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$2,472,188$1,269 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $770,000 on Jun 18, 2004

540 UNIVERSITY AVE

LOS GATOS, CA 95032
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,948 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.
4,150 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.5M
$2.3M low$2.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$770,000 · Jun 18, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,776 (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.$1,116,655 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$797,617
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$319,038
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,094,761

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
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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 · 0.6 mi
M
Raymond J. Fisher Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Daves Avenue Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 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

540 University Ave 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 79% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Santa Clara County
  • Newer than 78% 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
$576K$6M

This home is worth more than 47% 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$2,472,188
CheaperTypical $2,557,956Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1269
CheaperTypical $1223Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,948 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,050 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size4,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 540 University Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLos Gatos 95032Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,472,18847% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$126956% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,948 ft²45% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,150 ft²26% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than198078% of homes69% of homes

About 540 University Ave

How much is 540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA is $2,472,188 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,292,764 to $2,651,612. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA last sell?

540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA last sold on Jun 18, 2004 for $770,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA?

540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,948 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA built?

540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA?

540 University Ave, 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 540 University Ave, 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 47% of them ($2,472,188 against a typical $2,557,956), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($1269 against a typical $1223), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,948 ft² against a typical 2,050 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (4,150 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1980 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Santa Clara County, it is worth more than 79% 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 540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA was $13,776. The county assessed it at $1,116,655.

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