$1,010,679Average Value$330Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
Walkability to Downtown SLO
Just a mile south of San Luis Obispo's downtown core, Higuera is within walking and biking distance of an array of locally owned shops and restaurants, and popular local events. This proximity makes the neighborhood highly desirable to potential buyers. “Anything that’s close to downtown is on a premium,” says area resident Steve Murphy, a sales associate at Century 21 Hometown Realty. Higuera's proximity to several parks and greenspaces also makes it desirable among residents of all ages, as does its proximity to both Highway 1 and Highway 101, which run concurrently with one another here and provide convenient commutes to major California hubs, including popular coastal destinations like Pismo Beach and Avila Beach about 10 miles southwest and Los Angeles 200 miles southeast.
Higuera is a great place to walk your dog and bike around the neighborhood.
Higuera residents can take the short ride down to the center of San Luis Obispo to shop.
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Multi-unit properties and older homes with upgrades
Higuera is mostly made up of single-story ranch-style and bungalow homes from the early 20th century, though buyers can also find two-story builds. Because of the age of the neighborhood, many of the homes have been recently renovated. "This is where a lot of investors like to buy because we have a lot of mixed-use, R-2 lots here that allow you to have two separate residences on the property," says area resident Kate Hendrickson, a Realtor with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. "Because there's been a lot of investment in the area, a lot of people have done improvements on some of the older homes that have been kind of neglected. So it’s a really mixed bag with housing here: You can be next door to a small, 1930s two-bedroom that hasn’t had any upgrades, or next to a really updated, multi-unit home." Renovated homes here tend to cost between $1 million and $1.5 million depending on floor plan and yard size, while fixer uppers can be found for anywhere from $625,000 to $825,000.
It is a joy to see how many of the older homes in Higuera have be lovingly restored.
Many of the homes in Higuera are landscaped with succulent plants.
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Locally owned eateries and coffee shops within the neighborhood, with plenty of shopping and dining
For a bit to eat within the neighborhood, residents can stop into High Street Market and Deli, a local staple for sandwiches, or Ascendo Coffee for baked goods, espresso drinks and teas. Popular downtown restaurants include Novo, a trendy, upscale spot with a deck overlooking San Luis Obispo Creek. Downtown is also home to locally owned clothing boutiques like French Quarter and Passport, and national chain retailers like Anthropologie, Pottery Barn and Urban Outfitters. The Madonna Plaza Shopping Center, set a mile southwest, includes Sprout’s Farmers Market and a Ralph's grocery store, as well as Kohl’s and big-box retail chains like Ross Dress for Less.
Higuera residents line up outside for lunch at High Street Market and Deli.
Grab a hot coffee or delicious danish at Nautical Bean in Higuera for your morning commute.
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Close to downtown events and museums
Every Thursday evening throughout the year, residents can head to the Downtown SLO Farmers Market to shop for local produce and prepared foods while enjoying some live music. Every Friday evening during the summer, downtown’s Mission Plaza hosts Music in the Plaza, the Central Coast's largest free concert series. Downtown's array of museums includes the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, which showcases work by regional artists, and the San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, where the exhibits are both interactive and educational.
Learning in the top-rated school district in the county
Higuera is zoned for the San Luis Coastal Unified School District, which Niche rates an overall A and names the best school district in San Luis Obispo County. Students here can start at the B-plus-rated Hawthorne Elementary, then continue to the A-rated Laguna Middle. At San Luis Obispo High, which also receives an A, students can enroll in career courses in fields that range from building and construction to fashion and interior design.
A large fence sign at Hawthorne Elementary School greets Meadow Park students.
A stone sign outside San Luis Obispo High School greets Meadow Park students.
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Within walking distance of popular local parks
Higuera residents are within walking distance of several popular area parks. The 14-acre Meadow Park is just south, while the 3-acre Emerson Park is just a few blocks north; each park has a playground and a basketball court. Meadow Park also has a baseball field, a sand volleyball court, and tennis and pickleball courts, while Emerson Park also has a community garden and a fitness area. About a mile west of the neighborhood on the other side of Highway 1 and Highway 101, Laguna Lake Park offers a 2-mile hiking loop that connects to a network of additional trails through Cerro San Luis. The park also has a playground for kids, a sand volleyball court and popular disc golf course. Parkgoers can spend the day cooking out with friends and family at the barbeque area or bring their four-legged friends to play at the off-leash dog park. On the east bank of the small Laguna Lake, the park is also an ideal spot for paddleboarders and kayakers to launch from.
Higuera pickleball enthusiasts gear up to play their favorite pastime at Meadow Park.
A jogger passes by Higuera children as they play at the nearby Meadow Park.
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Transportation
Higuera is bordered west by Highway 101 and Highway 1. SLO Transit bus stops line streets throughout the neighborhood, providing residents with an easy commute to stops throughout the city, though bike lanes and sidewalks make it easy for those in Higuera to head downtown without a car or a bus. Dignity Health’s French Hospital Medical Center is about a mile and a half northeast. San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is a few miles south, with nonstop flights to major cities throughout the western U.S.
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Transit
Airport
San Luis County Regional
10 min drive
Bus
Higuera & South (S)
Bus
South & Meadow Park
Bus
South & King (W)
Bus
South & Parker (W)
Higuera Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Higuera, San Luis Obispo sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Higuera, San Luis Obispo over the last 12 months is $520,000, up 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
400sqft model with loft, 1 bedroom 1full bath, farmhouse kitchen sink, room for storage shed.200 sq ft loft w two closets,Built in cabinets & Large mirrored closet in bedroom,Vaulted ceiling,AC unit,Forced air heater,Farmhouse sink,Washer/dryer,Stove/microwave,Large fenced in yard,Large covered porch,3 parking spots,Corner lot next to creek &
This charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom home is more than just a great investment—it's a golden opportunity. Set ona generous R2 lot just minutes from downtown San Luis Obispo, the property offers prime potential for expansion, whether you're considering an ADU, lot split, orsimply adding more space to increase rental income. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully updated to blend modern
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3 BR, 1Bath Home, will be ready by June 15, 2025Please call or text with any questions, Close to all that San Luis Obispo has to offer.$3600.00 per month, with 1 year lease. Just reduced!Background check will be required from successful applicants, $3600.00 deposit. 1 year lease required. Pet deposit also, if you have a pet. Small dog only, no
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,189
Median Age
34
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,084
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,811
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
52.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20%
% Population in Labor Force
79.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
23''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
74/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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