Why Live in Madonna
Madonna, a suburban neighborhood in San Luis Obispo, is situated 3 miles from downtown and offers a range of conveniences along the southwest shores of Laguna Lake. The area features water recreation opportunities, including kayaking and paddleboarding, with Laguna Lake Park providing a 2-mile hiking loop, dog park, playground, disc golf course, and sand volleyball court. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Laguna Lake Municipal Golf Course, while hikers and bikers have access to nearly 10 miles of trails at the 720-acre Irish Hills Natural Reserve. The neighborhood's Laguna Village Shopping Center includes Grocery Outlet, CVS, Nautical Bean, and Sushiya, with additional retailers like Costco, Target, and Whole Foods Market located nearby. Homes in Madonna, primarily traditional ranch-style with attached garages, were built from the 1960s to the 1980s, with many undergoing renovations and some adding ADUs. The area also features late 20th-century condominiums and newer units. The San Luis Coastal Unified School District serves the neighborhood, with highly rated schools such as C.L Smith Elementary, Laguna Middle, and San Luis Obispo High. Residents can enjoy local events like the Central Coast Renaissance Festival and the Downtown SLO Farmers Market, as well as cultural attractions like the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art and the Fremont Theater. The neighborhood is bordered by Los Osos Valley Road and Madonna Road, with easy access to Highway 101 and public transit options. Dignity Health’s French Hospital Medical Center is 4 miles away, and the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 5 miles southeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Madonna a good place to live?
Madonna is a good place to live. Madonna is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Madonna has 1 park for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 12.5 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $128,909 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 52% of residents. A majority of residents in Madonna are home owners, with 46.1% of residents renting and 53.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Madonna can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Madonna neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Madonna?
The median home price in Madonna is $319,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,650 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $71K a year to afford the median home price in Madonna. The average household income in Madonna is $129K.
What are the best public schools in Madonna?
The best public schools that serve Madonna are:
What are the best private schools in Madonna?
The best private schools that serve Madonna are:
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Are home prices dropping in Madonna?
Yes, home prices in Madonna are down 42% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Madonna, CA
On average, homes in Madonna, San Luis Obispo sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Madonna, San Luis Obispo over the last 12 months is $319,900, down 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$319,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$319,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$158
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$319,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-26%