San Luis Obispo Neighborhood
Is The Southside / Meadow Park a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in San Luis Obispo, California - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe63
Medium44
Low152
Other724
48 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape6
Child involved42
Assault3
Other1
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, a medical call was reported for an unknown sick person near South Higuera Street, space (number withheld). | S Higuera St Spc 161, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent code 3 to a mobile home park on South Higuera Street in San Luis Obispo for a 49-year-old man with possible stroke symptoms, including a drooping face, vomiting, and numbness on his left side. | S Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 | Medical Emergency |
| 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 |
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Median Home Price
$1,142,392
Average Rent
$2,678
Vacancy Rate
10.8%
Bicycle Commuters
4.6%
Overview
The Southside / Meadow Park is an urban neighborhood in San Luis Obispo, CA, with a mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartment buildings.
It has a strong college presence and a high rate of bicycle commuting, with many residents enjoying short commutes.
UrbanCollege-focusedHigh Bicycle Commuting
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 10.8% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
The Southside / Meadow Park housing is mostly renter occupied with many older homes built between 1940 and 1999.
| Vacancy Rate | 10.8 |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most residences were built between 1940 and 1999, reflecting a mature neighborhood.
Vacancy is above average, possibly indicating weaker demand or new construction.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has a strong college presence and a very low childhood poverty rate.
Active Commuting — 4.6% of residents bike to work, one of the highest rates nationally.
College Community — 13.5% of residents are enrolled in college, influencing neighborhood dynamics.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 0.8% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 54.5% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Above average |
| Foreign Born | 13.1% |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican (17.2%)","Irish (15.9%)","German (12.7%)","English (9.2%)","Asian (6.9%)"] |
| Top Languages | ["English (77.3%)","Spanish (18.5%)"] |
| Swiss Ancestry | 1.7% |
| British Ancestry | 2.3% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes, with a notable share biking to work.
The Southside / Meadow Park offers very short commutes and exceptional bike commuting options.
Short Commutes — Nearly two-thirds of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Bike Friendly — The neighborhood ranks among the top nationally for bicycle commuting.
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 64.4% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 56.2 |
| Carpool | 10.4 |
| Walk to Work | 7.4 |
| Bike to Work | 4.6 |
Homes for sale near 93401
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$296,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,200 sqft
3860 S Higuera St Spc 217
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$1,170,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,214 sqft
2357 Boulevard Del Campo Blvd
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$240,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,022 sqft
3960 S Higuera St Space 135
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$4,595,000
4 bd | 4 ba | 4,725 sqft
4950 Davenport Creek Rd
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$850,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,659 sqft
3591 Sacramento Dr APT 47
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$375,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,385 sqft
3395 S Higuera St Space 8
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$275,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 840 sqft
3057 S Higuera St Space 42
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$1,260,120
4 bd | 3 ba | 2,273 sqft
252 Memphis Belle Way Ct
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$398,000
2 bd | 1 ba | 1,216 sqft
3057 S Higuera St Space 111
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$383,900
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,560 sqft
3395 S Higuera St Space 4
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$879,500
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,893 sqft
3591 Sacramento Dr APT 25
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
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4 bd | 5 ba | 3,658 sqft
Estrella 4A Farmhouse Plan, Enclave at Righetti
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$859,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,651 sqft
3864 Righetti Ranch Road
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$1,199,000
3 bd | 3 ba | 1,621 sqft
4020 Righetti Ranch Rd
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$885,000
2 bd | 3 ba | 1,705 sqft
2460 Victoria Ave Unit 102
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$375,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,272 sqft
3960 S Higuera St Spc 66
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$415,000
2 bd | 3 ba | 1,740 sqft
3395 S Higuera St Space 48
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$529,000
1 bd | 1 ba | 736 sqft
3591 Sacramento Dr Unit 216
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
$949,000
2 bd | 3 ba | 2,005 sqft
2460 Victoria Ave Unit 104
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93409
$1,170,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,214 sqft
2357 Boulevard Del Campo Blvd
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93409
$275,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 840 sqft
3057 S Higuera St Space 42
San Luis Obispo, CA, 93409
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in The Southside / Meadow Park?
The median home price is $1,142,392.
What is notable about commuting here?
4.6% of residents bike to work, one of the highest rates in the U.S.
What is the childhood poverty rate?
Only 0.8% of children live below the federal poverty line.