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1520 Santa Rosa St
1520 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA

House for rent
Monthly rent
$3,500–$3,800
Beds3
Baths1
Sqft1,252
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

1520 Santa Rosa St offers a modern kitchen and a cozy gas fireplace, enriching the living experience. Its proximity to a top-rated high school and several pet-friendly amenities, including hospitals and supply stores, enhances its appeal. Additionally, with 18 detailed photos available and high value-for-money ranking, the property stands out in the local market.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • modern kitchen
  • off-street parking
  • gas fireplace

Units

1520 Santa Rosa St San Luis Obispo, CA

Available

3 Beds, 1 Bath

3 Beds

1 Bath

$3,500

Listed on 01/08/2026
Listed by Doug Adams
Days on market: 32
Property Status: Active This bright, and charming downtown SLO two-story bungalow home is a rare vacancy in the heart of downtown. It's unfurnished with two lower-level bedrooms, one bathroom, one bedroom upstairs and a bonus room upstairs, a modern kitchen with newer appliances, and a cute breakfast nook. Plus, the huge back yard includes gardening service. Three people max. -Gas fireplace. -Lots of off-street parking in extra-long driveway -A few short blocks to the train station -Close to the downtown shopping district -Washer/dryer hookup on the first level -No smoking -Pet policy: Small dog may be considered with an additional deposit Office Phone: (805) 995-2347 Copyright © 2026 California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Available

1520

3 Beds

1 Bath

$3,800

Listed on 12/23/2025
Listed by Leasing Agent
Days on market: 47
This bright, and charming downtown SLO two-story bungalow home is a rare vacancy in the heart of downtown. It's unfurnished with two lower-level bedrooms, one bathroom, one bedroom upstairs and a bonus room upstairs, a modern kitchen with newer appliances, and a cute breakfast nook. Plus, the huge back yard includes gardening service. Three people max. -Gas fireplace. -Lots of off-street parking in extra-long driveway -A few short blocks to the train station -Close to the downtown shopping district -Washer/dryer hookup on the first level -No smoking -Pet policy: Small dog may be considered with an additional deposit

Amenities for 1520 Santa Rosa St

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Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • Outdoor Space
Unit Amenities
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

Policies at 1520 Santa Rosa St

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 1520 Santa Rosa St

HomeHouses in San Luis Obispo 1520 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA

Check out this charming property located at 1520 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401! This intimate 2-unit property offers a spacious 3-bedroom floorplan, spanning approximately 1252 square feet. Residents will love the modern kitchen, complete with a cute breakfast nook, and the cozy gas fireplace perfect for chilly evenings. Additional perks include off-street parking, washer/dryer hookups, and a pet-friendly policy. Enjoy the outdoor space and take advantage of the nearby top-rated schools, including an elementary, middle, and high school, all with A- or higher ratings. With only long-term rentals, this property is ideal for those looking for a stable and comfortable living situation.

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Address details

Units2
Units available2
City
Zip code93401

1520 Santa Rosa St is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1520 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features available
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
Rentals at this address allow pets

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Rent trends in San Luis Obispo

3-bedroom apartments at 1520 Santa Rosa St cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
San Luis Obispo
A table of studio rental data trends in San Luis Obispo
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,900
March 2024$1,839
April 2024$1,800
May 2024$1,936
June 2024$1,882
July 2024$1,942
August 2024$1,937
September 2024$2,015
October 2024$1,897
November 2024$1,839
December 2024$1,868
January 2025$1,903
February 2025$1,912
March 2025$1,940
April 2025$2,043
May 2025$2,064
June 2025$2,009
July 2025$2,040
August 2025$2,013
September 2025$2,021
October 2025$2,033
November 2025$1,953
December 2025$1,917
January 2026$1,896

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$146,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $146,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $3,650.
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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1520 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA.
6 years ago$2,9002 bed1 bath

Schools near 1520 Santa Rosa St

PEEP - PREPARE

1500 lizzie st

san luis obispo, CA, 93401

K-12Public

Hawthorne Elementary School

2125 story st

san luis obispo, CA, 93401

K-6Public
A-
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Getting around San Luis Obispo near 1520 Santa Rosa St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1520 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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