Los Osos: Hidden Gem on the Central Coast
Los Osos is the kind of place where people come for a weekend and start browsing Zillow by Monday. Nestled between Morro Bay and Montaña de Oro State Park, it’s quiet, unpretentious, and packed with natural beauty—from misty mornings on the bay to epic bluff-top hikes.
You’ve got the Elfin Forest for boardwalk strolls, back bay views that reset your nervous system, and a local scene that leans more flannel and surfboards than flashy and scripted. Want to hit the links? Sea Pines Golf Resort offers a fun, relaxed round with ocean air and a casual vibe. And if you find yourself wandering into Baywood Park, you’ll discover a neighborhood with serious charm—funky cafes, waterside brunch spots, and streets that seem to slow time.
Real estate here includes everything from mid-century beach homes to hillside properties with sweeping views of the estuary and ocean. It’s competitive—not because it’s trendy, but because people fall in love with the lifestyle and don’t want to leave.
Need your Costco fix or craving Target? San Luis Obispo is just a quick 15-minute drive, making Los Osos feel tucked away without being totally off the grid.
If you're looking for a place to slow down without giving anything up, Los Osos might be your sweet spot. At BH Realty, we know the backroads, the view streets, and the hidden gems—and we’ll help you navigate the market like a local, minus the pressure.
15,692 people live in Los Osos, where the median age is 47.9 and the average individual income is $39,020. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Los Osos, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Baby'O Cafe, Bear City Social, and SLO Dog.
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Dining | 0.46 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining | 0.01 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining | 1.14 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.37 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 3.96 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.14 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.55 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.67 miles | 25 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.54 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 3.94 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.36 miles | 18 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 4.28 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 0.53 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 0.57 miles | 21 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 4.26 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Los Osos has 6,237 households, with an average household size of 2.5. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Los Osos do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 15,692 people call Los Osos home. The population density is 1,229.45 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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