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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
Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Median sale price
$1.1M
-1.5%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$988K
-6.7%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
242
+19%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
114
+30%
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
134
+23%
from
Q1 '26
New listings
173
+24%
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
18
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).
San Luis Obispo is currently tilted toward sellers, with the market gauge indicating a seller’s market and just 3 months of supply available. Homes are typically valued around $1.08 million in this rolling three-month view, while the average sale-to-list ratio sits just above 100%, signaling buyers are often paying very close to asking prices.
Looking at demand, pending sales are up about 9% year over year and homes sold have inched higher as well, even as active listings are down slightly from a year ago. This combination of stronger contract activity and fewer listings helps explain why about 42% of recent sales closed above the list price in the latest rolling period.
Pace is another sign of heat, as the median days on market has dropped sharply over the past year, landing at just 28 days in the most recent three-month window. With more new listings coming to market than a year ago but properties still moving relatively quickly, both buyers and sellers can benefit from guidance, and Agent Pronto can help them find a knowledgeable local agent to navigate these conditions.
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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“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
“April Hugh was fantastic. She is extremely knowledgeable and trustworthy. We greatly appreciated her thoroughness and strong communication throughout the entire home buying process. We highly recommend trusting April with finding your future home. Thank you so much April!”
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
“Carrie did a wonderful job no issues whatsoever during this purchase.”
Re/Max Gold
“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
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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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