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Meadow Park

Meadow Park

Neighborhood in San Luis Obispo, California

San Luis Obispo County 93401

$956,801 Average Value
$675 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Suburban living within walking distance of Downtown SLO

Just a mile south of Downtown San Luis Obispo, Meadow Park is a well-established neighborhood anchored by its namesake, Meadow Park. “It’s really desirable because not only do we have access to this beautiful park, but it’s also walking distance to downtown,” says Meadow Park resident Kellye Grayson, a Realtor at Avenue Central Coast Realty. "I really love living here and being able to see the activity in the park. It's very lively with people walking their dogs and kids riding bikes. It makes you feel good about the designation and setting aside of land for common use when you see that people really do take advantage of it.”

A jogger takes her morning run with her furry friend at Meadow Park.
A jogger takes her morning run with her furry friend at Meadow Park.
Meadow Park residents can find everything that they would need or enjoy in downtown SLO.
Meadow Park residents can find everything that they would need or enjoy in downtown SLO.
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Sports facilities and hiking at the neighborhood’s namesake Meadow Park

14-acre Meadow Park has a large play area for kids, as well a baseball field and courts for tennis and pickleball, basketball and sand volleyball. Park-goers can tend a plot at the community garden or follow the trail from the trailhead that leads to the South Hills Open Space at the base of the park for a short hike to Vulture Peak. “It isn’t super high, it’s about an hour up and back, but when you get to the top you have a 360-degree view of San Luis Obispo," Grayson says.

Take the short hike up Vulture Peak to get a spectacular view of Meadow Park and SLO.
Take the short hike up Vulture Peak to get a spectacular view of Meadow Park and SLO.
The basketball court in Meadow Park doubles as a pickleball court for residents.
The basketball court in Meadow Park doubles as a pickleball court for residents.
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An established housing scene

Most residences date back to the mid-20th century, though construction continued through the later part of the century. "There's a whole section of sweet little bungalow homes that are older, and right up against the park are houses built in the 1980s and 1990s that are a little bit more modern,” Grayson says. “In both cases, it doesn’t have the feeling of a development. Some people really like the idea of a development, and some people really don’t want to live in one. Meadow Park has more of an authentic feeling.” Modest single-family homes start around $800,000 dollars, while those with more square footage and plenty of modern upgrades can go for closer to $1.5 million. Buyers can find condominiums built in the ‘80s with roughly 1,000 to 1,200 square feet ranging from $600,000 to over $700,000.

Pueblo inspired bungalows are a featured house style for many Meadow Park residents.
Pueblo inspired bungalows are a featured house style for many Meadow Park residents.
Meadow Park offers a variety of building styles of homes for new owners to choose from.
Meadow Park offers a variety of building styles of homes for new owners to choose from.
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Local shops, eateries and big-name retailers downtown

Meadow Park residents can pick up groceries at Ralphs or Sprouts Farmers Market just west of Highway 101. Retail options like Kohl’s, Nordstrom Rack and Ross Dress for Less are also located there, as well as chain restaurants like Buffalo Wild Wings and Chipotle Mexican Grill. Locals can also choose from an array of locally owned eateries, coffee shops, and retailers just north of Meadow Park in Downtown San Luis Obispo, all within walking distance. Woodstock Pizza is a hot spot for craft brews and late-night slices, while Old Slo BBQ Co. serves Santa Maria-style meats, and is especially popular for their tri-tip. Boutiques like French Quarter specialize in women’s clothing and accessories, while gift shops like Blackwater sell an eclectic array of housewares and novelties. Popular retailers like Anthropologie, WIlliams-Sonoma and Urban Outfitters also have downtown storefronts.

Ralphs
Ralphs
Sprouts
Sprouts
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Career courses at San Luis Obispo High

Meadow Park is served by the San Luis Coastal Unified School District, where students can attend schools like Hawthorne Elementary, which receives a B-plus-rating from Niche, before moving onto Laguna Middle, which earns an A. At San Luis Obispo High, which is also graded with an A, students can enroll in a variety of career and technical education courses in fields ranging from performing arts to building and construction.

A lighted marquee at the entrance to Laguna Middle School informs Meadow Park parents of events.
A lighted marquee at the entrance to Laguna Middle School informs Meadow Park parents of events.
A stone sign outside San Luis Obispo High School greets Meadow Park students.
A stone sign outside San Luis Obispo High School greets Meadow Park students.
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Proximity to the downtown farmers market, museums and performance venues

Every Thursday evening, residents can visit the Downtown SLO Farmers Market to stroll the array of vendors while listening to live music performances and enjoying cuisine from local food trucks. Meadow Park residents also have easy access to downtown museums. At the San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, visitors can check out the historic exhibits about the region’s railroad industry over the years, as well as a collection of model trails. The San Luis Obispo Children's Museum invites young kids to learn about the world around them through interactive exhibits and imaginative play, while San Luis Obispo Museum of Art showcases permanent and rotating exhibits featuring pottery, painting and photography from regional artists. The intimate Fremont Theater, also located downtown, stages touring musical, comedy and other performing arts acts in an art-deco space.

Access to public transportation and proximity to Highway 101

San Luis Obispo Transit bus stops line Higuera Road just west of Meadow Park. The neighborhood is bordered to the east by State Route 227, and Highway 101 is about a mile west. San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is located roughly 2 miles south for direct flights to San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Denver, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Portland and Dallas-Fort Worth. For emergency and specialized medical care, Dignity Health’s French Hospital Medical Center is less than 2 miles northeast.

Highway 101
Highway 101
Bus
Bus
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

San Luis County Regional

9 min drive

Bus

Broad & Caudill (S)

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Meadow Park US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 8 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,020,000
Median Single Family Price
$1,150,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$675,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$675
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Months of Supply
1.50
Median List Price
$750,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
40%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
556
Median Year Built
1980
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,577
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,634
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,148
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 2pm

    418 Mitchell Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

    $875,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,163 Sq Ft
    • 418 Mitchell Dr
    • New 1 day ago

    Tucked away on a peaceful street in one of San Luis Obispo’s most charming neighborhoods, 418 Mitchell Drive is a 1930s Spanish-style cottage that captures the warmth and character of a bygone era. With three bedrooms and one bathroom, this home sits on a generous, versatile lot offering endless potential—whether you’re dreaming of an ADU, a lush garden retreat, or space to entertain under the

    Kelly Wood Stable Properties

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,559
Median Age
40
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$104,337
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$149,475

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
56.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.1%
% Population in Labor Force
78.2%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
23''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
76°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

31 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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NEIGHBORHOOD
Meadow Park
Kellye Grayson
The Avenue Central Coast Realty, Inc.
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