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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer and dryer
  • Top-of-the-line amenities
  • Hardwood flooring
  • Attached 2-car garage

Location

875 Islay St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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Management

McNamara Realty

Leasing office

(805) 543-7777

Property Overview

Islay, 875 & 877 garners a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 7.6, reflecting its appeal to renters through an excellent combination of price, amenities, and location. With a price rating of 7, it showcases a competitive offering, while its exceptional amenities and location ratings of 9 underscore a high standard of living and convenience. Additionally, its transparency and trustworthiness score of 7 reinforces confidence in the property, making it a compelling choice for prospective renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.6
Very Good
Islay, 875 & 877 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/2.5BA2 bed2.5 bath1,571 sqft$4,250 /mo1 unit availableSpacious 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom unit features top-of-the-line amenities such as a washer and dryer, air conditioning, heated floors, and a dishwasher. The apartment also boasts hardwood flooring throughout, adding a touch of elegance to the space. Enjoy the convenience of an enclosed backyard and an attached 2-car garage, providing ample storage and parking options. With its prime downtown location, residents can easily access all the shopping, dining, and entertainment options that San Luis Obispo has to offer. DRE# 00846027

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About Islay, 875 & 877

HomeApartments in San Luis Obispo Islay, 875 & 877

Spacious 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom unit features top-of-the-line amenities such as a washer and dryer, air conditioning, heated floors, and a dishwasher. The apartment also boasts hardwood flooring throughout, adding a touch of elegance to the space. Enjoy the convenience of an enclosed backyard and an attached 2-car garage, providing ample storage and parking options. With its prime downtown location, residents can easily access all the shopping, dining, and entertainment options that San Luis Obispo has to offer. DRE# 00846027


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.6
/10
Very Good
Islay, 875 & 877 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Islay, 875 & 877
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Islay, 875 & 877 has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Islay, 875 & 877 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garage parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Islay, 875 & 877 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Islay, 875 & 877 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Islay, 875 & 877 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Islay, 875 & 877 provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 Islay, 875 & 877 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 777 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in San Luis Obispo

2-bedroom apartments at Islay, 875 & 877 cost about 60% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo.

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
San Luis Obispo
A table of studio rental data trends in San Luis Obispo
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$2,041
November 2023$1,968
December 2023$2,000
January 2024$1,950
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$2,012

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$170,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $170,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,250.
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Schools near Islay, 875 & 877

Hawthorne Elementary School

2125 story st

san luis obispo, CA, 93401

K-6Public
A-

PEEP - PREPARE

1500 lizzie st

san luis obispo, CA, 93401

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around San Luis Obispo near 875 Islay 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 875 Islay St, San Luis Obispo

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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