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Mortgage rates for San Luis Obispo are updated daily on Safe Rate using live investor pricing. Rates depend on your credit score, loan type (Conventional, FHA, VA, Jumbo), and down payment. A 30-year fixed rate is the most common product for home purchases.
View current rates for San Luis ObispoThe median home value in San Luis Obispo is $926k. The median monthly rent is $2,007. Annual property taxes average $6k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Home values in San Luis Obispo have increased 16.2% over the past two years. This indicates a strong appreciation trend. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.
Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $2,004/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $86k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in San Luis Obispo is $79k/year.
Calculate your buying powerThe largest employment sectors in San Luis Obispo are public administration (27%) and healthcare (15%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.