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523 Branch Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

$1.40M5bd · 3ba · 2,816 sqft
Lot 8,980 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•149d on market•MLS# SC-26080122

Property Description

Positioned in the heart of San Luis Obispo’s sought-after Railroad District, this exceptional multi-unit property presents a rare investment opportunity just moments from Meadow Park, Hawthorne Park, and Downtown San Luis Obispo. Situated on a generous 8,980± square foot street-to-street lot, the property offers three tenant occupied residences with strong income potential currently producing $7,600/month ($91,200/year) in total rental income. The front residence at 523 Branch Street features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, highlighted by a welcoming covered front porch, mature shade trees, and a spacious front yard. Inside, the open-concept living area creates a comfortable flow, while the kitchen includes convenient in-unit laundry. Tucked behind the main home are two additional units, 520 South A & B, both built in 1989. Each unit offers an open-concept lower level with a pass-through kitchen window to the living room and direct access from the dining area to a private yard space. Upstairs, you'll find a generously sized bedroom, full bathroom, and versatile loft area ideal for a home office or additional living space. Off-street parking is available in front of the units. With its prime central location, large lot, and three-unit configuration, this property offers an outstanding opportunity for investors, owner-occupants, or those seeking rental income in one of San Luis Obispo’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1910

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1910
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
4
Garage Spaces
0
Heating
Wall Furnace, Central
Cooling
None
City
San Luis Obispo
Zip Code
93401
County
San Luis Obispo
Listed byChristie's International Real Estate Sereno, Lindsey Harn

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$7,053.88
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$1,116,000
Total Interest
$1,423,396
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$2,539,396
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Residential Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

523 Branch Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

San Luis Obispo · Single Family Residence

$1.40M
Residential Tier
Beds
5
Baths
3
Sqft
2,816
Lot
8,980 sqft
Year
1910
$/Sqft
$495
Pool: No✓
Spa: No✓

Listed 19.6% below the median closed sale of $1,735,000. Price per sqft ($495) is a 21% discount to closed comps ($627). Closed comps sold at 104% of list — strong seller's market.

Price Position

Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.

Price advantage
Subject listed at $1.40M· $495/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $1.74M
−$340K (−19.6%)
Active comps
vs active median $1.90M
−$504K (−26.5%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $674
−$179 (−26.6%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
335 San MiguelSan Luis Obispo1957543,04911,345$786$2.40M6080
4220 La PosadaSan Luis Obispo2004532,5906,183$733$1.90M10980
3315 BarrancaSan Luis Obispo1983443,11410,000$609$1.90M6776
1771 Singletree CourtSan Luis Obispo2003442,5296,000$514$1.30M1873
385 Squire CanyonSan Luis Obispo1999432,739135,472$728$2.00M9270
Total: 5 · Average4.43.62,804.233,800$674$1.90M69.2
Median2,739$1.90M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
491 Branch StreetSan Luis Obispo199009/09/2026642,7449,000$1.55M$1.57M$5721.012684
2006 ChorroSan Luis Obispo189007/29/2026432,6537,050$1.59M$1.95M$7351.234982
5838 Pebble Beach WaySan Luis Obispo198810/01/2026442,7209,583$1.80M$1.75M$6430.977880
981 Goldenrod LaneSan Luis Obispo199810/01/2026432,7456,237$1.78M$1.74M$6320.9713080
1816 SpoonerSan Luis Obispo200308/21/2026442,9638,595$1.65M$1.64M$5531.003479
Total: 5 · Average4.43.62,7658,093$1.73M$1.73M$627—63.4
Median2,744$1.74M$1.74M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

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Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.