Why Live in Edna
Edna, an unincorporated community about 6 miles southeast of Downtown San Luis Obispo, is nestled in the Edna Valley wine region, known for its chardonnay, pinot noir, and Syrah. This area offers estates with acreage suitable for vineyards, avocado orchards, and livestock, while still being close to San Luis Obispo and the coast. The proximity to Pismo Beach and the San Luis Obispo Country Club adds to its appeal. Homes in Edna are sprawling custom estates, with construction dating from the late 1980s to the late 2010s, featuring amenities like outdoor swimming pools, horse stables, and private tennis courts. The housing inventory is low, with many properties sold privately. Local attractions include the San Luis Obispo Country Club, offering golf, swimming, tennis, and pickleball, and Islay Hill Park, which features tennis, basketball, and sand volleyball courts, as well as hiking trails. Edna Valley Vineyard and Claiborne and Churchill Winery are popular local wineries. For dining and shopping, residents can head to Downtown San Luis Obispo, home to eateries like Novo and Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica, and shops like Ambiance and Junkgirls. The area is zoned for the highly rated San Luis Coastal Unified School District, including Los Ranchos Elementary, Laguna Middle, and San Luis Obispo High. Edna is about 6 miles from French Hospital Medical Center and 3 miles from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, which offers flights to major western destinations. The community is safer than the national average, making it a desirable place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edna a good place to live?
Edna is a good place to live. Edna is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Edna 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 0.2 people per acre and a median age of 49. The average household income is $177,592 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 55.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Edna are home owners, with 22.7% of residents renting and 77.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Edna can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Edna neighborhood guide.
Is Edna, CA a safe neighborhood?
Edna, 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 Edna?
The median home price in Edna is $11,995,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $2,399,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $59,840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $3M a year to afford the median home price in Edna. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Edna is $178K.
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Home Trends in Edna, CA
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
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Median List Price
$11,995,000