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Los Gatos, California

Almond
Grove

Victorian and Craftsman homes on tree-lined streets in Los Gatos’ oldest neighborhood, a short walk from downtown.

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The neighborhood

Almond Grove Los Gatos homes for sale in a landmark setting.

Almond Grove is the oldest residential neighborhood in Los Gatos — one of the town’s formally designated historic districts — laid out in 1887 on land that was once an almond orchard. Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, Spanish and Tudor revival houses and English cottages sit on compact lots along streets named for the town’s founders, giving the district a genuine late-nineteenth-century streetscape.

Buyers are drawn to the neighborhood’s walkability: downtown Los Gatos, Santa Cruz Avenue, the farmers market and the Los Gatos Public Library are all reachable on foot. For sellers, the historic designation protects the character that supports the premium these homes command — and rewards a marketing plan that honors the architecture. Bachman Park and the Los Gatos Town Plaza add green space within the district.

Established1887 · the town’s first and largest subdivision
WalkableDowntown, farmers market and library on foot
CharacterVictorian, Craftsman and revival architecture

A sense of place

Historic, leafy and unmistakably Los Gatos.

Almond Grove feels like a village inside the town. Elevated front porches, wood siding, mature street trees and famously elaborate holiday decorating give each block a cared-for, storied rhythm. Most homes date from the late 1800s to the early 1900s and have been expanded over the decades while keeping their historic character — and the town’s preservation rules shape what owners can change.

ArchitectureVictorians, Craftsman bungalows, Spanish and Tudor revivals.
LandscapeMature street trees, compact gardens, porch-fronted lots.
Daily lifeWalking to downtown dining, shops and the Sunday market.

01 / Education

Schools near Almond Grove Los Gatos homes.

Public school placement is determined by Los Gatos-area districts and can change. Confirm the exact property address directly with the district before relying on an assignment.

Representative historic Almond Grove Los Gatos home with Victorian architecture
District resources

School resources for Almond Grove buyers.

Almond Grove is served by the Los Gatos Union School District for kindergarten through eighth grade, with high school students attending schools in the Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District. Boundaries and programs can change, so buyers should confirm the exact property address directly with the district.

Los Gatos Union School District

K-8 district resources and enrollment

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Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District

High school district resources

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Los Gatos High School

Town high school campus · 20 High School Court

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02 / Parks

Pocket parks and town greens close by.

Bachman Park and the Los Gatos Town Plaza give the district its everyday green space, with larger county parks a short drive away.

Tree-lined street with historic homes near Bachman Park in Almond Grove, Los Gatos
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Bachman Park

Neighborhood park · 500 Bachman Avenue

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Los Gatos Town Plaza

Town green and farmers market site · Main Street at N. Santa Cruz Avenue

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Vasona Lake County Park

152-acre lake park · 333 Blossom Hill Road

County park
Facilities and access conditions can change. Review the official Town of Los Gatos resources before visiting.

Nearby outdoors

Hiking & Trails

Stroll the district’s tree-lined streets to the Town Plaza, then join the Los Gatos Creek Trail for longer walks and rides through Vasona Lake County Park.

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Los Gatos Creek Trail

Paved multi-use trail through Vasona Lake County Park toward Campbell and San Jose.

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Oak Meadow Park

Playgrounds, picnic areas and the Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad · 233 Blossom Hill Road.

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Belgatos Park

Hiking, biking and equestrian trails with valley views · 330 Belgatos Road.

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Trail conditions, seasonal closures and access rules can change. Check the linked official resources before heading out.

03 / Local life

Amenities near Almond Grove Los Gatos homes.

Downtown Los Gatos is the neighborhood’s front porch: Santa Cruz Avenue, Main Street and University Avenue hold restaurants, cafés, boutiques and the Sunday farmers market.

Representative historic Almond Grove Los Gatos Victorian home with front porch
Victorian streetscapes
Representative Craftsman bungalow in Almond Grove, Los Gatos with mature landscaping
Craftsman character
Dining

Steps from the table

Santa Cruz Avenue and Main Street offer everything from casual cafés to special-occasion dining, all within walking distance of the district. The Sunday farmers market at the Town Plaza brings more than 40 local growers and food producers downtown each week.

Farmers market
Shopping

Boutiques and everyday errands

Downtown boutiques, galleries and bookshops line the avenue, while Los Gatos Boulevard a short drive away covers groceries and daily services. Old Town’s courtyards add another layer of local retail.

