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Highlights

  • On-site laundry room
  • Brand new refrigerator
  • Close to downtown area
  • Two designated off-street parking spaces

Location

421 Dana Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93401, United States
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Management

San Luis Property Management

Leasing office

(805) 541-1822

Property Overview

421 Dana St presents a well-rounded opportunity for renters, highlighted by a Zumper expert rating of 7.9/10 and strong amenities (9/10) and location (9/10) ratings, showcasing its competitive pricing and appealing features. Notable assets include an on-site laundry room, a new refrigerator, and two designated off-street parking spaces, enhancing convenience. Additionally, it ranks in the 90.48 percentile for value, indicating exceptional value for money in comparison to nearby properties.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 421 Dana St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 421 Dana St 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$2,200 /mo1 unit available2bd/1ba downstairs apartment located a short walk from downtown SLO. New floors, freshly painted, and the kitchen countertop has been replaced with quartz. On-site laundry room, off street parking, and water & trash utilities included with the cost of rent. No Pets. Available: 1/1/26!

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Amenities for 421 Dana St

Apartment Amenities

TrashUtilities Included
Water

Appliances

Garbage DisposalRange
RefrigeratorStove
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About 421 Dana St

HomeApartments in San Luis Obispo 421 Dana St

2bd/1ba downstairs apartment located a short walk from downtown SLO. New floors, freshly painted, and the kitchen countertop has been replaced with quartz. On-site laundry room, off street parking, and water & trash utilities included with the cost of rent. No Pets. Available: 1/1/26!


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, 421 Dana St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 421 Dana St 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 421 Dana St
Price·10A 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.
421 Dana St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
421 Dana St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage disposal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 421 Dana St 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.
421 Dana St 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 421 Dana St 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.
421 Dana St 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 421 Dana St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in San Luis Obispo

2-bedroom apartments at 421 Dana St cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo.

Median rents as of Dec 20 2025.
San Luis Obispo
A table of studio rental data trends in San Luis Obispo
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,021
October 2025$2,033
November 2025$1,953
December 2025$1,911

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

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 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near 421 Dana St

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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Getting around San Luis Obispo near 421 Dana Street

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
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 421 Dana Street, San Luis Obispo

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-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

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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