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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 at 2120 Santa Barbara Ave is rated highly for overall value, amenities, and location, with competitive pricing and a transparent listing that helps set clear expectations. It also offers practical features like assigned off-street parking, an onsite fitness center, BBQ area, optional storage locker, and laundry service, along with appeal for pet friendliness and work-from-home needs.

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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Junction (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) 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
  • Balcony

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath720 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. Full List of Available Units: https www junctionslo com availability Site Plan of Available Units & Location: https www junctionslo com site-plan 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 Pricing & Availability subject to change 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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave)

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless RefrigeratorStainless Stove & Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorFitness Center

Grounds

CourtyardFire Pit
Outdoor BBQOutdoor Space
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
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units69

About The Junction (2120 Santa Barbara Ave)

HomeApartments in San Luis Obispo The Junction (2120 Santa Barbara Ave)

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. 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.


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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Junction (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) 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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave)
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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) 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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) 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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) 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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) 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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
More space
Studio is 56 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 720 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in San Luis Obispo

1-bedroom apartments at The Junction (2120 Santa Barbara Ave) cost about 33% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
San Luis Obispo
A table of studio rental data trends in San Luis Obispo
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,850
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$1,825
May 2026$1,810
June 2026$1,978
July 2026$2,006
August 2026$1,970
September 2026$1,856
October 2026$1,849
November 2026$1,848

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$106,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $106,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,650.
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Schools near The Junction (2120 Santa Barbara Ave)

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

Explore the area around 2120 Santa Barbara Ave

Smart & Final Extra!
1321 Johnson Ave
San Luis Oriental Market
1255 Monterey St
Laurel Lane Market
1291 Laurel Ln
Ralphs
201 Madonna Rd
Sprouts Farmers Market
313 Madonna Rd
Pashion Footwear Inc
1880 Santa Barbara Ave
Fitting Image-Alterations
3000 Broad St
The Switchback
667 Marsh St
Change of A Dress
785 Marsh St
Shoe Palace
837 Marsh St
Starbucks
2138 Broad St
Oki Kohi Espresso Bar
2252 Broad St
Libertine Coffee Bar
1240 Broad St
Jamba
890 Marsh St
Scout Coffee
1130 Garden St
The Libertine Brewing Company
1234 Broad St
McCarthy's Irish Pub
600 Marsh St
Black Sheep the Bar & Grill
1117 Chorro St
Bob Cantu's Pizza and Sports Bar
1131 Broad St
Buffalo Bar & Grill
717 Higuera St
Bliss River Organics
540 South St
Natural Foods Co-op of Slo
2494 Victoria Ave
Gaigaew Inc
1815 Osos St
Gift Baskets
769 Caudill St
Top Shelf Produce
759 Francis Ave
Playground
Railroad Recreation Trail
Terrace Hill Open Space
Meadow Park
Hawthorne Park
Fatte's Pizza
2161 Broad St
Round Table Pizza Royalty
2256 Broad St
Jewel of India Restaurant
2115 Broad St
Taste of Punjab Inc
2115 Broad St
Del Monte Cafe
1901 Santa Barbara Ave
Broad / Santa Barbara
Johnson / Tank Farm / Airport
Santa Barbara / High (N.)
Cal Poly / LOVR / Amtrak
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Promenade / LOVR / Cal Poly
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Johnson / Tank Farm / Airport
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