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Culture

Library, theater and town events

The Los Gatos Public Library on Villa Avenue, the CineLux Los Gatos Theatre and year-round town events — from summer concerts to the December parade — keep the calendar full within a few blocks of home.

Town site

04 / Getting around

Getting around Almond Grove.

Typical drive times from Almond Grove to the parks, trails, schools and everyday destinations nearby. Times are approximate and vary with traffic.

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Downtown Los Gatos (Santa Cruz Ave)

5 min walk by car

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Los Gatos Town Plaza & Farmers Market

5 min walk by car

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Netflix HQ

8 min drive by car

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Vasona Lake County Park

10 min drive by car

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Los Gatos Creek Trail

8 min drive by car

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Oak Meadow Park

8 min drive by car

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San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)

18 min drive by car

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Market snapshot

Home values in Almond Grove.

A quick read on what homes cost in Almond Grove — approximate figures to help buyers and sellers frame the conversation.

Median household income$217,554

Citywide approx. · U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates

Median home price$2.7M

Citywide approx. · Zillow Home Value Index

High-end price point$6.75M

Recent top-tier closed sale, Los Gatos area

Figures are approximate as of Sept 2026. Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS), Zillow/Redfin market data.

05 / Real estate

Buying and selling in Almond Grove.

Local guidance for Almond Grove buyers and sellers — pricing, presentation and timing, grounded in the specific property.

Buying a home in Almond Grove.

Almond Grove’s historic homes reward a careful, property-by-property read. Compare original detail, additions and condition, understand the historic district’s review rules before planning changes, and weigh how each street connects to downtown, Bachman Park and the Town Plaza.

School placement and property specifics should be verified for the exact address. Local guidance can help you evaluate comparable sales and understand what the historic designation means for the way you’ll live in — and improve — the home.

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Selling your Almond Grove home.

Selling in Almond Grove starts with the architecture. A marketing plan should bring the home’s period detail, thoughtful updates and streetscape into focus, and address the historic review process plainly so qualified buyers arrive informed rather than surprised.

Thoughtful preparation begins with the specific home, its setting and relevant comparable sales. From pricing and presentation to launch strategy, the goal is to connect the property with buyers who value what makes Almond Grove irreplaceable.

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06 / Questions

Almond Grove Los Gatos: frequently asked questions.

Answers to the questions Almond Grove buyers and sellers ask most.

What makes Almond Grove a historic district?

Almond Grove is one of five areas the Town of Los Gatos formally designates as a historic district. The designation recognizes the neighborhood’s 1887 origins and its concentration of Victorian, Craftsman and revival-era homes, and it guides exterior changes through a town review process.

For guidance on this and other Almond Grove questions, call (650) 274-1134 or email Simon.

Can I remodel or expand an Almond Grove home?

Often yes, but exterior changes in the historic district go through the town’s preservation review. Buyers planning significant work should understand the guidelines before committing, and sellers benefit from addressing them early in the listing process.

For guidance on this and other Almond Grove questions, call (650) 274-1134 or email Simon.

How walkable is Almond Grove?

Exceptionally. Downtown Los Gatos, Santa Cruz Avenue restaurants and shops, the Sunday farmers market, the Town Plaza and the public library are all within a short walk of most of the district.

For guidance on this and other Almond Grove questions, call (650) 274-1134 or email Simon.

Which public school district serves Almond Grove?

Almond Grove is served by the Los Gatos Union School District for K-8 and the Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District. Attendance boundaries can change, so buyers should confirm the exact property address directly with the district.

For guidance on this and other Almond Grove questions, call (650) 274-1134 or email Simon.

What should sellers highlight in Almond Grove?

Period architecture, preserved detail, thoughtful updates, the walk-to-downtown setting and the protected character of the district itself. Clear, well-presented information about the historic review process also reassures qualified buyers.

For guidance on this and other Almond Grove questions, call (650) 274-1134 or email Simon.

Keep exploring

Explore more Los Gatos neighborhoods.

Continue through the Los Gatos neighborhood guide — twelve areas, each with its own schools, parks and local character.

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Local guidance

Explore Almond Grove with Simon Sahi.

For a property-specific view of Almond Grove homes, historic district guidelines, school placement and walk-to-downtown edges, begin with the exact address and a thoughtful local conversation.

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