Why Live in Oak Shores
Oak Shores in Paso Robles is a lakeside community centered around Lake Nacimiento, known for its unique shape and water recreation opportunities. Residents enjoy activities such as kayaking, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and water skiing on the lake's slalom course. The lake is the only one in California stocked with white bass, and fishing enthusiasts can also catch bluegill, crappie, and catfish. The neighborhood features a private clubhouse with two outdoor swimming pools, a playground, a basketball court, and an 18-hole miniature golf course. Local amenities include Oak Hill Market, Rock’N’Robles Grill & Pizza Kitchen, and Lake Life Cafe, all located about 13 miles away. Community events like movie nights, live music, potlucks, and game nights are regularly held at the clubhouse. For education, Paso Robles High offers a variety of career courses and is highly rated. The area is accessible via County Route G14, connecting residents to Paso Robles and Highway 101, with San Luis Obispo less than 50 miles south. Homes in Oak Shores range from small rustic cabins to large luxury builds, many with lake views or lakefront access. The community has a mix of renovated older homes and modern constructions, catering to both weekend visitors and full-time residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Shores a good place to live?
Oak Shores is a good place to live. Oak Shores is considered very car-dependent. Oak Shores is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It is sparse in population with 0.3 people per acre and a median age of 56. The average household income is $108,775 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 17.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Oak Shores are home owners, with 16.8% of residents renting and 83.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oak Shores can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oak Shores neighborhood guide.
Is Oak Shores, CA a safe neighborhood?
Oak Shores, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oak Shores?
The median home price in Oak Shores is $594,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $118,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,900 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $124K a year to afford the median home price in Oak Shores. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Oak Shores is $109K.
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Home Trends in Oak Shores, CA
On average, homes in Oak Shores, Paso Robles sell after 92 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Shores, Paso Robles over the last 12 months is $575,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$575,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$575,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$378
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median List Price
$594,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%