Why Live in Meadow Park
Meadow Park in San Luis Obispo is a well-established neighborhood just a mile south of downtown. The 14-acre Meadow Park is a central feature, offering a play area, sports courts, a baseball field, and a community garden. Trails lead to the South Hills Open Space and Vulture Peak, providing scenic views. Homes range from mid-20th-century bungalows to more modern styles from the 1980s and 1990s, offering diverse architectural options. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Hawthorne Elementary, Laguna Middle, and San Luis Obispo High.
Residents have easy access to shopping and dining, with Ralphs, Sprouts Farmers Market, and retailers like Kohl’s nearby. Dining options include Woodstock Pizza and Old Slo BBQ Co., while downtown San Luis Obispo features boutiques and popular stores. The Downtown SLO Farmers Market is a weekly event with live music and local food vendors. Nearby cultural attractions include the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, the San Luis Obispo Children's Museum, and the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, along with the historic Fremont Theater.
Meadow Park is conveniently located near major roads, with State Route 227 to the east and Highway 101 about a mile west. Public transportation is available via San Luis Obispo Transit bus stops on Higuera Road. The San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, roughly 2 miles south, offers direct flights to major cities. For healthcare, Dignity Health’s French Hospital Medical Center is less than 2 miles northeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meadow Park a good place to live?
Meadow Park is a good place to live. Meadow Park is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Meadow Park has 1 park for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.6 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $149,475 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 56.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Meadow Park are home owners, with 44.3% of residents renting and 55.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Meadow Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Meadow Park neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Meadow Park?
The median home price in Meadow Park is $749,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $150,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $164K a year to afford the median home price in Meadow Park. The average household income in Meadow Park is $149K.
What are the best public schools in Meadow Park?
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Home Trends in Meadow Park, CA
On average, homes in Meadow Park, San Luis Obispo sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Meadow Park, San Luis Obispo over the last 12 months is $975,000, up 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$975,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,105,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$649,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$687
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$749,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
28%