Congratulations to Ashley and Trudy on successfully representing the sellers of this home in Atascadero!

This transaction was especially meaningful as it involved a returning client. Ashley and Trudy previously helped these clients purchase a different property, but when it came time to sell this one, they didn’t hesitate to reach back out.

The sellers were incredibly grateful for Ashley and Trudy’s professionalism, dedication and commitment to seeing the process through to a successful close. The property received a cash offer, and escrow went smoothly from start to finish.

We always appreciate when clients come back to us—it’s truly the biggest compliment. Well done, Ashley and Trudy!

Such a special one

Ashley and Trudy had the honor of representing a longtime friend in the search for the perfect home for her family. They’d been looking for a while—wanting space for their young son to grow and room to support her blooming business

This property checked every box: land, multiple workshops and the ideal layout. After missing out the first time, it came back around—and turned into one of the smoothest escrows!

Some things are truly meant to be

The North San Luis Obispo County housing market showed notable activity in March with an increase in the number of homes sold across all major areas. Home sales rose year-over-year in each city. Atascadero recorded 29 sales, marking a 12% increase. Paso Robles saw 60 homes sold, a 5% rise from last year, while Templeton experienced the most significant jump with 10 sales, representing a 150% increase.

Median home prices presented a mixed picture. Atascadero’s median price climbed to $826,000, a 5% increase. Paso Robles held steady at $761,000 showing practically no change year-over-year. Templeton, however, recorded a median price of $1,043,000, reflecting a 19% decrease compared to last March.

Homes across the region sold relatively quickly in March. The median days on market – measuring how long a home takes to go under contract – remained low, with Atascadero at just 5 days, Paso Robles at 13 days and Templeton with 7 days. This indicates sustained buyer demand, despite shifting conditions.

Sellers also achieved a strong sale to list price ratio. Atascadero homeowners received an average of 99% of their asking price, while both Paso Robles and Templeton sellers achieved close to 100%, highlighting, competitive pricing and motivated buyers.

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Time to catch up on a some recently sold properties at the Malik Real Estate office—and teamwork is definitely the common thread. From the mother-daughter team of Trudy Futak and Ashley Hanson helping a past client purchase their dream property, to agents Kelly Thulin and Trudy Futak collaborating to guide first-time buyers to a successful closing, these sales highlight the power of working together. Teamwork truly makes a difference, and it’s always rewarding to see it come together for our clients.

The North San Luis Obispo County real estate market began 2026 on a positive note, showing healthy activity and continued price growth across Atascadero and Paso Robles. Templeton did not record any closed sales in January, leaving limited data available for the month. As a result, we’ll check back next month to see how activity develops and what trends begin to emerge as we move closer to the spring market. While January typically reflects a seasonal slowdown, early-year numbers point to solid momentum heading into the spring market.

Atascadero recorded 24 homes sold in January, a 41% increase compared to the previous year. The median sales price reached $737,500, representing a 5% increase, pointing to continued demand despite the slower winter pace. Sellers received an average of 97% of their original list price, while days on market increased to 39, indicating buyers are taking more time to evaluate options.

Paso Robles reported 35 homes sold, a 9% increase year over year. The median sales price rose to $729,000, also a 5% increase, reflecting ongoing price appreciation. Homes sold for an average of 98% of list price, and days on market increased to 33, consistent with typical early-year conditions.

Overall, January reflected a market that remains balanced as 2026 gets underway. While longer days on market suggest a more measured pace, rising prices and high sale-to-list price ratios show that well-positioned homes continue to attract buyers. Activity is expected to increase as the market moves closer to the spring season.