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  • Listed by: Christie's International Real Estate Sereno • Lindsey Harn • Contact: 805-476-0104
    Price cut: $80K (5/27)
    $1,395,000

    523 Branch St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

    5beds
    2,816sqft
    : 
    $8,698/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1910
    8,980 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $495/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    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.
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    Listed by:

    Lindsey Harn DRE #01868098 805-476-0104,

    Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SC26080122MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Kitchen, Living Room
      Heating
      • Central, Wall Furnace
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Laundry: See Remarks
      Features
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      • Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 2,816 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Paved, One Space, Uncovered
      • Uncovered spaces: 4
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Entry location: Front
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Neighborhood
      Lot
      • Size: 8,980 Square Feet
      • Features: Street Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 003749003
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1910

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Biking, Hiking, Park, Sidewalks
      • Subdivision: San Luis Obispo(380)
      Location
      • Region: San Luis Obispo

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $495/sqft
      • Date on market: 5/15/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 74 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $6,966/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/26/2026Listed for sale$1,395,000$495/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #SC26108142 Report a problem
        6/6/2026Contingent$1,395,000$495/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #SC26080122 Report a problem
        5/27/2026Price change$1,395,000-5.4%$495/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #SC26080122 Report a problem
        5/15/2026Listed for sale$1,475,000$524/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #SC26080122 Report a problem
        4/14/2015Listing removed$1,800$1/sqft
        Source: California-West, Inc. Report a problem
        4/3/2015Listed for rent$1,800+12.5%$1/sqft
        Source: California-West, Inc. Report a problem
        4/12/2013Listing removed$1,600$1/sqft
        Source: California-West, Inc. Report a problem
        4/1/2013Listed for rent$1,600$1/sqft
        Source: California-West, Inc. Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 93401

        Getting around

        82 / 100
        Very Walkable
        32 / 100
        Some Transit
        71 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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