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San Luis Obispo real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the San Luis Obispo real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Median sale price
$1M
-7%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$970K
-9.1%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
252
+22%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
137
+57%
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
146
+34%
from
Q1 '26
New listings
156
+11%
from
Q1 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for San Luis Obispo
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for San Luis Obispo
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for San Luis Obispo
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for San Luis Obispo
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for San Luis Obispo
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for San Luis Obispo
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
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Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).
San Luis Obispo is currently tilted toward sellers, with the market gauge signaling a seller’s market. A tight months-of-supply reading near 2.2 in this rolling three-month view indicates that inventory is being absorbed relatively quickly, even as 252 active listings give buyers some options.
Prices in this period show a mix of stability and mild pressure, with a typical home value around $1.01 million, up a few percent from a year earlier. At the same time, the median list price has edged down slightly year over year, suggesting some sellers are pricing more carefully to meet buyers where they are.
Demand indicators point to solid activity, as homes sold are up strongly from a year ago and pending sales have also risen at a double-digit pace in this rolling three‑month window. With roughly 37% of homes selling above list price and the average sale-to-list ratio just over 100%, serious buyers still need to move decisively, and sellers can often achieve prices close to or above asking. Median days on market have lengthened substantially compared with last year, giving buyers a bit more breathing room even in a seller-leaning environment. Both buyers and sellers in San Luis Obispo can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local agent who understands these shifting dynamics.
Learn more about what San Luis Obispo has to offer.
San Luis Obispo offers residents a vibrant, walkable community with historic charm, abundant outdoor recreation, a thriving local economy, and a lively arts and culture scene.
San Luis Obispo offers a rare balance of small-city ease and strong amenities, set halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco along the Central Coast. Residents enjoy a compact downtown, respected schools, and quick access to beaches, wine country, and outdoor recreation.
Daily life here is centered around a walkable core with independent shops, local dining, and the popular Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market. Cultural anchors include the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art and performances at the historic Fremont Theater. Families value the presence of Cal Poly along with SLO High and nearby elementary schools, plus resources like the San Luis Obispo Library.
Outdoor access is a major draw. Residents hike Bishop Peak before work, bike the city’s extensive path network, or reach Avila and Pismo beaches in under 20 minutes. Neighborhoods range from historic homes near Railroad District to more suburban-style pockets like Laguna Lake and nearby communities such as Los Osos and Morro Bay.
Housing options include in-town condos, mid-century homes, and newer developments on the city’s edges. With a competitive market and varied micro-neighborhoods like Edna and Tank Farm, local insight is crucial to understanding pricing, commute patterns, and future growth. Agent Pronto connects you with a knowledgeable San Luis Obispo real estate professional who can navigate these details and help both buyers and sellers move forward with less stress.
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“April is a true professional in every sense of the word. Her work ethic, communication skills, knowledge, expertise and care are second to none. If you are looking for the very best, look no further!”
Century 21 Hometown Realty
“Everything was quick and professionally done in such a quick and efficiently done. I was beyond impressed and satisfied with his service.”
Century 21 Masters
“From the very first meeting with Kyle, I felt very comfortable with his profesionalism...not only in how he handled himself, but also taking into consideration his knowledge of the real estate business. Kyle was not pushy nor was he forcefully opinionated. Kyle did not "play games" as he presented the realities of the property I wanted to sell, and he gave me a very good idea of value and expectations up front...no attempts to dissuade me over to his possible personal likings or personal opinions. Kyle mostly listened, and then quickly gave me legitimate and honest feedback on each item. Kyle was easy to contact throughout the sale process, which made everything seem easier than it might have been had Kyle not ben my agent.”
Coldwell Banker Premier Real Estate
“I cannot recommend Pam enough! She recently helped my family sell my late mother's house. Not only was she highly professional, knowledgeable, and efficient, but she also showed us so much compassion during a very emotional time. She took the stress out of the process and truly went above and beyond for us. Thank you, Pam!”
Century 21 Hometown Realty
“Paul's knowledge and professionalism made the process of selling our house very easy. He was there when we had questions and helped us throughout the sale. We highly recommend Paul and Carrie.”
RE/MAX Gold
“Jack Hernandez was fantastic to work with throughout our home buying process. He was always responsive and communicative, keeping us informed at every step. His knowledge of the local market and ability to clearly explain things made the process much less stressful. He’s also very personable and genuinely empathetic, which made us feel supported the whole time. Overall, we had a great experience and would highly recommend him.”
LPT Realty
“At our first meeting Gautam had an accurate understanding of my neighborhood and it's surroundings. After walking through the house and the yards he gave a clear assessment of our home's value and the reasons why. He also had an idea of what types of buyers would likely show interest, and how to market our home to them. He had an excellent advertising package in mind. One day after being on the market we received a full-price offer. It fell through, but in line were two more full-price offers. The second potential buyer became the buyer. There were three issues with the property that arose and he handled them all. That was especially helpful as we were already out-of-state. The house sold without further issues. Gotham was easy to work with, and his expertise gave me confidence that things would be well-handled. I recommend Gautam highly, and would recommend him to family and friends.”
Universal Realty Services, Inc.
“My experience with Mr Wili was great, his support was always professional and I recommend him 100%”
Allison James Estates & Homes
“I contacted Agent Pronto and Heidi Parkins responded to my call within 5 minutes. She was nothing but helpful, caring and just all around wonderful. She knows what has to be done and does it. I'm recently widowed and Heidi was an angel sent to me. I couldn't have done any of this without her. She is the best and will always have a place in my life. She is a go getter, very professional and very ambitious and will make things happen for you. I can't say how much I appreciate and love her. She was with me every step of the process from selling to purchasing, and is still there helping me even after the purchase of my house. Heidi Parkins is top-notch in her field. I'd recommend Heidi for any of your real estate needs. Thank you, Heidi, for everything you've done to help me. You are truly the best!”
CHAMPION Real Estate
“Looking for an agent with integrity, market knowledge and top notch service? Joe is your guy! Joe helped us buy our Riverside property in 2011 and sell it in 2016. Both transactions brough great value to us. Thank you. Pleasure doing business with you!”
McDermott Realty Group
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