Cuesta-by-the-Sea, CA

Is Los Osos, CA (Cuesta-by-the-Sea) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe47

Medium49

Low144

Other618

27 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape3

Child involved25

Assault1

Other0

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducts a traffic stop near the intersection of El Camino Real and Cabrillo. The stop appears to involve a specific vehicle license plate.	CA-1 & El Camino Real, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a reported vegetation fire near the northbound side of Highway 101 at the top of a grade in the San Luis Obispo area.	US-101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405	Wildfire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a possible intoxicated person outside a business on Higuera Street, with police already on scene.	Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401	Substance Use
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and police respond code 2 to reports of an intoxicated person sitting on a bench near Higuera Street in San Luis Obispo.	Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401	Substance Use
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Madonna Road and Los Osos Valley Road involving a Jeep utility vehicle. A records check on the vehicle reportedly came back clear and current.	Los Osos Valley Rd & Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was requested for an alert and conscious person near northbound US-(number withheld) at Santa Rosa Street in San Luis Obispo. Police were on scene and requested medical assistance. The medical unit was dispatched but later canceled.	N Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency was reported near northbound Highway 101 behind the police department area near Santa Rosa street. The call was later canceled by police on scene.	Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to reports of smoke near a hotel on Olive Street. A passerby reported seeing smoke but no flames, and an officer on scene later advised it appeared to be a barbecue.	Olive St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, unit 95 is transporting a medical emergency code 2 to Sierra Vista. MedCom advised availability to Sierra Vista.	Murray Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency transport is requested for a transfer from Sierra Vista to a care facility near Foothill Boulevard.	Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$962,341

Average Rent

$2,779

Vacancy Rate

5.4%

Nearby neighborhoods

Cuesta-by-the-Sea Overview

Cuesta-by-the-Sea is a suburban coastal neighborhood in Los Osos, California with a median home price of $962,341.

The community is upper-middle income with no children living below the poverty line, and features mostly owner-occupied homes built between 1940 and 1999.

CoastalSuburbanUpper-Middle IncomeLow Child Poverty

Quick Facts

Vacancy Rate	5.4%

Housing market and real estate character

Cuesta-by-the-Sea features mostly owner-occupied single-family and mobile homes, many built between 1970 and 1999.

Housing Age	Many built 1970-1999

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes built between 1940 and 1999, offering a mix of medium and small single-family homes.

Vacancy rate below average suggests steady demand.

Families & Lifestyle

Cuesta-by-the-Sea is a retiree-friendly, peaceful neighborhood with a highly educated senior population and no child poverty.

Low child poverty indicates strong family support.

High owner occupancy supports residential stability.

Professional Workforce — Nearly half employed in executive, management, and professional roles.

Diverse Ancestry — Residents report English, Irish, German, Mexican, and Italian ancestries.

Retiree-Friendly Rank	Top 5.7% in California
Child Poverty Rate	0.0%

Demographics

Executive & Professional Share	48.8
Income Rank	Higher than 83.2% of US neighborhoods
Top Languages	["English","Spanish"]
Top Ancestries	["English","Irish","German","Mexican","Italian"]

Commute

Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone, with some carpooling.

Commute length and mode impact daily life and expenses.

Short Commutes — Over half commute between 15 and 30 minutes, easing daily travel.

Car-Dependent — Most residents drive alone, reflecting suburban lifestyle.

Commute 15-30 Minutes	51.5%
Drive Alone Rate	67.8%
Carpool Rate	11.8%

Homes for sale near 93409

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$1,049,000

3 bd | 2 ba | 1,666 sqft

1736 Royal Ct

San Luis Obispo, CA, 93409