Gorgeous historic home with 3 Bd / 2 Ba main home plus attached 1 Bd / 1 Ba guest unit. Perched on the highly coveted Buchon Street in the Old Town Historic District, the “Nob Hill” of San Luis Obispo - Oprah's "happiest city in North America.” 779 Buchon is #126 on the Master Historical list "The Trousdale Home" and within 2 blocks to everything that Downtown SLO has to offer.
Rare 8,000 SF downtown lot with spacious yard and ample parking with 2 driveways - one on Buchon St and one on Garden St, with room for multiple cars and RV / boat. This remarkable home offers versatility and spaciousness, with multiple living areas, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, office options, plus an attached 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with separate entrance from the front porch. The home exudes architectural charm with its historic detail and finishes, soaring ceilings, natural light, and stunning mountain views of the iconic Cerro San Luis.
The Trousdale Home is an example of transitional building patterns between the end of the Victorian era and beginning of the Classical Revival period. Early occupants were railroad employees H.S. Trousdale (1904), John Mathlers (1912), SLO pioneer businessman and banker J.P. Andrews (1914).
Step inside to discover a blend of historical charm & modern amenities including fully-owned solar. The original 5-bedroom home had 2 bedrooms on the main level, which have been opened up to create larger living spaces & open floorplan. Cozy up by the wood burning fireplace in the living room, and enjoy views from the front windows. The kitchen features a large butcher block breakfast bar, double oven, gas stove, stainless steel appliances, and flows into the living room, dining room, and backyard for seamless entertaining.
The 1,350 sq. ft partially finished basement offers a perfect space for creating your private wine cellar, home gym, workshop, or more.
Don't miss your chance with this remarkable property combining historical charm with convenient amenities, just 2 blocks from beloved downtown San Luis Obispo. Schedule your viewing today and experience the best of the SLO life!
**Floorplans & dimensions are approximate. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyers to verify all information.
Sold for $1,735,000
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Listed by: Compass California, Inc.-PB • Jessica Padilla • Contact: 805-779-7800
Bought with: Keller Williams Realty Central Coast
$1,735,000
779 Buchon St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
4beds
2,649sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1898
8,004 Square Feet Lot
$1,773,000 Zestimate®
$655/sqft
$6,377 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,773,000
$1.61M - $1.95M
$6,377/mo
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Listed by:
Jessica Padilla DRE #02130559 805-769-8779,
Compass California, Inc.-PB,
Ellie Washington DRE #02079797 805-225-4011,
Compass
Bought with:
Hal Sweasey, DRE #01111911
Keller Williams Realty Central Coast
Jordan Knauer, DRE #02041698
Keller Williams Realty Central Coast
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PI25023926
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Storage, Tile Counters
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,649 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Site, Private, RV Access/Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Parking
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground, Heated, Private
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Landmark, Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 8,004 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Landscaped, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Attached, Storage
- Parcel number: 003536003
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1898
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts For Spa, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Park, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: San Luis Obispo(380)
Location
- Region: San Luis Obispo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $655/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $218,280
- Annual tax amount: $2,329
- Date on market: 2/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Hot Tub, Storage Shed. Basement Freezer
- Exclusions: Fridge, Washer, Dryer
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/2025 | Sold | $1,735,000-3.6%$655/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PI25023926 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2025 | Pending sale | $1,800,000$680/sqft |
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| 3/8/2025 | Contingent | $1,800,000$680/sqft |
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| 2/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000$680/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,329 +1.8% | $218,280 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,288 +1.9% | $214,001 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,245 +6.8% | $209,806 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,103 +1.7% | $205,693 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,068 +1.1% | $201,661 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,046 +1.1% | $199,594 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,023 +2.1% | $195,681 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,982 +2.1% | $191,845 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,942 +2.1% | $188,085 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,902 | $184,398 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,902 +10.7% | $181,629 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,718 | $178,072 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $173,793 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $170,387 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $169,114 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $169,517 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $166,194 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $162,936 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $159,742 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $156,611 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $153,541 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $150,728 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $147,773 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $144,876 |
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Neighborhood: 93401
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hawthorne Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Laguna Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 10/10San Luis Obispo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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