779 Buchon Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Listed Price :
$1,800,000
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Beds :
4
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Baths :
3
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Property Size :
2,649 sqft
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Year Built :
1898
Property Description
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.
Interior Features
| Laundry Information |
| Location(s) |
Inside |
| Kitchen Information |
| Features |
Tile Counters |
| Bedroom Information |
| Bedrooms |
4 |
| Bathroom Information |
| Features |
Bathtub, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures |
| Bathrooms |
3 |
| Flooring Information |
| Material |
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood |
| Interior Information |
| Features |
Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Storage, Tile Counters |
| Cooling Type |
None |
| Heating Type |
Forced Air, Fireplace(s) |
Listing Information
| Address |
779 Buchon Street |
| City |
San Luis Obispo |
| State |
CA |
| Zip |
93401 |
| County |
San Luis Obispo |
| Listing Agent |
Jessica Padilla DRE #02130559 |
| Co-Listing Agent |
Ellie Washington DRE #02079797 |
| Courtesy Of |
Compass |
| List Price |
$1,800,000 |
| Status |
Active |
| Type |
Residential |
| Subtype |
Single Family Residence |
| Structure Size |
2,649 |
| Lot Size |
8,004 |
| Year Built |
1898 |
Listing information courtesy of: Jessica Padilla, Ellie Washington, Compass. *Based on information from the Association of REALTORS/Multiple Listing as of Feb 27th, 2025 at 10:12 PM and/or other sources. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
