A Rare SLO Find: Character, Flexibility & Income Potential in the Desirable Banana BeltDiscover a unique opportunity in San Luis Obispo’s desirable Banana Belt, conveniently located near French Hospital, Sinsheimer Park and Elementary, SLO High and Terrace Hill hiking trails. This distinctive property blends Craftsman charm and architectural character in the main house with a newly built, modern ADU. Offering exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, extended guests, or potential rental income, the property sits on a generous ~7,500-square-foot lot. Perched above the street, mature landscaping and a fully fenced yard create a surprisingly private setting to enjoy spectacular sunsets, watch fireworks from nearby SLO Blues games, or unwind in the elevated hot tub retreat.Main House Features: – 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a dedicated laundry room, and a two-car garage. – Architectural character featuring sculptural details, graceful arches, fresh bedroom carpeting, and imported Italian porcelain flooring that offers the look of hand-pressed Saltillo tile while offering high durability. – Thoughtfully designed kitchen with a custom laid mosaic backsplash, butcher-block countertops, copper sink, custom soft close cabinetry with pullouts, stainless steel appliances, and under-cabinet lighting. – Beautifully detailed bathrooms showcasing purpleheart wood framing Italian Carrara marble in the hall bath and a matching floor-to-ceiling marble shower in the primary suite, with soft close cabinetry in each.- Private primary suite entrance from the backyard, with convenient access to the elevated hot tub retreat.Private ADU Features:- Approximately 1,000-square-foot, newly built, light-filled 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath ADU with its own address, attached at the corner of the main house with minimal shared interior walls for added privacy. – Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, two matching upstairs bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and soaking tubs, and west-facing sunset views from the living areas, bedrooms, and brand-new redwood deck.-Custom, soft close cabinetry and a gorgeous handcrafted mahogany burlwood center island.Energy Efficiency & Comfort-Owned solar system that has historically offset electricity usage, often resulting in utility credits when production exceeds usage.-Mini-split heating and cooling in every bedroom and both living rooms for individualized comfort throughout both living spaces.- Dual-pane windows for improved energy efficiency and sound insulationIncome Potential: Estimated ADU rental potential of $3,500+ per month. Historical annual income of approximately $25,000 from operating the primary suite as an Airbnb Homestay. Potential for Homestay use of the attached ADU, subject to City of San Luis Obispo regulations and approval. Buyers to independently verify rental estimates, permitting, eligibility, owner-occupancy requirements, and allowable future uses.
Property Details
Price:
$1,590,000
MLS #:
226004897
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
4.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
slosanluisobispo
Listed Date:
Oct 15, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,519
Lot Size:
7,405 sqft / 0.17 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1973
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Schools
Interior
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Electric
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
Solar
Interior Features
Pantry, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Levels
Two
Exterior
Architectural Style
Craftsman
Covered Spaces
2
Direction Faces
South
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters, Barbecue
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Level, Park Nearby, Back Yard
Other Structures
Guest House Attached
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Spa Features
Bath, Above Ground
Stories
2
View
Hills
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1602 Sydney Street San Luis Obispo CA
- CitySan Luis Obispo
- CountySan Luis Obispo
- Zip Code93401
Subdivisions in San Luis Obispo
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Luis Obispo as of Oct 20, 2026
102
Single Family Listed
72
Avg DOM
725
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,734,127
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1602 Sydney Street San Luis Obispo CA is a Single Family for sale in San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401. It is listed for $1,590,000 and features 5 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 2,519 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1973. The current price per square foot is $631. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Luis Obispo is $725. The average listing price for Single Family in San Luis Obispo is $1,734,127. To schedule a showing of MLS#226004897 at 1602 Sydney Street in San Luis Obispo, CA, contact your Outland and Associates Real Estate agent at 8054813939.
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San Luis Obispo, CA
