Why Live in Highland
Highland, located a few miles northwest of Downtown San Luis Obispo, is a diverse neighborhood popular with families, retirees and the California Polytechnic State University community. The area features a mix of mid to late-20th-century homes, many of which have been renovated. The southeast end of Highland is characterized by smaller, more affordable midcentury ranch-style homes and bungalows, often rented by students. The northern part, closer to Bishop Peak, has larger custom homes from the '80s and '90s on spacious lots, attracting younger families. Highland offers several hiking trails, including routes up Bishop Peak, and the nearly 3-mile-long Throop Park with recreational facilities. The neighborhood is served by the highly rated San Luis Coastal Unified School District. Local amenities include California Fresh Market, Raku Ramen, Milestone Tavern and SloDoCo Donuts. Downtown San Luis Obispo, just a couple of miles southeast, features a variety of dining, shopping and cultural attractions, such as the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art and the Fremont Theater. Recent infrastructure improvements have enhanced connectivity to downtown and the Cal Poly campus. SLO Transit bus stops and proximity to Highway 1, Adventist Health Sierra Vista and San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport add to the neighborhood's convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highland a good place to live?
Highland is a good place to live. Highland is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Highland is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Highland has 1 park for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.4 people per acre and a median age of 28. The average household income is $93,893 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 62.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Highland are renters, with 62.2% of residents renting and 37.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Highland can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Highland neighborhood guide.
Is Highland, CA a safe neighborhood?
Highland, 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 Highland?
The median home price in Highland is $1,594,499. If you put a 20% down payment of $318,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $7,950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $341K a year to afford the median home price in Highland. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Highland is $94K.
What are the best public schools in Highland?
The best public schools that serve Highland are:
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Home Trends in Highland, CA
On average, homes in Highland, San Luis Obispo sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Highland, San Luis Obispo over the last 12 months is $1,402,500, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,402,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,575,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,575,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$761
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median List Price
$1,594,499
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
16%