San Luis Obispo (SLO) Real Estate
You may have heard of San Luis Obispo (SLO) and San Luis Obispo Real Estate because Oprah has touted the area and the local cuisine, or because it is the birthplace of Jamba Juice, or because of the area’s advancing wine industry. Locals in San Luis Obispo (SLO) appreciate the two-college town for its upbeat yet laid-back atmosphere, unlimited outdoor activities, and its family-friendly environment. Where else can you pick up provisions at the local farmers market in the morning, head to the beach for the afternoon, and take in an intimate dinner and show in the evening, all in less than 20 miles round-trip of San Luis Obispo. |
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In 1856 San Luis Obispo was a dusty mission town. Today it serves as the commercial, governmental, and cultural hub of San Luis Obispo County. San Luis Obispo Real Estate, in particular, has been a tremendous investment opportunity for many years. San Luis Obispo County provides a great quality of life, exceptional schools, spectacular weather, world renowned wineries, and a small town feel. San Luis Obispo, a city of about 45,000 people, is located in California eight miles from the Pacific Ocean, midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. San Luis Obispo city is nestled between the peaks of the Santa Lucia Mountains and is within 15 miles of beach front communities such as Morro Bay and Pismo Beach. San Luis Obispo climate is pleasant year round with summer temperatures rarely exceeding 90 degrees and it’s not uncommon to have winter days in the 70s. The ideal weather provides numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation at the nearby state parks, lakes, and wilderness areas.
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The city is centered around one of California's historic missions, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, which is one of the best-preserved examples of 18th century Spanish architecture. San Luis Obispo (SLO) has long been recognized as one of the best stopovers of the “one-tank trips” between | |
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Though the census currently reports roughly 45,000 residents, this two-college town has a much larger, more substantive feel. Rolling hillsides, breathtaking ocean views and untarnished beaches are all a part of the scenic landscape that makes the area the most diverse region in the state. One of the most popular attractions in the area is SLO's weekly farmers market which takes place on Higuera and adjoining streets downtown. Sample a bevy of unforgettable flavors, visit the local shops that extend their hours for the evening, and enjoy live entertainment as the sun goes down. This event is how the locals kick off each weekend of the year (except Thanksgiving) and it goes from 6-9 p.m.
San Luis Obispo Real Estate is about 20-30% more in price than Northern San Luis Obispo county, but it is a wonderful little college town. California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) with more than 18,000+ students, hosts one of the finest engineering and business schools in the Nation and is constantly getting top ratings by “US News and World Report”. In the 2008 edition of US News and World Report they ranked Cal Poly 4th in the Nation for Engineering Undergraduate schools and 10th in the Nation for Western Masters Programs. Students from all over seek admission to Cal Poly not only because of its excellent academic reputation, but also because the 6,000-acre main campus is nestled in the foothills of San Luis Obispo, just minutes from California's Central Coast beaches.
If you are looking for a vibrant college town, with the quaintness of an old mission community, all within minutes to Pismo Beach and the pacific ocean, then you may want to seriously consider San Luis Obispo Real Estate.
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“The quiet San Luis Obispo Coast….” |
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“Down on the farm in San Luis Obispo….” |
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“A Quiet Stretch of Beach….” |
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“The next great wine country…..” |
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“San Luis Obispo….top surf town…..” |
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San Luis Obispo’s Farmers Market |
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Cal Poly ranked 4th best undergraduate Engineering school US News and World Report ranking click here (PDF) |
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Cal Poly ranked on of the top Graduate Schools in the West |
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www.SanLuisObispo.com - San Luis Obispo Website |
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www.VisitSLO.com - San Luis Obispo Website |
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www.CalPoly.edu - California Polytechnic University |
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