157 Central Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030 - Photo 1

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$3,400,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
2,460 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage
Updated 8 days ago

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Property Description

Welcome to a truly magical home in the heart of Los Gatos, where custom shingle-style architecture meets modern luxury, offering spectacular canyon, hill, and city views. This stunning 2,460-square-foot residence features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, with a spacious, light-filled, open-concept floor plan. The chef's kitchen is a dream with custom cherrywood cabinets, granite countertops, a gas cooktop, and an island with a breakfast bar. It flows into the living and dining areas, which are highlighted by soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and two fireplaces. The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a private balcony, walk-in closet, and a spa-like bathroom with a jetted tub. A convenient bedroom and full bath on the first floor, a bonus room, and an upper-floor laundry area add to the home's functional design. Enjoy comfort and efficiency with central heating and AC, double-pane windows, motorized skylights, and an owned solar power system with Tesla battery backups. The oversized two-car garage provides extra storage and an outdoor hot tub offers a perfect place to unwind while enjoying the peaceful canyon views. Located in the acclaimed Los Gatos School District, this home is just minutes from downtown shops, dining, parks, trails and major freeways.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 157 Central Ave

General

Sold For: $3,400,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: RE_Infolink
MLS ID: ML82029556
Added to Site: 30 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Den / Study / Office, Storage, Formal Entry, Laundry Room
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet, Vaulted Ceiling , Built-in Vacuum, High Ceiling , Skylight
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room
Flooring: Slate, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Features: 1 Shower over Tub, Double Sinks, Stall Shower, Split Bath, Tile, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub with Jets

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedroom Features: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-In Closet, Ground-Floor Bedroom

Other Rooms

Family Room: Separate Family Room
Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Island with Sink, Gas Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Self-Cleaning Oven, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Electric Oven
Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), Upper Floor, Washer / Dryer

Additional Information

Pool Description: Spa / Hot Tub
Extras: Not Applicable

Parking

Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached Garage, On Street

Location

Area: Los Gatos/Monte Sereno
County: Santa Clara
Cross Streets: Main St.

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central AC
Heating Type: Central Air (Gas/Forced Air)

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Water: Public
Telecomm.: Intercom
Utility Description: Public Utilities

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Craftsman, Traditional
Construction: Detached
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition
Square Feet: 2,460
Year Built: 1997

Lot Features

Property View: Greenbelt, Hills, Ridge, Valley, City Lights
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1722
Minimum Lot Size: 7500
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,500
Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Fenced, Balcony / Patio, Drought-Tolerant Plants, Low Maintenance, Deck
Zoning: HR110
Lot Description: Views, Hillside
Fencing (Description): Fenced Back, Mixed Height / Type, Wood, Other

Green Features

Energy Efficient: Double-Pane Windows, Skylight, Solar Power, Solar Power (With Battery Backup), Tankless Water Heater, Thermostat Controller

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Schools

Schools serving 157 Central Ave

School Districts:Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union School District, Los Gatos Union Elementary School District, Loma Prieta Joint Union Elementary School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Louise Van Meter Elementary School 16445 Los Gatos Boulevard, Los Gatos, CA 95032	K-5	1.3 mi
Loma Prieta Elementary School 23800 Summit Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033	K-5	6.4 mi
Raymond J. Fisher Middle School 19195 Fisher Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95032	6-8	1.5 mi
C. T. English Middle School 23800 Summit Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033	6-8	6.4 mi
Los Gatos High School 20 High School Court, Los Gatos, CA 95030	9-12	0.5 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 157 Central Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/07/2026

Sold

$3,400,000

-4.23%

MLS

12/16/2025

Listed

$3,550,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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157 Central Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030 (MLS# ML82029556) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,400,000 on January 07, 2026. This property was sold by Tim O'Halloran from our Los Gatos Office.Want to learn more about 157 Central Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Los Gatos Mountains? You can browse all Los Gatos Mountains real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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