This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-level home offers an open floor plan, forced heating & AC, abundant natural light through oversized dual-pane windows, and spacious front and back yards featuring low-maintenance synthetic grass and expansive decking—ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. Recent upgrades include wide-plank hardwood flooring, a new composition shingle roof, updated electrical, ceiling fans, and modern lighting throughout. Located in the highly regarded Bishop Peak Elementary School District, this home is perfect for families, professionals, or investors alike. A charming cobblestone driveway leads to a detached garage with laundry hook-ups and potential for a future ADU. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from Downtown SLO, Cal Poly, hiking trails, shopping, and dining. Don’t miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
5,600 sq ftLot Size
$918Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tim Riley•DRE #01280227• Century 21 Masters
Contact: 805-748-1197
Bought with Kristen Gentry•DRE #01968754• Central Coast Sotheby's International Realty
Charming single-family home in established San Luis Obispo neighborhood. This light filled home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a lovely backyard with a huge deck that's partially covered. This is where you'll want to spend most of your evenings soaking in the amazing Central Coast weather and entertaining friends & family! You also get to enjoy peek-a-boo views of Bishop's Peak! Upon entering the home, you're greeted by the living room with a charming brick fireplace and several large windows that stream in a lot of light. This space leads to the large open kitchen containing plenty of counter space and views of the neighborhood. Access to the backyard can be found just off the kitchen. Down the center hall is where you'll find the master bedroom with a recently updated bathroom, both additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. The large front yard and the charming cobblestone driveway leads to the 1-car detached garage which is also used for the laundry or could be the home of a future ADU. This is a wonderful home for first-time buyers or anyone looking to downsize! Just minutes from the downtown SLO, shopping, restaurants, hiking and Cal Poly.
NSBCRMLS #1007181
Apr 7, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jan 3, 2002
Listed
$410,000
$333/sq ft
CRMLS #SL1007181
Jan 6, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jan 3, 2002
Listed
$410,000
$333/sq ft
NSBCRMLS #1042251
Jun 11, 2014
Sold
$597,000
$485/sq ft
Mar 21, 2014
Listed
$599,900
$487/sq ft
CRMLS #SP1042251
Jun 11, 2014
Sold
$597,000
$485/sq ft
May 12, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Mar 21, 2014
Listed
$599,900
$487/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 11, 1986
Sold
$142,000
$115/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,131 (+1.7%)
$750,000 + $271,000
$1,021,000
2024
$9,957 (+27.9%)
$586,500 + $339,660
$926,160
2023
$7,786 (+6.7%)
$575,000 + $333,000
$908,000
2022
$7,298 (+1.6%)
$441,843 + $261,569
$703,412
2021
$7,182 (+1.0%)
$433,180 + $256,441
$689,621
2020
$7,108 (+1.0%)
$424,687 + $251,413
$676,100
2019
$7,034 (+2.0%)
$420,333 + $248,836
$669,169
2018
$6,897 (+2.0%)
$412,092 + $243,957
$656,049
2017
$6,761 (+2.0%)
$396,091 + $234,485
$630,576
2016
$6,628 (+1.5%)
$396,091 + $234,485
$630,576
2015
$6,527 (+187.2%)
$388,325 + $229,888
$618,213
2014
$2,273 (+0.4%)
$103,508 + $129,977
$233,485
2013
$2,263 (+2.1%)
$103,041 + $129,390
$232,431
2012
$2,218
$103,041 + $129,390
$232,431
Tax history for 53 Rafael Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,131 (+1.7%)
$750,000 + $271,000
$1,021,000
2024
$9,957 (+27.9%)
$586,500 + $339,660
$926,160
2023
$7,786 (+6.7%)
$575,000 + $333,000
$908,000
2022
$7,298 (+1.6%)
$441,843 + $261,569
$703,412
2021
$7,182 (+1.0%)
$433,180 + $256,441
$689,621
2020
$7,108 (+1.0%)
$424,687 + $251,413
$676,100
2019
$7,034 (+2.0%)
$420,333 + $248,836
$669,169
2018
$6,897 (+2.0%)
$412,092 + $243,957
$656,049
2017
$6,761 (+2.0%)
$396,091 + $234,485
$630,576
2016
$6,628 (+1.5%)
$396,091 + $234,485
$630,576
2015
$6,527 (+187.2%)
$388,325 + $229,888
$618,213
2014
$2,273 (+0.4%)
$103,508 + $129,977
$233,485
2013
$2,263 (+2.1%)
$103,041 + $129,390
$232,431
2012
$2,218
$103,041 + $129,390
$232,431
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,232
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Luis Obispo County
APN
052-152-004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R-1
SAN LUIS OBISPO SUB AREA NORTH
INLAND AREA
SAN LUIS OBISPO PLANNING AREA
Low-Density Residential Zone
The R-1 zone provides for low-density residential development and supporting compatible uses that have locations and development forms that provide a sense of both individual identity and neighborhood cohesion, and that provide private outdoor space for the households occupying individual units. The R-1 zone is intended to preserve existing single-unit neighborhoods, provide for compatible infill development in such areas, and prescribe the overall character of newly subdivided low-density areas.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 2
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Deck, Driveway, Garage, Garage - Single Door, RV Potential
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Suite
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Wood
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Front Yard, Lot Shape-Rectangular, Lot-Level/Flat
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 052152004
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Hiking, Sidewalks
School Information
High School District: San Luis Coastal Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 35.29225700
Longitude: -120.67907300
Other Subdivision Name: San Luis Obispo(380)
Directions: Foothill BLVD to S Tassajara Dr, Right on Ramona, Left on Rafael Way
Subdivision Name: San Luis Obispo(380)
Zoning: R1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,232
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,600 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: San Luis Obispo County
APN: 052-152-004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 805-748-1197
Days Active in MLS: 24
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 24
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Tim
List Agent Last Name: Riley
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Century 21 Masters
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Kristen
Buyer Agent Last Name: Gentry
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Richardson Sotheby's International Realty
Around this home
Schools
Bishop's Peak Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Laguna Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
San Luis Obispo High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 85° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
11 unhealthy days expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
San Luis Obispo, CA • 93405
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.6 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.6 hrs
5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.08M – $1.30M
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