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listing_id: CRSC26080122
status: Active
price: 1475000
beds: 5
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 2816
sqft_lot: 8980
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1910
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "523 Branch Street"
city: San Luis Obispo
state: CA
zip: 93401
county: "San Luis Obispo County"
lat: 35.2700182
lng: -120.6606725
days_on_market: 0
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Lindsey Harn"
list_office: "Christie's International Real Estate Sereno"
list_agent_phone: "–"
list_agent_license: 01868098
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-05-15
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | San Luis Obispo County | San Luis Obispo | 93401 | 523 Branch Street

523 Branch Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

MLS: CRSC26080122 | Status: Active | Price: $1,475,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 3
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5 3 2,816 8,980 1910

Remarks

Positioned in the heart of San Luis Obispo’s sought-after Railroad District, this exceptional multi-unit property presents a rare investment opportunity just moments from Meadow Park, Hawthorne Park, and Downtown San Luis Obispo. Situated on a generous 8,980± square foot street-to-street lot, the property offers three separate residences with strong income potential and flexible living options. The front residence at 523 Branch Street features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, highlighted by a welcoming covered front porch, mature shade trees, and a spacious front yard. Inside, the open-concept living area creates a comfortable flow, while the kitchen includes convenient in-unit laundry. Tucked behind the main home are two additional units, 520 South A & B, both built in 1989. Each unit offers an open-concept lower level with a pass-through kitchen window to the living room and direct access from the dining area to a private yard space. Upstairs, you'll find a generously sized bedroom, full bathroom, and versatile loft area ideal for a home office or additional living space. Off-street parking is available in front of the units. With its prime central location, large lot, and three-unit configuration, this property offers an outstanding opportunity for investors, owner-occupan

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRSC26080122
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 0

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Fireplace None
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air, Wall Furnace

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool None

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Other, Parking Area, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District San Luis Coastal Unified
High School District San Luis Coastal Unified
HOA Fee $0

Contact Information

Lindsey Harn
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
License #: 01868098
Phone: –

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Hawthorne Elementary School public K-6 0.06 mi 6
Sinsheimer Elementary School public K-6 0.94 mi 8
San Luis Coastal Usd Adult public UG 0.98 mi N/A
Peep - De'Groot - Prepare School public K-12 1.00 mi N/A
San Luis Obispo High School public 9-12 1.07 mi 10
Smith (C. L.) Elementary School public K-6 1.71 mi 7
Teach Elementary School public 4-6 1.80 mi 9
Pacific Beach High School public 10-12 1.88 mi 1
Pacheco Elementary School public K-6 1.99 mi 7
Laguna Middle School public 7-8 2.08 mi 9
Bishop's Peak Elementary School public K-6 2.35 mi 9
Los Ranchos Elementary School public K-6 4.17 mi 7
San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court public 6-12 4.83 mi N/A

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4020 Righetti Ranch Rd. $1,199,000 3 3 1,621 Active
946 Parkview $1,380,000 4 3/1 2,317 Active
298 Ramona Dr $1,195,000 5 2 1,736 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of May 15, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Lindsey Harn.