$2,300,000

1018 Islay St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

$10,000
Closing credit¹
6 beds
4 full
2,457 sqft
0.1 acres
$936 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 1018 Islay St

Seize this rare opportunity to own a fully renovated duplex just steps from downtown San Luis Obispo. This fully renovated duplex generates $10,900 in monthly rental income, with tenants covering utilities. Each unit features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a dedicated office space, making this property an ideal investment with strong rental demand in a prime location. Located within walking distance of boutique shops, top-rated restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and Cal Poly, these units are highly desirable among local renters, ensuring a lucrative return on investment. Both units include separate gas and electric meters, laundry areas, forced air heating, and brand-new tankless water heaters. The well-designed layout includes two bedrooms and a full bath upstairs, while the lower level features an additional bedroom, office, bathroom, living room, and kitchen—offering flexible living arrangements. Step outside to a covered back deck with electric laundry hookups, leading to a private, fully fenced backyard with a brick patio and storage sheds, creating a perfect space for relaxing or entertaining. The property has undergone extensive, fully permitted renovations, ensuring modern comfort and long-term value. Updates include a new roof, new HVAC units, new ceiling fans, new tankless water heaters, updated plumbing, upgraded electrical systems and panels, new drywall and insulation, fresh interior and exterior paint, and luxury vinyl tile flooring throughout. The kitchens have been beautifully remodeled with open shelving, stainless steel appliances and hoods, and quartz countertops, blending modern style with everyday functionality. With its charming curb appeal, modern upgrades, and unbeatable location, this turnkey duplex is a rare investment opportunity in one of California’s most sought-after markets. Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional downtown San Luis Obispo property!

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size2,457 sqft
Lot size0.109 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingDriveway
MLS #PI25042402
ViewHills, Neighborhood

Summary

  • MLS Number: PI25042402
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Central Coast
  • Office Phone: (805) 904-3444
  • Listing Agent: Jeff Landon

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 26, 2022
Home Sold
$1,100,000
Jul 28, 1995
Home Sold
$258,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,177,000$13,007
2023$1,100,000$12,175
2022$403,851$2,686
2021$395,933$2,638
2020$391,875$2,640
2019$384,192$2,594
2018$376,660$2,594
2017$369,276$2,556

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Hawthorne Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.5 mi

2125 Story St

7

Sinsheimer Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.0 mi

2755 Augusta St

5

Pacheco Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.7 mi

261 Cuesta Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $48,840. Typical income of San Luis Obispo, CA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

72%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
50%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • H&MH&M
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • SonicSonic
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

This home is located at 1018 Islay St in San Luis Obispo, CA and zip code 93401. This 2,457 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,300,000.

In February 2025 more than 11 listings in San Luis Obispo, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 6 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 12 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in San Luis Obispo, CA between January and February 2025 increased by 8.3%. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 24 days, the median list price was $1,027,500.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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