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  10. Building Photo - 1322 Noveno Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,350

    1322 Noveno Ave Unit A

    1322 Noveno Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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  11. Building Photo - 1549 Mill St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600

    1549 Mill St

    1549 Mill St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500 - $2,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,500 - $2,100

    3051 Augusta St

    3051 Augusta St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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San Luis Obispo, CA Apartments for Rent

San Luis Obispo is home to the historic Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, founded in 1772, and lies halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles along California's scenic Central Coast. Between the Santa Lucia Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, this college town features a Mediterranean climate, tree-lined streets, and Victorian-era architecture. Those looking for apartments for rent in San Luis Obispo will find a range of options throughout downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, with average rents around $1,908 for a one-bedroom and $2,513 for a two-bedroom apartment.

Renting in San Luis Obispo offers convenient access to downtown's Thursday night Farmers' Market, local shops, and diverse dining options along Higuera Street. The city's extensive bicycle network and SLO Transit bus service make getting around easy, while U.S. Route 101 provides direct freeway access for commuters. Residents enjoy proximity to hiking trails on Bishop Peak and Cerro San Luis, wine tasting in the nearby Edna Valley, and beaches just minutes away in Pismo Beach. The presence of California Polytechnic State University contributes to a lively atmosphere with cultural events, while the downtown area maintains its small-town character with a mix of historic buildings and apartment options.

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San Luis Obispo High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,678 Students
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San Luis Obispo High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,678 Students
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Pacific Beach High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
62 Students
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Laguna Middle School

Public Middle School

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Grades 6-8
780 Students
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Laguna Middle

Public Middle School

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Grades 6-8
780 Students
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Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter School

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Grades K-5
163 Students
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Bishop's Peak Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
358 Students
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Teach Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
193 Students
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Sinsheimer Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
401 Students
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Bishop's Peak Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
358 Students

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