (+0.7%)
$1,474,276 + $241,244
$1,715,520
2022
$19,392 (+1.6%)
$1,445,369 + $236,514
$1,681,883
2021
$19,087 (+1.7%)
$1,417,029 + $231,877
$1,648,906
2020
$18,771 (+24.4%)
$1,389,245 + $227,331
$1,616,576
2019
$15,091 (+1.3%)
$1,375,000 + $225,000
$1,600,000
2018
$14,901
$1,010,680 + $252,668
$1,263,348
2017
$14,887 (+2.5%)
$971,435 + $242,857
$1,214,292
2016
$14,527 (+0.4%)
$971,435 + $242,857
$1,214,292
2015
$14,468 (+1.3%)
$952,388 + $238,096
$1,190,484
2014
$14,278 (+2.0%)
$919,708 + $229,927
$1,149,635
2012
$13,999 (+3.1%)
$915,552 + $228,888
$1,144,440
2011
$13,578 (+901.2%)
$897,600 + $224,400
$1,122,000
2010
$1,356 (+1.9%)
$880,000 + $220,000
$1,100,000
2009
$1,331 (+3.2%)
$41,328 + $36,495
$77,823
2008
$1,289
$40,615 + $35,865
$76,480
Tax history for 16920 Sheldon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,631 (+28.8%)
$1,533,836 + $1,154,614
$2,688,450
2024
$19,895 (+1.9%)
$1,503,761 + $679,910
$2,183,671
2023
$19,520 (+0.7%)
$1,474,276 + $241,244
$1,715,520
2022
$19,392 (+1.6%)
$1,445,369 + $236,514
$1,681,883
2021
$19,087 (+1.7%)
$1,417,029 + $231,877
$1,648,906
2020
$18,771 (+24.4%)
$1,389,245 + $227,331
$1,616,576
2019
$15,091 (+1.3%)
$1,375,000 + $225,000
$1,600,000
2018
$14,901
$1,010,680 + $252,668
$1,263,348
2017
$14,887 (+2.5%)
$971,435 + $242,857
$1,214,292
2016
$14,527 (+0.4%)
$971,435 + $242,857
$1,214,292
2015
$14,468 (+1.3%)
$952,388 + $238,096
$1,190,484
2014
$14,278 (+2.0%)
$919,708 + $229,927
$1,149,635
2012
$13,999 (+3.1%)
$915,552 + $228,888
$1,144,440
2011
$13,578 (+901.2%)
$897,600 + $224,400
$1,122,000
2010
$1,356 (+1.9%)
$880,000 + $220,000
$1,100,000
2009
$1,331 (+3.2%)
$41,328 + $36,495
$77,823
2008
$1,289
$40,615 + $35,865
$76,480
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.04 Acres
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
2,581
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
51036011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Apr 25, 2025 • Final
Revision
Revise the existing permit to include an extended demolition plan for damaged and poorly framed walls. Relocate the heating and air conditioning unit and perform minor changes to the lower-level bathroom.
Demolition
HVAC
Remodel
Apr 25, 2025 • Final
Construction
Remodel the interior of the building and convert existing space into living space. Construct a new addition, repair the foundation, and perform structural upgrades. Install a new heating and air conditioning system and replace the roof.
Addition
HVAC
Remodel
Roofing
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
Carport (Minimum): 2
Parking Description: Carport, Off-Street Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, 2+ Showers Over Tubs