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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Bbq
  • Electric stove/range
  • Laundry fee $50/mo
  • Pet friendly

Location

2120 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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Management

Era Management Co., Inc

Leasing office

(805) 439-6187

Property Overview

The Junction offers strong overall value with high expert scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, making it a compelling choice for renters seeking both comfort and convenience. Residents benefit from pet-friendly policies, outdoor space, nearby pet services and supplies, as well as a quiet environment, high-speed internet, and utilities included in rent that support working from home. Practical perks like in-unit essentials (dishwasher, refrigerator, electric stove), on-site laundry (with a monthly fee), a BBQ area, proximity to a top-rated elementary school, and extensive photos further enhance its appeal.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Junction is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Junction has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath414+ sqft$2,100–$2,250 /mo6 units availableERA Management is pleased to offer The Junction, a newly constructed 69 unit apartment community in downtown San Luis Obispo. Full List of Available Units: https www thejunctionslo com availability Site Plan of Available Units & Location: https www thejunctionslo com site-plan We are excited to announce that our model units are now available to view by appointment. You can schedule your visit at https calendly com thejunction model-showing-unit-tour This studio apartment includes a full bath, electric stove/range, dishwasher, refrigerator and in unit washer/dryer (Additional Fee) Property includes onsite fitness center, assigned off-street parking, large courtyard with BBQ. The Junction is a pet friendly property limited to one pet per unit. Dogs must be under 25lbs and all residents are required to complete a pet screening with their application. Parking Fee: $50/mo Laundry Fee: $50/mo Internet: $65/mo Pricing & Availability subject to change Resident responsible for all utilities including water and trash Renderings and square footage are for marketing purposes only
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath836 sqft$2,650 /mo1 unit availableERA Management is pleased to offer The Junction, a newly constructed 69 unit apartment community in downtown San Luis Obispo. This 1 bedroom apartment includes a full bath, electric stove/range, dishwasher, refrigerator and in unit washer/dryer (Additional Fee) Property includes onsite fitness center, assigned off-street parking, large courtyard with BBQ. The Junction is a pet friendly property limited to one pet per unit. Dogs must be under 25lbs and all residents are required to complete a pet screening with their application. Parking Fee: $50/mo Laundry Fee: $50/mo Internet: $65/mo Pet Fee: $75/mo Resident responsible for all utilities including water and trash Renderings and square footage are for marketing purposes only

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Amenities for The Junction

Apartment Amenities

Air Conditioning

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless DishwasherStainless Refrigerator
Stainless Steel RefrigeratorStainless Steel Stove/Oven
Stainless Stove & Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorFitness Center

Grounds

Bocce CourtCourtyard
Fire PitOff-Street Parking
Outdoor BBQOutdoor Space

Other

Resident Responsible for All Utilities
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About The Junction

HomeApartments in San Luis Obispo The Junction

The Junction is the newest addition to the San Luis Obispo skyline Introducing a distinctive personality and inspired vision to the heart of downtown SLO through its iconic sawtooth roof design. Our 69-unit apartment community features unique and highly-amenitized common spaces purpose-built to enhance and contribute to the social and playful lifestyle of SLO. Live SLO / love SLO At The Junction


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Junction is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Junction has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Junction
Price·9A 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.
The Junction stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
The Junction stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Junction 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 The Junction does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 1 highest rated

These apartments are a bloody rip off big time. They squeezed the parking lot space with Ace Miners hardware just to put in these teeny little bitsy expensive apartments in an area that should be for retail not for living. It's a joke as the progressive liberal SLO city council voted for this crap, that hurts retail and business. It should be torn down and build a bigger parking lot for Ace Miners so customers can shop at the store where the parking lot is smaller now. It's ridiculous what the city did by approving these garbage apartments

Scott

Scott

Nov 29, 2024

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The Junction is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Pet deposit required
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 The Junction compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 261 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
Studio is 514 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in San Luis Obispo

Studio apartments at The Junction cost about 15% more than the average rent price for studios in San Luis Obispo.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 20% higher than 1-bedrooms in San Luis Obispo.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
San Luis Obispo
A table of studio rental data trends in San Luis Obispo
MonthMedian Rent
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
February 2026$1,875
March 2026$1,855
April 2026$1,833

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near The Junction

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

San Luis County Special Education

3360 ed dr

san luis obispo, CA, 93405

K-12Public

Pacific View Academy

1065 mesa view dr

arroyo grande, CA, 93420

K-12Public
B

Cayucos Elementary School

301 cayucos dr

cayucos, CA, 93430

K-8Public
A
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Getting around San Luis Obispo near 2120 Santa Barbara Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 2120 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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