19730 Black Rd, Los Gatos, CA, 95033
About This Home
Welcome to your paradise on a serene private road w/tranquil lake views across the street! Just minutes to downtown Los Gatos, this enchanting 4-bedroom, 2-bath retreat offers spacious & comfortable living surrounded by towering redwoods & lush forest. Located across from beautiful Howell Reservoir, the setting feels like a year-round vacation escape! The flexible layout features two bedrooms upstairs and two downstairs, ideal for guests or multi-generational living. The kitchen is equipped w/gorgeous countertops, electric range, refrigerator, dishwasher, exhaust fan, and 220V outlet. Tile and wood laminate flooring blend style and durability throughout, while natural light fills the home, including a skylite stall shower. Enjoy modern comforts like central A/C, forced air heating, indoor laundry with washer/dryer, a spacious deck for relaxing or entertaining, and a backup generator for peace of mind. Covered two-car carport provides convenience. Tucked beside water company parcels to added privacy, this cozy and endearing home is a true hidden gem. Whether youre seeking a peaceful full-time residence, weekend getaway, or a sought-after Airbnb retreat, this property offers the perfect blend of nature, charm, convenience, value, & opportunity. Top rated schools, close to parks.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1992
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Electric Oven/Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: Inside
Bathroom
- Features: Skylight, StallShower, Tile, FullonGroundFloor
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: BreakfastBar, DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family Room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Features
- One Or More Skylights
- Flooring: Laminate,Tile,Wood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,016
- Total interior livable area: 2,016 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, ExhaustFan
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grip-Accessible Features
Details
- Parcel number: 54424007
- Zoning: HS
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio,Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Forest/Woods,Greenbelt,Lake,Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Lot size: 8,380 sqft
- Features: Gentle Sloping,Hillside,Grade Varies
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Covered,No Garage,Parking Restrictions
- Covered spaces: 2
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Landslide
- Wildfire
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Clara County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,315 | $75,780 |
| Home Insurance * | $443 | $5,316 |
| Property Taxes | $1,211 | $14,532 |
| Electricity | $432 | $5,187 |
| Total | $8,401 | $100,812 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-09 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000 |
| 2020-06-23 | Sold | $1,049,000 |
| 2020-06-04 | Pending sale | $1,049,888 |
| 2020-05-22 | Listed for sale | $1,049,888 |
| 2020-02-28 | Sold | $950,000 |
| 2019-11-07 | Listing removed | $1,100,000 |
| 2019-08-21 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2018-11-03 | Listing removed | $1,300,000 |
| 2018-09-03 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000 |
| 2015-10-14 | Listing removed | $1,099,000 |
| 2015-09-22 | Price change | $1,099,000 |
| 2015-06-14 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000 |
| 2003-12-24 | Sold | $510,000 |
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