A peaceful retreat in the unique Las Cumbres Community in Los Gatos Mountains. This charming 3BR, 2BA 2,150 sq ft home is situated on a mostly flat 1.5+ acre sunny lot surrounded by nature and miles of trails. The open floorplan includes a bright, expansive great room with vaulted ceilings, huge windows, MTB floors, and free-standing wood stove. The large eat-in kitchen has granite counters, breakfast bar with sink, stainless appliances, and a Viking range. Step outside to a private wood deck with forest views. Great for entertaining! The large primary suite includes a luxurious bathroom with double sinks, steam shower, large soaking tub, and skylight. The secondary bedrooms/bath are near the cozy family room and laundry/bonus room. Oversized 2 car gar. The Las Cumbres Community includes activities, a club house, gardens, pool, BBQ, BBall/tennis courts, playing field, playground, and its own Fire Station. Hi-Speed fiber internet coming soon! >30 min to Hwy's 85 & 280 via Hwy 9 or 17.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
1.61 acresLot Size
$783Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Alan Huwe•DRE #01706555• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Hauslley Silva•DRE #01794511• SV Milestone
Incredibly charming home in wonderful Las Cumbres community. Come enjoy peace & tranquility in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Breathe fresh air. Listen to the sounds of nature. Enjoy more than 1.5 acres of land. Lots of sunshine w/ mature fruit trees, chickens & raised planting beds for gardening. Large kitchen w/ granite countertops, 6 burner Viking stove & double oven. Open floor plan. Huge great room w/ vaulted ceilings, Anderson windows, wood burning stove & tons of natural light. Central forced air heat. High speed internet w/ plans for GbE fiber network as early as this year. Easy access to Skyline Blvd/Hwy 35. Approx 24 minutes to Los Gatos / 30 minutes to Cupertino / 45 minutes to Palo Alto. Brand new roof, gutters & downspouts. New interior paint. New flooring. New toilets. Located in the special community of Las Cumbres w/ 1,000+ acres of hiking trails, community center w/ BBQ & playing field, tennis courts, basketball, community pool, Cal Fire Station & lots of great neighbors.
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MLSListings #ML81121298
Apr 6, 2012
Sold
$790,000
$367/sq ft
Mar 10, 2012
Pending
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Aug 5, 2011
Price Changed
$789,900
$367/sq ft
Aug 5, 2011
Relisted
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Jul 20, 2011
Pending
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Jun 23, 2011
Price Changed
$799,000
$372/sq ft
May 13, 2011
Listed
$829,000
$386/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80154475
Nov 21, 2001
Sold
$680,000
$316/sq ft
Oct 18, 2001
Listing Removed
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Oct 4, 2001
Listed
$699,000
$325/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 17, 1992
Sold
$425,000
$198/sq ft
Public Records
May 25, 1988
Sold
$262,000
$122/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,027 (+1.9%)
$1,060,784 + $454,622
$1,515,406
2024
$16,705 (+2.5%)
$1,019,592 + $436,968
$1,456,560
2023
$16,305 (−0.8%)
$1,019,592 + $436,968
$1,456,560
2022
$16,436 (+47.5%)
$999,600 + $428,400
$1,428,000
2021
$11,143 (+0.9%)
$980,000 + $420,000
$1,400,000
2020
$11,045 (+3.8%)
$522,182 + $394,538
$916,720
2019
$10,636 (+1.6%)
$516,828 + $390,492
$907,320
2018
$10,471 (+0.5%)
$506,694 + $382,834
$889,528
2017
$10,419 (+5.2%)
$487,018 + $367,968
$854,986
2016
$9,908 (+1.9%)
$487,018 + $367,968
$854,986
2015
$9,727 (+1.9%)
$477,468 + $360,752
$838,220
2014
$9,550 (+0.7%)
$461,084 + $348,374
$809,458
2013
$9,487 (+44.4%)
$461,084 + $348,374
$809,458
2012
$6,569 (−9.0%)
$459,000 + $346,800
$805,800
2011
$7,218 (−19.4%)
$352,000 + $192,000
$544,000
2010
$8,953 (+3.6%)
$396,000 + $216,000
$612,000
2009
$8,641 (+3.5%)
$503,566 + $274,672
$778,238
2008
$8,345
$504,762 + $275,325
$780,087
Tax history for 18197 Knuth Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,027 (+1.9%)
$1,060,784 + $454,622
$1,515,406
2024
$16,705 (+2.5%)
$1,019,592 + $436,968
$1,456,560
2023
$16,305 (−0.8%)
$1,019,592 + $436,968
$1,456,560
2022
$16,436 (+47.5%)
$999,600 + $428,400
$1,428,000
2021
$11,143 (+0.9%)
$980,000 + $420,000
$1,400,000
2020
$11,045 (+3.8%)
$522,182 + $394,538
$916,720
2019
$10,636 (+1.6%)
$516,828 + $390,492
$907,320
2018
$10,471 (+0.5%)
$506,694 + $382,834
$889,528
2017
$10,419 (+5.2%)
$487,018 + $367,968
$854,986
2016
$9,908 (+1.9%)
$487,018 + $367,968
$854,986
2015
$9,727 (+1.9%)
$477,468 + $360,752
$838,220
2014
$9,550 (+0.7%)
$461,084 + $348,374
$809,458
2013
$9,487 (+44.4%)
$461,084 + $348,374
$809,458
2012
$6,569 (−9.0%)
$459,000 + $346,800
$805,800
2011
$7,218 (−19.4%)
$352,000 + $192,000
$544,000
2010
$8,953 (+3.6%)
$396,000 + $216,000
$612,000
2009
$8,641 (+3.5%)
$503,566 + $274,672
$778,238
2008
$8,345
$504,762 + $275,325
$780,087
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Double Oven, Built-In Gas Oven Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Information
Breakfast Bar, Eat-In Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room
Family Room Information
Separate Family Room
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Living Room, Wood Stove
Flooring Information
Laminate, Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room, Great Room, Laundry
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: 220V Outlet, Granite Countertop, Exhaust Fan, Island with Sink, Pantry
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Garage, Shed(s)
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community Facility, Fenced, In Ground
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 2,150
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas), Propane, Wood Stove
Utility Information
Gas: Propane On Site, Public Utilities
Telephone Services: DSL
Utilities: Propane, Public Utilities
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Barbecue Area, Basketball Court (Indoor Half), Club House, Community Pool, Game Court (Outdoor), Garden/Greenbelt/Trails, Organized Activities, Playground
Association Amenities (Additional): Tennis Court Facility
Association Fee: $740
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Insurance
Association Name: Los Cumbres Conservation Corporation
Has Association: Yes
School Information
Elementary School District: Lakeside Joint School District
High School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
Location Information
MLS Area: Los Gatos Mountains
Street Name: Knuth
Street Number: 18197
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,150
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 08823122
HOA Dues: $200/month
Garage: Yes
Features: Pool
Home facts updated by owner on May 27, 2025
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Lakeside Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
9/10
Los Gatos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
0 hot days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
17 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.60M – $1.94M
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