Why Live in Islay
Islay, a residential suburb a few miles southeast of Downtown San Luis Obispo, is known for its laid-back atmosphere and highly rated schools within the San Luis Coastal Unified School District. Families in Islay benefit from Los Ranchos Elementary, Laguna Middle and San Luis Obispo High, all of which have high ratings. The neighborhood features Mediterranean-style single-family homes with stucco exteriors and concrete-tile roofs, built between the 1980s and early 2000s. Islay Park, a 5-acre space with playgrounds and courts for tennis, basketball and sand volleyball, serves as a community hub. The park connects to various walking and biking paths that lead to Marigold Shopping Center and Islay Hill Open Space Park, which offers family-friendly trails and panoramic views from Islay Hill Peak. EA French Park, just west of Islay, provides additional recreational facilities and hosts family events. Residents have convenient access to Marigold Shopping Center, which includes a Vons grocery store and local dining options like Shalimar and Kumi Ko. Downtown San Luis Obispo offers more eateries, shops and cultural attractions, such as the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art and the San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum. The nearby Edna Valley wineries are popular for their chardonnay, pinot noir and zinfandel. State Route 227 and San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport are both a mile west, facilitating commutes and travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Islay a good place to live?
Islay is a good place to live. Islay is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Islay has 1 park for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.8 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $180,377 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 63.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Islay are home owners, with 18.7% of residents renting and 81.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Islay can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Islay neighborhood guide.
Is Islay, CA a safe neighborhood?
Islay, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Islay?
The median home price in Islay is $1,233,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $246,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.3%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $6,110 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $262K a year to afford the median home price in Islay. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Islay is $180K.
What are the best public schools in Islay?
The best public schools that serve Islay are:
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Home Trends in Islay, CA
On average, homes in Islay, San Luis Obispo sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Islay, San Luis Obispo over the last 12 months is $1,249,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,249,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,539,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$699,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$614
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$1,233,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%