Central Coast, CA relocation guide
Moving to Atascadero, CA
$716,500Median home value
San Luis Obispo CountyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Atascadero
Atascadero is a Central Coast city of about 30,000 between Paso Robles wine country and San Luis Obispo. Its landmark City Hall and Sunken Gardens anchor a small downtown, and Atascadero Lake Park with the Charles Paddock Zoo sits at its edge. The city blends suburban neighborhoods with easy access to beaches, wine tasting, and Cal Poly.
Home prices in Atascadero
The median home value in Atascadero is $716,500.
Top places in Atascadero
- Charles Paddock Zoo — in Atascadero Lake Park.
- Sunken Gardens — formal gardens in front of historic City Hall.
- Atascadero Lake Park — lake, trails, and picnic areas.
- Downtown Atascadero — shops and restaurants along El Camino Real.
- Nearby Paso Robles wine country — 15 minutes north.
Commuting from Atascadero
- San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (~25 min).
- US-101 runs through town to San Luis Obispo (~20 min) and Paso Robles.
- Amtrak and regional bus service at the Atascadero transit center.
Atascadero FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Atascadero, CA?
The median home value in Atascadero is $716,500. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Atascadero, CA?
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (~25 min).
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.