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$1,800,000

Beds
4
Baths
3.0
sq ft
2,649

779 Buchon St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

779 Buchon St

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

  • 16 days on market
Gorgeous historic home with 3 Bd / 2 Ba main home plus attached 1 Bd / 1 Ba guest unit. Perched on the highly coveted Buchon Street in the Old Town Historic District, the “Nob Hill” of San Luis Obispo - Oprah's "happiest city in North America.” 779 Buchon is #126 on the Master Historical list "The Trousdale Home" and within 2 blocks to everything that Downtown SLO has to offer. Rare 8,000 SF downtown lot with spacious yard and ample parking with 2 driveways - one on Buchon St and one on Garden St, with room for multiple cars and RV / boat. This remarkable home offers versatility and spaciousness, with multiple living areas, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, office options, plus an attached 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with separate entrance from the front porch. The home exudes architectural charm with its historic detail and finishes, soaring ceilings, natural light, and stunning mountain views of the iconic Cerro San Luis. The Trousdale Home is an example of transitional building patterns between the end of the Victorian era and beginning of the Classical Revival period. Early occupants were railroad employees H.S. Trousdale (1904), John Mathlers (1912), SLO pioneer businessman and banker J.P. Andrews (1914). Step inside to discover a blend of historical charm & modern amenities including fully-owned solar. The original 5-bedroom home had 2 bedrooms on the main level, which have been opened up to create larger living spaces & open floorplan. Cozy up by the wood burning fireplace in the living room, and enjoy views from the front windows. The kitchen features a large butcher block breakfast bar, double oven, gas stove, stainless steel appliances, and flows into the living room, dining room, and backyard for seamless entertaining. The 1,350 sq. ft partially finished basement offers a perfect space for creating your private wine cellar, home gym, workshop, or more. Don't miss your chance with this remarkable property combining historical charm with convenient amenities, just 2 blocks from beloved downtown San Luis Obispo. Schedule your viewing today and experience the best of the SLO life! **Floorplans & dimensions are approximate. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyers to verify all information.

Details

Property type

Single Family Residence

Lot size

8,004 sq ft

Price per sq ft

$680

Year built

1898

HOA

No

Price History

02/06/2025
CRMLS

CRMLS #PI25023926

Listed
$1,800,000

Schools & Community

Elementary school: 

Unknown

Middle school: 

Unknown

High school: 

Unknown

Community features: 

Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks

High school district: 

San Luis Coastal Unified

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Status: Active

Tomo last checked: 02/22/2025 at 10:55 AM

Listing updated: 02/18/2025 at 1:57 PM

Listed by: Jessica Padilla, Jessica Padilla, CompassCompass Phone #: (805) 779-7800

MLS: CRMLS #PI25023926

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