Rare combination of location, charm and views!! Set just above historic downtown Los Gatos in one of town's most sought-after neighborhoods. This single-story classic Los Gatos home sits beautifully on a 24,084 square foot lot that allows for substantial addition possibilities. The home has been carefully restored to retain its vintage charm but fully modern function with high end finishes. Expansive fenced back yard has several gathering areas, all with stunning vistas. Recently remodeled culinary kitchen with custom wood cabinetry, honed marble slab counter tops with designer back splash and top of the line new appliances. Large and inviting living room with beautiful views of downtown Los Gatos. Other features include new Rift cut white oak hardwood floors, natural wood beamed ceiling treatments, and large formal dining room. Just seconds away to Testarossa Winery, regional hiking and biking trails, and great shopping, dining and entertainment options.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.55 acresLot Size
$2,041Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Donald Knight•DRE #01028567• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Robin Sedgwick•DRE #02038180• Coldwell Banker Realty
Contact: 408-313-2191
Bought with Kathleen Yazalina•DRE #01018458• Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
For comp purposes only. Charming mostly original home. Some views, walk to town.
Public Records
Mar 8, 2019
Sold
$2,500,000
$1,214/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,253 (+3.7%)
$2,648,436 + $548,921
$3,197,357
2024
$35,913 (+1.7%)
$2,596,506 + $538,158
$3,134,664
2023
$35,312 (+0.7%)
$2,545,595 + $527,606
$3,073,201
2022
$35,079 (+13.4%)
$2,495,682 + $517,261
$3,012,943
2021
$30,935 (+1.8%)
$2,215,719 + $360,698
$2,576,417
2020
$30,399 (+1,089.8%)
$2,215,719 + $360,698
$2,576,417
2019
$2,555 (+22.6%)
$2,193,000 + $357,000
$2,550,000
2018
$2,083 (+4.2%)
$54,855 + $65,847
$120,702
2017
$1,999 (+4.7%)
$52,726 + $63,291
$116,017
2016
$1,908 (+2.7%)
$52,726 + $63,291
$116,017
2015
$1,858 (+3.2%)
$51,693 + $62,050
$113,743
2014
$1,801 (+5.5%)
$49,920 + $59,921
$109,841
2012
$1,706 (+3.6%)
$49,695 + $59,651
$109,346
2011
$1,647 (+1.1%)
$48,721 + $58,482
$107,203
2010
$1,629 (+2.9%)
$47,766 + $57,336
$105,102
2009
$1,584 (+3.5%)
$47,410 + $56,908
$104,318
2008
$1,531
$46,592 + $55,926
$102,518
Tax history for 79 Reservoir Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,253 (+3.7%)
$2,648,436 + $548,921
$3,197,357
2024
$35,913 (+1.7%)
$2,596,506 + $538,158
$3,134,664
2023
$35,312 (+0.7%)
$2,545,595 + $527,606
$3,073,201
2022
$35,079 (+13.4%)
$2,495,682 + $517,261
$3,012,943
2021
$30,935 (+1.8%)
$2,215,719 + $360,698
$2,576,417
2020
$30,399 (+1,089.8%)
$2,215,719 + $360,698
$2,576,417
2019
$2,555 (+22.6%)
$2,193,000 + $357,000
$2,550,000
2018
$2,083 (+4.2%)
$54,855 + $65,847
$120,702
2017
$1,999 (+4.7%)
$52,726 + $63,291
$116,017
2016
$1,908 (+2.7%)
$52,726 + $63,291
$116,017
2015
$1,858 (+3.2%)
$51,693 + $62,050
$113,743
2014
$1,801 (+5.5%)
$49,920 + $59,921
$109,841
2012
$1,706 (+3.6%)
$49,695 + $59,651
$109,346
2011
$1,647 (+1.1%)
$48,721 + $58,482
$107,203
2010
$1,629 (+2.9%)
$47,766 + $57,336
$105,102
2009
$1,584 (+3.5%)
$47,410 + $56,908
$104,318
2008
$1,531
$46,592 + $55,926
$102,518
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
2019
Sq. Ft.
2,060
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
52933057
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Aug 28, 2025 • Final
Residential - sewer line
Plumbing
Oct 31, 2012 • Final
Residential - reroof
Tear off the existing composition shingles and replace them with new composition shingles.
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
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Detached, Off-Street Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Room Information
Basement (Unfinished), Bonus/Hobby Room, Workshop
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop (Marble), Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range (Gas)
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: In Living Room
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Wood
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,060
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 620179
Land Information
Tract Name: Custom
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.5529
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
Zoning: R1:20
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer Connected
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: Los Gatos Union Elementary
Middle School: Raymond J. Fisher Middle
High School: Los Gatos High
High School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,060
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 52933057
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Louise Van Meter Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Raymond J. Fisher Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Los Gatos High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 93° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.2 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.2 hrs
4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$4.00M – $4.84M
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