Why Live in Prefumo
Prefumo, a neighborhood in San Luis Obispo, features homes built from the 1970s to the early 2000s, with a mix of single-family ranch-style houses and condominiums. Single-family homes range from 2,000 to 3,500 square feet, often with three to five bedrooms and lots up to half an acre. Condos vary from 850 to over 1,300 square feet. Prefumo’s homes are predominantly owner-occupied, with wider streets compared to newer neighborhoods. The area is zoned for the highly rated San Luis Coastal Unified School District, including C.L. Smith Elementary, Laguna Middle, and San Luis Obispo High. Local features include Laguna Hills Park and the expansive Irish Hills Natural Reserve, offering over 8 miles of trails. Nearby Laguna Lake Park provides a lake for paddleboarding and kayaking, a disc golf course, playground, and dog park. Prefumo is conveniently located near shopping centers like Laguna Village, SLO Promenade, and Madonna Plaza, which host a variety of grocery stores, eateries, and retail shops. The neighborhood is bordered by Los Osos Valley Road, providing access to Highway 101 and the coast, with SLO Transit bus stops facilitating city commutes. The crime rate in Prefumo is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prefumo a good place to live?
Prefumo is a good place to live. Prefumo is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Prefumo is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Prefumo has 1 park for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.8 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $154,435 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 59.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Prefumo are home owners, with 27.1% of residents renting and 72.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Prefumo can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Prefumo neighborhood guide.
Is Prefumo, CA a safe neighborhood?
Prefumo, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Prefumo?
The median home price in Prefumo 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 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,660 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 Prefumo. The average household income in Prefumo is $154K.
What are the best public schools in Prefumo?
The best public schools that serve Prefumo are:
What are the best private schools in Prefumo?
The best private schools that serve Prefumo are:
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Are home prices dropping in Prefumo?
Yes, home prices in Prefumo are down 18% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Prefumo, CA
On average, homes in Prefumo, San Luis Obispo sell after 107 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Prefumo, San Luis Obispo over the last 12 months is $378,999, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$378,999
Median Single Family Sale Price
$299,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$226
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$319,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%