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18 discussions from residents and visitors

tucson_josiah

Couple moving to Los Gatos from out of state

First post here. I'm a 47-year-old data analyst and Median household income is $207,891, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 32,773, Los Gatos is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Los Gatos sits at 45.5 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $2,969 for rent...

1 replies 28 upvotes moving
tucson_josiah

Biggest downsides of living in Los Gatos?

So, I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $2,000,001, which is pretty steep. It's a a smaller city city with about 32,773 people. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting....

0 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Genesis Cooper

Housing market in Los Gatos right now

Hello, My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Has anyone dealt with this? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. T...

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Eva Patel

What's it really like living in Los Gatos?

Longtime lurker here, I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $207,891 in Los Gatos. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Does this ...

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Hannah Torres

What to expect moving to Los Gatos?

Been meaning to ask this. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a smaller city city with about 32,773 people. You can expect to pay around $2,969 for rent here. The median home value here is around $2,000,001, which is pretty steep. Property taxes are high but you g...

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Axel Adams

What I wish I knew before living in Los Gatos

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Homes are going for about $2,000,001 on average. You can expect to pay around $2,969 for rent here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Does this match your experience? The weather takes som...

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Evan Reed

Is Los Gatos still affordable?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We're a young couple and Median household income is $207,891, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $2,000,001, which is pretty steep. Downtown has improved a lot in ...

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Jackson Scott

Anyone regret moving to Los Gatos?

Random thought, Median household income is $207,891, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,969 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What are your go-to spots?

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Miles

Planning a move to Los Gatos -neighborhoods?

Been meaning to ask this. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $2,000,001, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $207,891, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,969 for rent here. Property taxes are high...

1 replies 20 upvotes moving
tucson_josiah

Unpopular opinion about Los Gatos

We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What do you all think? Any help is appreciated. The food scene here is ...

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Silas Anderson

Commute times in Los Gatos -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. You can expect to pay around $2,969 for rent here. Homes are going for about $2,000,001 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community i...

5 replies 24 upvotes jobs
Benjamin Miller

Best industries in Los Gatos right now

I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $2,000,001 on average. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great.

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Genesis Cooper

Is Los Gatos worth it salary-wise?

I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $2,969/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 32,773 people. The median home value here is around $2,000,001, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $207,891, which feels pretty solid for the area. People here are genuinely fr...

7 replies 30 upvotes jobs
Ezra Jimenez

How is Los Gatos for outdoor activities?

Alright, Poverty rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Los Gatos sits at 45.5 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Austin H.

Housing market in Los Gatos right now

OK so With a population of 32,773, Los Gatos is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $2,000,001, which is pretty steep. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by n...

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Henry Richardson

Affordable areas near Los Gatos?

Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a smaller city city with about 32,773 people. Poverty rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of...

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Henry Richardson

Honest thoughts on life in Los Gatos

Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $207,891, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $2,000,001, which is pretty steep. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honest...

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Genesis Cooper

Job market in Los Gatos for tech?

Been meaning to ask this. Just moved here 5 months ago and Household incomes average around $207,891 in Los Gatos. Homes are going for about $2,000,001 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Any advice would be great. The ...

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