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1249 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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Management

The Koto Group Inc.

Leasing office

(805) 457-8224 ext. 2

Property Overview

1249 Palm Street offers strong overall value, with competitive pricing, a high value-per-square-foot ranking in the area, and an impressive mix of amenities. Its highly rated location provides convenient access to a nearby top-rated high school and other key destinations, while the numerous photos and detailed listing enhance transparency and help renters understand what to expect.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1249 Palm Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1249 Palm Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

Renovated Studio Steps From Downtown SLOStudio1 bath400 sqft$2,200 /mo1 unit available
Beautifully Renovated One Bedroom One Bathroom Flat1 bed1 bath650 sqft$2,600 /mo1 unit available
Newly Renovated One Bedroom Townhome in Downtown SLO1 bed1 bath850 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 1249 Palm Street

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DishwasherStainless Dishwasher
Stainless RangeStainless Refrigerator
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About 1249 Palm Street

HomeApartments in San Luis Obispo 1249 Palm Street

1249 Palm Street cost $2,200–$2,800 per month. Located at 1249 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA, 1249 Palm Street has studio — 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in San Luis Obispo, renting an apartment at 1249 Palm Street is 27% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around San Luis Obispo include but are not limited to: 530 Buchon St, 1290 Murray Ave, 500 E Foothill Blvd, 730 High St


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1249 Palm Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1249 Palm Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1249 Palm Street
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.
1249 Palm Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1249 Palm Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1249 Palm Street 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 1249 Palm Street 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.

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 1249 Palm Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 373 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 290 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away

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Rent trends in San Luis Obispo

Studio apartments at 1249 Palm Street cost about 22% more than the average rent price for studios in San Luis Obispo.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 23% higher than 1-bedrooms in San Luis Obispo.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
San Luis Obispo
A table of studio rental data trends in San Luis Obispo
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,825
May 2026$1,808

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Can I afford to live at 1249 Palm St?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$88,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near 1249 Palm Street

San Luis County Special Education

3360 ed dr

san luis obispo, CA, 93405

K-12Public

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-

Cayucos Elementary School

301 cayucos dr

cayucos, CA, 93430

K-8Public
A
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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 1249 Palm 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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1249 Palm St, San Luis Obispo

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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