Idyllic single story ranch style home set on over an acre, the 4-bd, 3-ba beauty was taken down to studs & completely remodeled in 2017. Secluded yet 2 min to downtown LG, this Monte Sereno retreat is tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac. Oversized front door reveals a sunlit foyer w/ skylight. Enormous front room w/ soaring ceiling & sunny window seat. Voluminous great room blends living/dining, w/ hand-hewn beams, fireplace & sliding doors lead to a deck w/ pergola & expansive lawn. Outfitted in S/S appliances, eat-in kitchen w/ travertine island is joined by walk-in pantry w/ wine fridge. Featuring vaulted ceilings, walk-in-closet, & ensuite bath, primary suite opens to private deck w/ hot tub. Screened-in porch (209 SF) leads to storybook grounds w/ 2 detached versatile timber framed buildings w/ raised seam metal roofs (120 SF), chicken coop (113 SF), planter beds, & sprawling orchard. Equipped w/ water reclamation system, this private haven has a 3-car garage & storage room (120 SF)
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
1.02 acresLot Size
$1,881Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Colleen Marchbank•DRE #01053725• Compass
Contact: 408-218-7967
Bought with Frances Sun•DRE #02068799• Intero Real Estate Services
ENJOY THIS GORGEOUS BRICK, SINGLE LEVEL HOME SETTING ON 1.02 ACRES OF PRECIOUS REAL ESTATE LOCATED WITHIN MINUTES TO THE VILLAGE OF DOWNTOWN LOS GATOS. THIS GATED HOME IS APPROXIMATELY 2737 SQ. FT. AND HAS 4 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, 2 FIREPLACES, HARDWOOD FLOORING THROUGHOUT ENTIRE HOME (UNDER CARPET IN 2 BEDROOMS AS WELL) AND A LOVELY KITCHEN WITH CENTER ISLAND AND WHITE CABINETS. ENJOY VIEWS OF THE LANDSCAPE FROM EVERY WINDOW OF THE HOUSE. EXTENSIVE PAVER DRIVEWAY AND A LARGE BEAUTIFUL BRICK PATIO.
Public Records
Apr 1, 1970
Sold
$56,600
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$58,866 (+1.1%)
$4,329,728 + $865,945
$5,195,673
2024
$58,245 (+0.8%)
$4,244,832 + $848,966
$5,093,798
2023
$57,795 (+2.1%)
$4,161,600 + $832,320
$4,993,920
2022
$56,594 (+56.6%)
$4,080,000 + $816,000
$4,896,000
2021
$36,128 (+2.1%)
$4,000,000 + $800,000
$4,800,000
2020
$35,385 (+1.6%)
$2,220,647 + $796,453
$3,017,100
2019
$34,834 (+1.8%)
$2,197,877 + $788,287
$2,986,164
2018
$34,233 (+14.5%)
$2,154,782 + $772,831
$2,927,613
2017
$29,894 (−2.0%)
$2,071,110 + $390,472
$2,461,582
2016
$30,497 (+1,022.9%)
$2,071,110 + $390,472
$2,461,582
2015
$2,716 (+3.0%)
$2,030,500 + $507,625
$2,538,125
2014
$2,636 (+4.8%)
$68,017 + $98,930
$166,947
2012
$2,516 (+6.4%)
$67,710 + $98,483
$166,193
2011
$2,365 (+3.3%)
$66,383 + $96,552
$162,935
2010
$2,291 (+0.8%)
$65,082 + $94,659
$159,741
2009
$2,273 (+3.8%)
$64,596 + $93,952
$158,548
2008
$2,190
$63,481 + $92,330
$155,811
Tax history for 18531 Decatur Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$58,866 (+1.1%)
$4,329,728 + $865,945
$5,195,673
2024
$58,245 (+0.8%)
$4,244,832 + $848,966
$5,093,798
2023
$57,795 (+2.1%)
$4,161,600 + $832,320
$4,993,920
2022
$56,594 (+56.6%)
$4,080,000 + $816,000
$4,896,000
2021
$36,128 (+2.1%)
$4,000,000 + $800,000
$4,800,000
2020
$35,385 (+1.6%)
$2,220,647 + $796,453
$3,017,100
2019
$34,834 (+1.8%)
$2,197,877 + $788,287
$2,986,164
2018
$34,233 (+14.5%)
$2,154,782 + $772,831
$2,927,613
2017
$29,894 (−2.0%)
$2,071,110 + $390,472
$2,461,582
2016
$30,497 (+1,022.9%)
$2,071,110 + $390,472
$2,461,582
2015
$2,716 (+3.0%)
$2,030,500 + $507,625
$2,538,125
2014
$2,636 (+4.8%)
$68,017 + $98,930
$166,947
2012
$2,516 (+6.4%)
$67,710 + $98,483
$166,193
2011
$2,365 (+3.3%)
$66,383 + $96,552
$162,935
2010
$2,291 (+0.8%)
$65,082 + $94,659
$159,741
2009
$2,273 (+3.8%)
$64,596 + $93,952
$158,548
2008
$2,190
$63,481 + $92,330
$155,811
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.02 Acres
Year renovated
2017
Sq. Ft.
2,997
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
51009050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Revision
Revise the structural details for a roof.
Remodel
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Construction
Construct an addition to an existing house.
Addition
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): 3
Garage (Maximum): 3
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Drive Through, Other
Lot Description: Corners Marked, Flag Lot, Private/Secluded, Surveyed, Other (See Remarks)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1E-1
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Insulation (Floor), Insulation (Per Owner), Low Flow Toilet, Skylight(s), Thermostat Controller, Walls Insulated, Other (See Remarks)
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: Timber Framed
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Saratoga Union Elementary
High School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
Location Information
Directions: From Saratoga-Los Gatos Road turn onto Farragut Lane, then make an immediate left on to Decatur Road. Home is on the right side close to the end of the cul-de-sac.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,997
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 51009050
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
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Schools
Saratoga Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
Redwood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
9/10
Saratoga High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
10/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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9 days above 95° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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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
$5.36M – $6.48M
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