Los Osos

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Los Osos

This bayside, peaceful haven on the north coast of San Luis Obispo County is perfectly suited for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Enjoy pristine beaches, mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, paddling, bird watching, and more in Montana de Oro State Park, which offers miles of trails with views of stunning coastline. Wildflowers bloom in the spring, and tide pools wait to be explored.

Climate

On average, there are 285 sunny days per year in Los Osos. The July high is around 83 degrees. The January low is 39. In Los Osos, the summers are long, comfortable, arid, and clear, and the winters are cold, wet, and partly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 38°F to 74°F and is rarely below 30°F or above 82°F.

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Culture

Spend hours following scenic trails that can be explored by mountain bike or your favorite pair of hiking shoes. Ride horses through the dunes trails that lead to the expansive beach. Kayak or take your paddleboard through the calm bay and estuary. Spend an afternoon on a gorgeously green golf course. Check out the Elfin Forest to discover a beautiful natural habitat. Other activities include surfing, visiting art galleries, and enjoying live music. Annual events include the Car Show and Oktoberfest.

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Schools

There are three public schools in Los Osos: Monarch Grove Elementary School, Baywood Elementary School and Los Osos Middle School commonly known as LOMS. Monarch Grove Elementary academic test scores are far above the state average according to greatschools.com. There are also two private schools in nearby Morro Bay, which is within five miles of Los Osos. Cuesta Community College and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo University are within 15 miles of city limits.

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Market

The median home value in Los Osos is $543,426. Los Osos home values have gone up 7.6% over the past year and Zillow predicts they will rise 3.7% within the next year. The median list price per square foot in Los Osos is $424, which is higher than the San Luis Obispo Metro average of $366 which is to be expected with the close proximity to the ocean.

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Lifestyle

Los Osos/Baywood Park is known for its Farmers’ Market. This small town has limited restaurant opportunities, but diners will find surf-and-turf cuisine, Thai food, sushi, Mexican food, and more.

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