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Small community centered around the Mission San Miguel
San Miguel vibes more like a small town than a neighborhood, set 10 miles north of Paso Robles on U.S. 101, just west of the Salinas River and surrounded by farms and wineries. “We have a lavender field rolling into vineyards—across the way, our neighbors have an olive farm—and in the distance, there are hills dotted with oak trees,” says Gina Hambly, owner of Hambly Lavender Farm. “It’s 360-degree views here. You can see almost as far as your eye can go.” San Miguel was named for the Spanish Mission founded here in 1797, and local land has been farmed ever since; however, the community's main residential development began during World War II, to serve soldiers training about 5 miles north at Camp Roberts. Today, San Miguel has a post office, library and a few casual restaurants, but for more services, shopping and dining, locals head to downtown Paso Robles. The town has its own municipal services, including water, electricity and a fire department; the latter is an especially valuable resource, considering the high risk of fire both in and around the community. In recent years, new residents have begun to set down roots here, drawn to both the beautiful landscape and low housing costs compared to area urban centers.
San Miguel Paso Robles a place full of color and textures.
San Miguel Library is a place to learn in San Miguel Paso Robles.
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Midcentury ranch-style homes and 21st-century bungalows
Most of the single-family homes here are set fairly close together along grid-planned streets on either side of the train tracks. San Miguel has its own municipal services department, which supplies homes with water and wastewater services, similar to an established town or city. Ranch-style and minimal traditional homes were built between 1900 and 1960, often on larger parcels. Homes built in the 2000s are set around the community's northern and southern edges, usually Craftsman-style houses with vinyl siding and overhanging roofs, or Spanish Revival-style bungalows with terra cotta details and barrel-tile roofs. There's also a sparse development on the other side of the Salinas River, sometimes referred to as San Lawrence Terrace, that houses more ranch-style homes and bungalows in similar styles, mostly built in the 1980s and '90s. Lushly landscaped with grassy lawns or tall pine and oak trees, most properties in San Miguel have three bedrooms and range from $300,000 to $650,000.
Homes with large yards are often found in San Miguel Paso Robles.
Beautifully landscaped homes are found through out San Miguel Paso Robles.
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Mexican restaurants like Dos Hermanos and other local eateries
Though much of San Miguel's commercial development comes in the form of industrial centers, including the E&J Gallo Countryside winemaking facility and smaller flour mills, there’s also a smattering of locally owned casual eateries on the west side of the train tracks. Local staples include Mexican restaurant Dos Hermanos, which has a newly painted red-orange exterior, and Manny’s Pizza, set in a distinctive saloon-style storefront. Elkhorn Bar is one of only a few nightlife options in the area; founded in 1853, the saloon-style bar is one of the oldest in the state. Groceries and other necessities can be found at San Miguel Market & Deli or the local Dollar General. The community is surrounded by wineries and commercial farms set atop rolling hills; at Hambly Lavender Farm, visitors can pick their own bouquets in summer and shop year-round for handmade lavender products. More retail and dining options can be found 10 miles south in Paso Robles.
Grab a Mexican dish at Taco Mafia in San Miguel Paso Robles.
Four Sisters Winery is a beautiful place to relax San Miguel Paso Robles.
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Future Farmers of America at Paso Robles High School
Lillian Larsen Elementary earns a C rating from Niche and serves kindergarten through Grade 8; the school's Parent Teacher Team, or PTT, organizes Family Fun Nights with games and pizza. At the A-minus-rated Paso Robles High, located 11 miles south, students can write articles about politics, pop culture and sports for the Crimson Newsmagazine, or join the Future Farmers of America program, an after-school club promoting agricultural leadership and education.
Paso Robles High is where students go for learning in San Miguel Paso Robles.
Local students attend Paso Robles High nean San Miguel Paso Robles, Ca.
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San Miguel Park, next to the community pool and library
On the community's west side, San Miguel Park has a few playgrounds of different sizes for kids of various ages, as well as a softball field and picnic tables. Next door to the park is the community pool and the San Miguel Library. At San Miguel’s south end, the Mission San Miguel was established in 1797 by Spanish colonists; its historic architecture attracts both tourists and locals looking for a scenic place to stroll. “There’s a lot of people that use it for photography,” says Karlie Montgomery, broker and Realtor with Luxton Real Estate. “It’s a great place for family photos.” The Mission also hosts daily mass services and Saturday Vigils. Though San Miguel includes the Salinas River, the waterway dries up throughout much of the year due to low rainfall and increased agricultural usage.
Art, Wine and Music Fest at Four Sisters Ranch
San Miguel sits within the San Miguel AVA, or American Viticultural Area, whose wineries are set along the 12-mile Pleasant Valley Wine Trail. Area wineries have tasting rooms and host winemaker dinners and seasonal events throughout the year. For example, Four Sisters Ranch, a winery set about 6 miles east, hosts an annual Spring Art, Wine and Music Fest in May, with a curated art show and sale; in the afternoon there's live music, and in the evening, attendees can enjoy extended winetasting hours.
Connecting to surrounding towns on the 101
San Miguel is bordered west by U.S. Route 101, which connects locals with surrounding towns, including the main retail destination of Paso Robles,10 miles south. Train tracks bisect the community north-south, mostly used for freight shipments. Railroad noise may impact those living near the center strip, though there is a buffer between the tracks and most residences. Mission Street is the main throughway in town and has a bus stop where locals can catch the Regional Transit Authority’s Route 9 bus down to Paso Robles, or 38 miles south to San Luis Obispo. The Monterey-Salinas Transit’s Route 84 bus also stops in town before heading 43 miles north to King City. Since San Miguel is so compact, residents can easily get around on foot or use the bike lanes on Mission Street. The nearest hospital, Adventist Health Twin Cities, is 15 miles away. Nearby airports include San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, 42 miles south and Fresno Yosemite International Airport, 127 miles northeast.
Served by the San Miguel Fire Department since 1988
Much of San Miguel is in a high fire hazard severity zone due to low water levels and a generally high heat index. Homes within this zone are subject to special requirements, including that windows be dual-pane, constructed of glass block and have a fire-resistance rating of 20 minutes or more. The risk of forest fires is slightly higher on the east side; the last fire in close proximity was in 1981, by the Saint Lawrence Terrace area. The San Miguel Fire Department, established in 1988, has 80 full-time employees, responding to calls both within residential communities and in the surrounding regions. In the summer, when the heat is at its worst, locals are advised to minimize time outside to mitigate the risk of heat stroke and related medical conditions. While there are environmental safety concerns, the risk of crime is low; San Miguel gets a CAP Index Crime Score of 3, compared to a national score of 4.
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Parks in this Area
San Miguel Community Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
San Miguel
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in San Miguel, Paso Robles sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in San Miguel, Paso Robles over the last 12 months is $563,766, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,392
Median Age
30
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,243
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,579
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
67%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1%
% Population in Labor Force
65.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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