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53 Rafael Way

San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

3 beds
2 baths
1,232 sqft
5,600 sqft lot
$810 per sqft
1951 build
– on site

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!

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Tim Riley / Century 21 Masters / 805-748-1197

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 6, 2025 •

MLS# SC25145137 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1951
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Stucco
Total Number Of Units:

1
Roof:

Composition
Foundation:

Raised
Structure Type:

House
Stories Total:

1
Entry Level:

1
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered, Deck
Patio:

1
Common Walls:

No Common Walls

Interior

Levels:

One
Entry Location:

1
Window Features:

Double Pane Windows
Flooring:

Wood
Room Type:

All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Suite
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Living Room, Wood Burning
Laundry:

In Garage
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1232.00

Location

Directions:

Foothill BLVD to S Tassajara Dr, Right on Ramona, Left on Rafael Way
Latitude:

35.29225700
Longitude:

-120.67907300

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Zoning:

R1
Lot Features:

Front Yard, Rectangular Lot, Level
Lot Size Area:

5600.0000
Lot Size Acres:

0.1286
Lot Size SqFt:

5600.00
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
View:

1
View:

Mountain(s), Neighborhood
Additional Parcels:

No
Land Lease:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Census Tract:

112.02
Tax Tract:

31
Tax Lot:

4

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

3
Main Level Bedrooms:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Bathroom Features:

Walk-in shower
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

2
Main Level Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Three Quarter Baths:

1

The Listing

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Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

052152004

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Schools

High School District:

San Luis Coastal Unified

The Community

Subdivision:

San Luis Obispo(380)
Subdivision:

San Luis Obispo(380)
Features:

Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Hiking, Sidewalks
Association:

No
Pool:

None
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

No
Assessments:

Yes
Assessments:

Unknown

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Deck, Driveway, Garage, Garage - Single Door, RV Potential
Parking Spaces:

3.00
Attached Garage:

Yes
Garage Spaces:

1.00
Uncovered Spaces:

2.00

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$999,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$5,349
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$274
Utilities	$176 See report
Total	$5,799/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/28/25 Jun 28, 2025	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$999,000	10.0% (5.3% / YR)
8/7/23 Aug 7, 2023		BRIDGE	$908,000	1.0%
7/18/23 Jul 18, 2023		BRIDGE	$899,000

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This house located in Bishops Knoll, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 is currently for sale for $999,000. 53 Rafael Way is a 1,232 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 8 days. 53 Rafael Way is in the Bishops Knoll neighborhood of San Luis Obispo and has a WalkScore® of 55, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Laguna Middle School, Bishop'S Peak Elementary School, and San Luis Obispo High School.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and Century 21 Masters. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 00:02 on Jul 06.

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