Best value for a newer construction home near downtown SLO. Built in 2011, this 2-bedroom + den (easily functions as a 3rd bedroom) offers nearly 2,000 sq ft with high-end finishes, no HOA, and an attached 2-car garage—just blocks from downtown.
Designed with quality and comfort in mind, the home features radiant solar heating with warm floors throughout, along with stunning large-plank hardwood flooring in 7", 5", and 3" widths. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with high-end Thermador appliances, including a 6-burner range with island hood, quartz countertops, and custom cabinetry.
High-end plumbing fixtures and custom tile work are showcased throughout the home, complemented by both an indoor gas fireplace and an outdoor gas fireplace with a real rock mantle—perfect for entertaining or relaxing year-round.
A spacious den with double French doors offers flexibility and could easily function as a third bedroom, office, or guest space. Additional highlights include an attached two-car garage, no HOA, and no common walls.
Enjoy the best of SLO living with close proximity to downtown shops, restaurants, and amenities.
For sale
Listing Provided by: Buschur Realty
$1,499,000
879 Islay St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
2beds
1,960sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2011
4,093 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$765/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Indoor gas fireplaceGourmet kitchenCustom cabinetryCustom tile workHigh-end plumbing fixturesQuartz countertopsHigh-end finishes
- 13 days |
- 1,334 |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2026 at 11:13am
Listing Provided by:
Paul Buschur DRE #00929589 805-776-3536,
Buschur Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: SC26059739
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Other, Utility Room
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Outside
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,960 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 4,093 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit
Details
- Parcel number: 003637025
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2011
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: San Luis Obispo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $765/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $879,226
- Annual tax amount: $9,691
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,551/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000+114.1%$765/sqft |
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| 2/26/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,800$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2012 | Sold | $700,000+44.3%$357/sqft |
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| 8/4/2008 | Sold | $485,000-15.7%$247/sqft |
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| 1/20/2006 | Sold | $575,000$293/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,691 +1.7% | $879,226 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,526 +1.8% | $861,988 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,354 +6.7% | $845,088 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,768 +1.6% | $828,518 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,628 +1% | $812,274 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,540 +1% | $803,946 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,451 +2% | $788,184 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,286 +2% | $772,730 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,123 +2% | $757,580 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,964 | $742,726 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,964 +10.6% | $731,570 +2% |
| 2014 | $7,201 | $717,240 +201.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $237,833 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $233,170 |
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Est. payment
$8,822/mo
Principal & interest
$7460
Property taxes
$1362
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Neighborhood: 93401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hawthorne Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Laguna Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 10/10San Luis Obispo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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