Why Live in Los Berros
Los Berros, located 5 miles southeast of Arroyo Grande in California's Central Coast region, offers residents expansive views of the Santa Lucia Range and a rural atmosphere amidst vineyards and orchards. The area is known for its larger lot sizes, ranging from half-acre to 10-acre parcels, and homes built from the late 20th century through the early 2000s. Many properties feature California ranch-style and Mediterranean-influenced homes with stucco exteriors and clay tile roofs, often including guest houses and space for animals. Los Berros is part of the Lucia Mar Unified School District, with students attending the highly rated Paulding Middle and Nipomo High schools. Local attractions include three golf courses within 5 miles, such as Cypress Ridge Golf Course and Monarch Dunes Golf Club, and the expansive Nipomo Regional Park with facilities for various sports and an off-leash dog park. Residents can shop for groceries at JJ’s Market and Deli and enjoy local wines at Peacock Cellars Tasting Room & Farmstead and Laetitia Vineyard & Winery. The Village of Arroyo Grande, 5 miles north, offers historic shopping and dining, a weekly farmers' market, and seasonal events like the Harvest Festival. Despite the rural charm, Los Berros is conveniently close to U.S. Highway 101 and San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, 15 miles north, providing easy access to major cities. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a practical choice for those seeking both space and community amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Berros a good place to live?
Los Berros is a good place to live. Los Berros is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Los Berros is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It is sparse in population with 0.4 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $106,726 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 30.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Los Berros are home owners, with 31.1% of residents renting and 68.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Los Berros can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Los Berros neighborhood guide.
Is Los Berros, CA a safe neighborhood?
Los Berros, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Los Berros?
The median home price in Los Berros is $120,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $24,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $620 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $27K a year to afford the median home price in Los Berros. The average household income in Los Berros is $107K.
What are the best public schools in Los Berros?
The best public schools that serve Los Berros are:
- Nipomo High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Paulding Middle School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 19:1 and an average review score of 3.0.
- Mesa Middle School has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 18:1.
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Are home prices dropping in Los Berros?
Yes, home prices in Los Berros are down 71% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Los Berros, CA
On average, homes in Los Berros, Arroyo Grande sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Los Berros, Arroyo Grande over the last 12 months is $120,000, down 70% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$120,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$120,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$116
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$120,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-70%