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Highlights

  • On-site coin-operated laundry facilities
  • Spacious two-bedroom, one-bath apartment
  • Nearby shopping

Location

790 Boysen Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
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Management

JDR Real Estate Services, Inc.

Leasing office

(844) 325-9226 ext. 4532

Property Overview

Boysen 790 presents an attractive living option with an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.6, reflecting its strong value for renters. The property features competitive pricing, exceptional amenities, and a prime location, rated 10, 9, and 9 out of 10 respectively. Additionally, it offers significant advantages for remote work, with included utilities and high-speed internet, further enhancing its appeal.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Boysen 790 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Boysen 790 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

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Boysen 790 - 21 bed1 bath400 sqft$1,750 /moLarge One-Bedroom / One-Bathroom Apartment Spacious one-bedroom, one-bath apartment located within walking distance to Cal Poly and nearby shopping. Availability: July 1, 2026 Utilities: Water and trash service included in rent Tenant responsible for electricity, gas, and internet Property Features: One covered off-street carport parking space per unit On-site coin-operated laundry facilities No pets 24 hour minimum notice required for viewings Call (805)781-3595 to schedule
Boysen 790 - 32 bed1 bath$2,500 /moTwo-Bedroom One-Bathroom Apartment Spacious two-bedroom, one-bath apartment located within walking distance to Cal Poly and nearby shopping. Availability: August 1, 2026 Utilities: Water and trash service included in rent Tenant responsible for electricity, gas, and internet Property Features: One covered off-street carport parking space per unit On-site coin-operated laundry facilities No pets 24 hour minimum notice required for viewings Call (805)781-3595 to schedule

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Amenities for Boysen 790

Apartment Amenities

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Water

Building

Onsite Laundry

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On-Site Maintenance
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About Boysen 790

HomeApartments in San Luis Obispo Boysen 790

Large One-Bedroom / One-Bathroom Apartment Spacious one-bedroom, one-bath upstairs apartment located within walking distance to Cal Poly and nearby shopping. Availability: July 7, 2026 Utilities: Water and trash service included in rent Tenant responsible for electricity, gas, and internet Property Features: One covered off-street carport parking space per unit On-site coin-operated laundry facilities No pets 24 hour minimum notice required for viewings Call Sam @ (805)781-3595 to schedule


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Boysen 790 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Boysen 790 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 Boysen 790
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.
Boysen 790 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.
Boysen 790 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including on-site maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Boysen 790 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.
Boysen 790 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 Boysen 790 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.

Boysen 790 is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent

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 Boysen 790 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in San Luis Obispo

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% lower than 1-bedrooms in San Luis Obispo.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Boysen 790 to be 14% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in San Luis Obispo.

Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
San Luis Obispo
A table of studio rental data trends in San Luis Obispo
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,875
March 2026$1,855
April 2026$1,850

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Can I afford to live at 790 Boysen Ave?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near Boysen 790

Bishop's Peak Elementary School

451 jaycee dr

san luis obispo, CA, 93405

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

Cayucos Elementary School

301 cayucos dr

cayucos, CA, 93430

K-8Public
A
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Getting around San Luis Obispo near 790 Boysen 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.

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 790 Boysen Ave, San Luis Obispo

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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