West Los Gatos Homes for Rent

West Los Gatos in Monte Sereno offers a walkable village lifestyle with highly rated schools and scenic hiking trails through the Santa Cruz Mountains. The neighborhood is known for its strong sense of community, hosting events like the Wine Walk and Music in the Park. Silicon Valley tech executives are drawn to the area, with Netflix headquartered nearby and convenient access to Highways 17 and 85. The “Old Town” area along Santa Cruz Avenue features a mix of local shops and national brands, with dining options like the Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company, The Bywater, and Forbes Mill Steakhouse. The Los Gatos Farmers Market and various grocery stores provide ample shopping opportunities. The annual Los Gatos Children’s Christmas Holidays Parade and other year-round events add to the community spirit. Housing styles include early 20th-century Craftsman and Queen Anne bungalows near downtown, and Spanish Colonials and modern Craftsman-inspired homes further west. The neighborhood has a lower crime risk compared to the national average. Schools such as Daves Avenue Elementary, Raymond J. Fisher Middle, and Los Gatos High are highly rated, with the high school offering numerous clubs and sports. Outdoor activities are abundant with Vasona Lake County Park, El Sereno Open Space Preserve, and St. Joseph’s Hill Open Space Preserve nearby. The private La Rinconada Country Club and CineLux Los Gatos Theatre provide additional recreational options. Highway 85 and Highway 17 facilitate travel, though summer beach traffic can cause congestion. The Valley Transportation Authority bus and bike-friendly streets enhance local mobility. The Good Samaritan Hospital is 3 miles away, and the San José Mineta International Airport is 12 miles away. Homes south of Saratoga-Los Gatos Road are in a wildland-urban interface, requiring residents to have emergency plans for wildfire risks.