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1018 & 1022 Islay Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

– beds
– baths
– sqft
4,750 sqft lot
1900 build
– on site

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!

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Jeff Landon / Keller Williams Realty Central Coast / 8059043444

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 2, 2025 •

MLS# PI25042874 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1900
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Building Area Total:

2457.00
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Total Number Of Units:

2
# of Buildings:

1
Roof:

Composition, Shingle
Stories Total:

2
Entry Level:

1
Number With Patio:

2
Accessibility Features:

Grab Bars In Bathroom(s)
Common Walls:

1 Common Wall
Faces:

Southeast
# of Separate Gas Meters:

2
# of Separate Water Meters:

1
# of Separate Electric Meters:

2

Interior

Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting
Levels:

Two
Entry Location:

Front
Flooring:

Carpet, Vinyl
Room Type:

Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Number Wall AC:

2
Laundry:

Outside
Laundry:

1

Location

Directions:

From the 101 - south on Santa Rosa, right on Islay, home is on the right.
Latitude:

35.27768100
Longitude:

-120.65703800

The Property

Property Type:

Residential Income
Subtype:

Duplex
Property Condition:

Updated/Remodeled
Zoning:

R3
Lot Features:

2-5 Units/Acre
Lot Size Area:

4750.0000
Lot Size Acres:

0.1090
Lot Size SqFt:

4750.00
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
View:

1
View:

Hills, Neighborhood
Fencing:

Wood
Fence:

Yes
Road Frontage:

City Street
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Property Attached:

1
Additional Parcels:

No
Other Structures:

Shed(s)
Land Lease:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Block:

172
Tax Census Tract:

111.01
Tax Lot:

11

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

003544012

Utilities

Utilities:

Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Included:

Yes

The Community

Subdivision:

San Luis Obispo(380)
Subdivision:

San Luis Obispo(380)
Features:

Suburban
Association:

No
Pool:

None
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

No
Spa Features:

None
Assessments:

Yes
Assessments:

Unknown

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Driveway

Extra Units

Average 3 Bed Area:

2375
Number With Carpet:

2
Number With Dishwasher:

2
Number With Refrigerator:

2

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/27/25 Feb 27, 2025	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$2,300,000

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This multifamily located in Downtown San Luis Obispo Core, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 is currently for sale for $2,300,000. 1018 & 1022 Islay Street is a – square foot multifamily with – beds and – baths that has been on Estately for 53 days. 1018 & 1022 Islay Street is in the Downtown San Luis Obispo Core neighborhood of San Luis Obispo and has a WalkScore® of 90, making it very walkable. This multifamily is in the attendance area of Laguna Middle School, San Luis Obispo High School, and Hawthorne Elementary School.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and Keller Williams Realty Central Coast. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 15:20 on Apr 21.

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