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Unincorporated Central Coast Town

Rentals in Nipomo, CA

Welcome to Nipomo, an unincorporated Central Coast community set on the mesa between Santa Maria and Pismo Beach.

Nipomo is an unincorporated community in the southern reaches of San Luis Obispo County, California, occupying a broad coastal mesa that rises between the Santa Maria River valley and the Pacific shoreline. Its name comes from the Chumash word for the area, and the landscape has long been shaped by ranching, farming, and the open dune country that runs along its western edge. The community sits just off US 101, making it a practical Central Coast location that is a short drive from the agricultural center of Santa Maria to the south and the beach towns of Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande to the north. The 2020 census counted roughly 18,000 residents, reflecting steady growth over recent decades as the mesa's ranchland has given way to a mix of established neighborhoods and newer subdivisions. Nipomo retains an unincorporated, semi-rural character: ranch-style homes on generous lots, small farm properties, and planned residential communities coexist, while much of daily life still revolves around Tefft Street, the town's main east-west corridor. The absence of a city government means services are provided by San Luis Obispo County and special districts, a structure that preserves the area's low-key, spread-out feel. Nipomo appeals most to people who want the mild coastal climate and open space of the Central Coast without the density and price pressure of the beachfront communities. It functions in part as a commuter and retirement community, with residents drawn by the school district, the nearby dunes and beaches, and easy access to both Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo employment centers. The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes along the coast provide a defining natural backdrop, while the town's own parks, ballfields, and community events give it a stable, family-oriented rhythm.

Population 18,176
County San Luis Obispo
Active Listings 104
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What county is Nipomo in?

Nipomo is in San Luis Obispo County, on California's Central Coast. It is an unincorporated community, meaning it does not have its own city government and receives services such as roads, parks, and public safety from the county and local special districts rather than a municipal administration.

What school district serves Nipomo?

Nipomo is served by the Lucia Mar Unified School District, the largest school district in San Luis Obispo County. The district covers about 550 square miles at the southern end of the county and operates several elementary schools within Nipomo, including Nipomo Elementary, Dana Elementary, and Dorothea Lange Elementary.

How far is Nipomo from Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo?

Nipomo sits directly along US 101, roughly a 10- to 15-minute drive south of Santa Maria and about 25 to 30 minutes north of San Luis Obispo, depending on traffic. Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande are just to the north, and the coastal route on California State Route 1 runs about five miles west of town.

What is Nipomo known for?

Nipomo is best known for its setting on a coastal mesa beside the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes, one of the largest coastal dune complexes on the West Coast. The dunes, which include a national wildlife refuge, county park, and Oso Flaco Lake Natural Area, draw hikers, birders, and beachgoers from across the Central Coast.

Is Nipomo an incorporated city?

No. Nipomo is an unincorporated town, officially a census-designated place in San Luis Obispo County. It has grown substantially over recent decades but remains governed by the county rather than a municipal council, which contributes to its semi-rural, low-density character.

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How homes have been selling here over the last 90 days.

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Went Under Contract 0
trending_down Price Reductions 0
payments Median Sale Price $1,045,000 +22.9%
square_foot Price per Sq Ft $510
schedule Avg Days on Market 46
sell Homes Sold 43
percent Sale-to-List Ratio 99.0%
inventory_2 Months of Inventory 5.2

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220 Hans Place For Rent
$10,000
220 Hans PlaceNipomo, CA 93444
  • 6 bd
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  • 3923 sqft
  • 24469305
Beverly and Company, Inc.
230 Hans Place For Rent
$15,985
230 Hans PlaceNipomo, CA 93444
  • 12 bd
  • 9 ba
  • 7846 sqft
  • 24456219
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