53 Rafael Way San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Bishops Knoll NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,167/month
Total Views
12,770
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,232
Sq Ft
$811
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Mountain View
- Wood Flooring
- Bishop's Peak Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-level home offers an open floor plan, forced heating & AC, abundant natural light through oversized dual-pane windows, and spacious front and back yards featuring low-maintenance synthetic grass and expansive decking—ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.
Recent upgrades include wide-plank hardwood flooring, a new composition shingle roof, updated electrical, ceiling fans, and modern lighting throughout. Located in the highly regarded Bishop Peak Elementary School District, this home is perfect for families, professionals, or investors alike.
A charming cobblestone driveway leads to a detached garage with laundry hook-ups and potential for a future ADU. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from Downtown SLO, Cal Poly, hiking trails, shopping, and dining.
Don’t miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!
Listing Agent
Century 21 Masters Brokerage Phone: 805-748-1197 License #01280227 Listed on: 06/28/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,786
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 5,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Level Lot
- Front Yard
- Property is zoned R1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Parking Deck
- Single Garage Door
- Driveway
- RV Potential
Property Views
- Mountain
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Raised Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,232 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
Utilities
- Central Air
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 4 / 4
- Tax Tract Number 31
- Assessor Parcel Number 052152004
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- San Luis Obispo Subdivision
- Foothills
Recreation
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,786 | $908,000 | $575,000 | $333,000 |
| 2023 | $7,786 | $703,412 | $441,843 | $261,569 |
| 2022 | $7,298 | $689,621 | $433,180 | $256,441 |
| 2021 | $7,182 | $676,100 | $424,687 | $251,413 |
| 2020 | $7,108 | $669,169 | $420,333 | $248,836 |
| 2019 | $7,034 | $656,049 | $412,092 | $243,957 |
| 2018 | $6,897 | $643,186 | $404,012 | $239,174 |
| 2017 | $6,761 | $630,576 | $396,091 | $234,485 |
| 2016 | $6,629 | $618,213 | $388,325 | $229,888 |
| 2015 | $6,528 | $608,927 | $382,492 | $226,435 |
| 2014 | $2,274 | $233,485 | $103,508 | $129,977 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/28/2025 06/28/25 | For Sale | $999,000 | +10.0% | $811 / Sq Ft |
| 08/07/2023 08/07/23 | Sold | $908,000 | +1.0% | $737 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2023 07/17/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/12/2023 07/12/23 | For Sale | $899,000 | +50.6% | $730 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2014 06/11/14 | Sold | $597,000 | -- | $459 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $908,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $597,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $87,230 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $105,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in San Luis Obispo, CA
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SC25145137
APN: 052-152-004
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