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Kennedy North, Los Gatos, CA

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Ranked 10th /14 in Los Gatos, CA

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $3.75M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $219k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    5%

At a glance

Kennedy North is ranked #10 of 14 neighborhoods in Los Gatos with an overall score of 4.0/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.5/5, 8th of 14 in Los Gatos) and curb appeal (4.0/5), at a median home price of $3.75M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $219,000. The trade-off is nearby merchants (3.0/5), with prices running about 21% above the Los Gatos median.

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Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Walk-to-park convenience, Established suburban character, Foothill vistas

Tucked along the gentle lower foothills east of Vasona Lake, Kennedy North is a mature residential pocket of Los Gatos with leafy, winding lanes and a varied mix of 1960s ranch houses and updated custom builds on comfortable lots. Terrain rises slightly toward the south and east, giving many backyards a filtered view of the surrounding oak-dotted hills while still keeping sidewalks mostly level and walkable. Within the boundary sit two well-regarded public campuses, Blossom Hill Elementary and Fisher Middle, plus neighborhood green space at Blossom Hill Park with tennis courts, open fields, and play structures. The western edge touches Oak Meadow Park and Vasona Lake County Park, offering quick access to lakeside trails, picnic sites, and summer concerts. Retail is limited inside the neighborhood, but downtown Los Gatos cafés and the supermarket corridor along Los Gatos Boulevard are just a short drive or bike ride away. Residents prize a quiet, established feel, strong school walkability, and ready access to some of the region’s best recreation. Highway 17 noise can be noticeable on the far west side, and peak school traffic backs up near campus driveways, yet overall the area appeals to buyers seeking classic suburban living with trailheads and town amenities close at hand.

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Neighborhood Amenities

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    Near good merchants

    3.0

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    Public Spaces

    4

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    4

Overall Amenities score: 3.8

Neighborhood Weather

80%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 80% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Kennedy North ranks 10th of 13 for sunshine in Los Gatos, though it still out-suns roughly three quarters of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is August, averaging 84° highs, and it gets about 23 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
85°65°45°25°JFMAMJJASONDAug 84°
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Rank in Los Gatos
10th of 13
Across the Bay Area
74th percentile
Rain per year
23 in
Warmest month
Aug 84° avg high
Summer day
54° → 83°F
Winter day
40° → 60°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Fammatre Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.6/5
Farnham Charter PrimaryK-5
4/5
Sartorette Charter PrimaryK-5
3.4/5
Loma Prieta Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.2/5
Blossom Hill Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Louise Van Meter Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.3/5
Price Charter Middle Middle6-8
3.9/5
C. T. English Middle Middle6-8
4.3/5
Raymond J. Fisher Middle Middle6-8
4.5/5
Los Gatos High High9-12
4.8/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

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Is Kennedy North a good place to live?

Kennedy North ranks 10th of 14 neighborhoods in Los Gatos with an overall Houseberry score of 4.0 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.5/5) and curb appeal (4.0/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (3.0/5) and a median home price of $3.75M against the Los Gatos median of $3.09M.

Is Kennedy North safe?

Kennedy North, Los Gatos scores 3.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 10th of 14 neighborhoods in Los Gatos.

What do homes in Kennedy North cost?

The median home price in Kennedy North, Los Gatos is $3.75M, compared with $3.09M for Los Gatos as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $219,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Kennedy North rising or falling?

The median home price in Kennedy North, Los Gatos is up about 10.7% over the past 12 months, from $3.38M to $3.75M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Kennedy North?

Schools serving Kennedy North, Los Gatos include Fammatre Elementary (3.6/5), Farnham Charter (4.0/5), Sartorette Charter (3.4/5), Loma Prieta Elementary (4.2/5) and Blossom Hill Elementary (5.0/5). 5 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in Kennedy North?

Kennedy North, Los Gatos receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 10th of 13 in Los Gatos. Summer days run 54° to 83°F and winter days 40° to 60°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 23 inches a year.

Is Kennedy North walkable to shops and restaurants?

Kennedy North, Los Gatos scores 3.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.8 out of 5, 5th of 14 in Los Gatos.

What is Kennedy North known for?

Kennedy North, Los Gatos is associated with Walk-to-park convenience, Established suburban character and Foothill vistas. Its highest-scoring factors are schools (4.5/5) and curb appeal (4.0/5).

How does Kennedy North compare to other Los Gatos neighborhoods?

Kennedy North ranks 10th of 14 neighborhoods in Los Gatos. It ranks 8th of 14 in Los Gatos for schools (4.5/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (3.0/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Los Gatos are Coronet Dr and Glen Una.

What are the downsides of living in Kennedy North?

Kennedy North, Los Gatos scores lowest on nearby merchants (3.0/5). Its median home price of $3.75M runs about 21% above the Los Gatos median of $3.09M.

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Top Neighborhoods in Los Gatos, CA

1st
Neighborhood Iamge
Coronet Dr, Los Gatos, CA
Overall Score : 4.6
Coronet Dr is a compact, level pocket of mid-1960s ranch homes arranged in a tid... See Full Page
2nd
Neighborhood Iamge
Glen Una, Los Gatos, CA
Overall Score : 4.3
Glen Una spreads across wooded foothills above Los Gatos, with custom homes tuck... See Full Page
3rd
Neighborhood Iamge
Noddin, Los Gatos, CA
Overall Score : 4.2
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