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$2,208,552$1,298 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

42 CHESTER ST

LOS GATOS, CA 95032
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,701 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.2M
$2M low$2.4M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,959 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$432,531 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$112,066
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$320,465
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$424,051

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.39
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
31
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.33 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySANTA CLARA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Los Gatos High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Raymond J. Fisher Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Daves Avenue Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi

District: Los Gatos Union Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95032These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.503

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,418
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,697 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$184,175
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$262,673
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

42 Chester St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 74% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Los Gatos 95032
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Los Gatos 95032
  • Older than 89% of homes in Los Gatos 95032

What homes are worth in Los Gatos 95032

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$566K$5.8M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Los Gatos 95032.

How it measures up in Los Gatos 95032

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Los Gatos 95032.

Estimated value$2,208,552
CheaperTypical $2,550,728Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1298
CheaperTypical $1222Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,701 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,053 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 42 Chester St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLos Gatos 95032Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,208,55239% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$129861% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,701 ft²35% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac29% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than195111% of homes12% of homes

About 42 Chester St

How much is 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA is $2,208,552 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,009,323 to $2,407,781. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA last sell?

42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA?

42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,701 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA built?

42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA?

42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA is assigned to Los Gatos High School (high), rated A; Raymond J. Fisher Middle School (middle), rated A+; Daves Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Los Gatos Union Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA compare to other homes in Los Gatos 95032?

Among the 8,455 homes in Los Gatos 95032, it is worth more than 39% of them ($2,208,552 against a typical $2,550,728), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($1298 against a typical $1222), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,701 ft² against a typical 2,053 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1951 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Santa Clara County, it is worth more than 74% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Chester St, Los Gatos, CA was $5,959. The county assessed it at $432,531.

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