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Highlights

  • Balcony
  • Professionally managed
  • Onsite laundry service
  • Outdoor patio
  • Brand-new vinyl plank flooring

Location

1850 Johnson Avenue, San Luis Obispo, California 93401, United States
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Management

Link Real Estate Group, Inc.

Leasing office

(805) 801-3056

Property Overview

1850 Johnson Avenue presents a well-rounded option for renters, highlighted by its impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.4 and a competitive price rating of 10, emphasizing good value for its amenities and location. With notable features such as a balcony, outdoor patio, and onsite laundry service, it also enjoys a strong location rating of 9, providing convenience to key amenities. Additionally, the property maintains a trustworthiness rating of 8, reflecting transparency and reliability in its management.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1850 Johnson Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1850 Johnson Avenue 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

  • High school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath1,045 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 1850 Johnson Unit C in beautiful San Luis Obispo. This townhome offers a unique location close to the Old Town Historic District and hiking trails like High School Hill as well as Downtown SLO. The townhome is two stories, with living space, kitchen/dining downstairs and bedrooms upstairs. The living room is spacious with a large window and brand-new vinyl plank flooring which extends through the entire downstairs level. Through the kitchen you will find an outdoor patio enclosed for privacy but gated to allow access to the onsite laundry service. The bedrooms upstairs are spacious with plenty of natural light and the master bedroom features a balcony. Professionally managed by Link Real Estate Group, Inc. - Lic#02180351

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About 1850 Johnson Avenue

HomeApartments in San Luis Obispo 1850 Johnson Avenue

Welcome to 1850 Johnson Unit C in beautiful San Luis Obispo. This townhome offers a unique location close to the Old Town Historic District and hiking trails like High School Hill as well as Downtown SLO. The townhome is two stories, with living space, kitchen/dining downstairs and bedrooms upstairs. The living room is spacious with a large window and brand-new vinyl plank flooring which extends through the entire downstairs level. Through the kitchen you will find an outdoor patio enclosed for privacy but gated to allow access to the onsite laundry service. The bedrooms upstairs are spacious with plenty of natural light and the master bedroom features a balcony. Professionally managed by Link Real Estate Group, Inc. - Lic#02180351


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1850 Johnson Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1850 Johnson Avenue 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 1850 Johnson Avenue
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.
1850 Johnson Avenue 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·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, 1850 Johnson Avenue 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.
1850 Johnson Avenue 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 1850 Johnson Avenue 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 1850 Johnson Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 227 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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

2-bedroom apartments at 1850 Johnson Avenue cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
San Luis Obispo
A table of studio rental data trends in San Luis Obispo
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,975
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$1,995

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$112,000/yr

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Schools near 1850 Johnson Avenue

PEEP - PREPARE

1500 lizzie st

san luis obispo, CA, 93401

K-12Public

Bishop's Peak Elementary School

451 jaycee dr

san luis obispo, CA, 93405

K-6Public
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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 1850 Johnson Avenue

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

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 1850 Johnson Avenue, San Luis Obispo

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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