5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Adorable updated kitchen
Location
530 Buchon St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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Property Overview
Buchon, 530-538 scores highly in various assessments, achieving an impressive 8.4 overall Zumper expert rating, indicating it’s a strong rental option. The property features a well-updated kitchen and off-street parking while excelling in price, amenities, and location ratings, reflecting a competitive offering in terms of value. With transparency in its listing, it ranks favorably in terms of trustworthiness, ensuring potential renters are well-informed.
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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- More space
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $2,300 /mo | 1 unit available | Upstairs 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment; Walking distance from Downtown SLO; Water, Sewer, Trash included, tenants pay all others; Off-street parking; Landscaped yard shared with complex; No pets considered; Renter's insurance required; *Do not disturb the current tenants. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in automatic disqualification. Video walkthrough available upon request! Move-in date subject to change!! At McNamara Realty, we strive to provide an experience that is cost-effective and convenient. That’s why we offer a Resident Benefits Package (RBP) to address common headaches for our residents. This program offers packages that can take care of pest control, utility set up, identity protection, rent rewards, credit building and more. Three package options are offered at three different price points. More details upon offer to lease the property. If you're curious about this benefits package, please feel free to inquire more! DRE# 00846027 |
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Amenities for Buchon, 530-538
Apartment Amenities
| Water |
Building
| Sewer |
Grounds
| Outdoor 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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 5 |
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About Buchon, 530-538
Upstairs 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment; Walking distance from Downtown SLO; Water, Sewer, Trash included, tenants pay all others; Off-street parking; Landscaped yard shared with complex; No pets considered; Renter's insurance required; *Do not disturb the current tenants. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in automatic disqualification. Video walkthrough available upon request! Move-in date subject to change!! At McNamara Realty, we strive to provide an experience that is cost-effective and convenient. That’s why we offer a Resident Benefits Package (RBP) to address common headaches for our residents. This program offers packages that can take care of pest control, utility set up, identity protection, rent rewards, credit building and more. Three package options are offered at three different price points. More details upon offer to lease the property. If you're curious about this benefits package, please feel free to inquire more! DRE# 00846027
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 GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Buchon, 530-538 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Buchon, 530-538 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Buchon, 530-538 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, Buchon, 530-538 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.
Buchon, 530-538 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 Buchon, 530-538 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 Buchon, 530-538 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
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- Studio is 272 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in San Luis Obispo
2-bedroom apartments at Buchon, 530-538 cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo.
Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
San Luis Obispo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,917 |
| January 2026 | $1,896 |
| February 2026 | $1,890 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 530 Buchon St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$92,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near Buchon, 530-538
Hawthorne Elementary School
2125 story st
san luis obispo, CA, 93401
K-6Public
A-
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
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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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around San Luis Obispo near 530 Buchon St
Walking
7/10
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.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 530 Buchon St, San Luis Obispo
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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