22700 Old Santa Cruz Highway, Los Gatos, California 95033, Los Gatos, 95033 - 5 bed, 7 bath

22700 Old Santa Cruz Highway, Los Gatos, California 95033 home-pic-0

22700 Old Santa Cruz Highway

Los Gatos, California 95033

ACTIVE
CONDITION: FAIR
5Beds
7Baths
3,668Sq Ft
3,136,320Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$5,995,000

SUMMARY

Analysis of 22700 Old Santa Cruz Highway, Los Gatos, California 95033 is currently available with a list price of $5,995,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Los Gatos Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Fair
TeardownExcellent

Property is moderate renovation needed.

The main residence, built in 1920, underwent an extensive restoration in 2000, placing its last major renovation approximately 24 years ago. While the interior, including the kitchen and bathrooms, appears well-maintained and functional with updated appliances and finishes (like granite countertops and tiled floors), the style reflects a renovation from the early 2000s rather than a recent one. Some elements, such as certain light fixtures, show signs of being dated. The property is move-in ready, but consistent with its age and renovation history, it falls into the 'fair' category, suggesting it is aged but maintained, with major components functional but showing signs of being outdated in style.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • High Available Lot Utilization

    The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 3136320, living area = 3668.

  • Unparalleled Acreage & Natural Resources

    The property spans 72 pristine acres, featuring redwood forests, rolling meadows, natural water features (ponds, creeks, waterfalls), and a prolific spring-fed cistern, offering exceptional privacy and self-sufficiency.

  • Significant Income & Multi-Use Potential

    Includes multiple income-producing rental dwellings (cottages, treehouse, cabin), two RV sites, and 10 acres of arable land suitable for vineyards, providing diverse revenue streams or multi-generational living options.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • MLS Listing Discrepancy

    Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =3136320, other record lot size in square feet = 2526480.

  • Age-Related Maintenance & Upkeep

    As a property built in 1920, even with restoration, it may require significant ongoing maintenance and potential capital expenditures associated with older infrastructure and extensive grounds.

  • Substantial Operating Costs

    The sheer size of the estate (72 acres, multiple structures, extensive amenities) implies considerable annual expenses for property taxes, insurance, utilities, landscaping, and general upkeep.

About 22700 Old Santa Cruz Highway

Legendary Chateau Liberte' is a landmark property at the Summit of Old Santa Cruz Highway, presiding over seventy-two pristine acres of towering Redwood forests. Main residence is restored with milled Redwood from the property. The income producing multiple rental dwellings include two cottages, a magical treehouse, and a secluded Cavco cedar cabin home. There is a large swimming pool, ponds, creeks, waterfalls with an underground prolific spring fed cistern supplying water to all the houses, pool, and ponds. Multiple fruit and nut trees with ten acres or arable land for vineyards of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes. There is incredible horse property potential with manicured trails encompassing all 72 acres. The Williamson Act encompasses all parcels. Two RV sites with full utility hook-ups. 5,240 feet of security fencing with a security gate. Six-tenths of a mile private paved driveway. Your own private world awaits with rolling meadows, Koi and Turtles in the 360,000 gallon pond with it's own idyllic dock. Top Los Gatos Schools. APN# 558-04-045,16 acres, SCC Cert. of Compliance included, 3 parcels total. Helicopter landing area. Only eight miles to the charming Los Gatos village. Majestic property. Lifetime opportunity for the next steward of the legendary Chateau Liberte'.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Lot Size
3,136,320 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
5
Total Bathrooms
7 (7 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds5.03.0
86%
Baths7.03.0
97%
Square foot3,6682,037
83%
Lot Size3,136,32093,654
97%
Price$6.00M$1.25M
90%
Price per sq ft$1.6K$633
93%
Built year19201978
3%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market34198
3%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 1, 2026

$5,995,000

Initial Listing

Sold

Sep 30, 1996

$435,000

Public Record

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