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Templeton is a very pleasant and desirable rural community located about midway between Atascadero and Paso Robles in San Luis Obispo County.  Templeton is the true "small town living" of San Luis Obispo County.  It was founded in 1886 when the Southern Pacific Railroad came through the area.  Templeton Real Estate has retained much of its historical character.   Many of the old buildings have been restored and are still in use today. Along with its small town charm, Templeton is known for its exceptional school districts and sports programs.  There is also a very quaint down town area that offers some exceptional restaurants, a quaint down town park, and very peaceful atmosphere.

North Counties Twin Cities Community Hospital is also located in Templeton.   Twin Cities and its sister facility, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, together employ more than 1,200 people, making their parent company, Tenet Healthcare Corp. the second largest private employer in San Luis Obispo County. Templeton is surrounded by rich agricultural land. The topography ranges from semi-flat to hilly, with clusters of oak trees.   Almonds, cherries, apples, and grains are common crops in Templeton.   The most rapidly increasing crop is grapes. There are many wonderful boutique wineries to be found on the roads winding through the neighboring hills.

Templeton also boasts some of the best rated school districts in San Luis Obispo County.  The Education facilities in Templeton continue to grow with the student population.  Templeton Elementary School for students in grades K-2, Vineyard Elementary School for students in grades 3 to 5, Templeton Middle School for students in grades 6 through 8 and Templeton High School for grades 9 through 12.  The district has also added alternative educational programs to serve the unique needs of some students. These programs include a thriving home school program for students in grades K through 8 and an independent study high school for students in grades 9 through 12.  Vineyard Elementary School is also proud of the Vineyard Nature Trail where students are afforded the opportunity to study birds, fish and wildlife in their natural setting.

If you are looking for quality of life, exceptional school districts, and a small rural community feel, all nestled into one of the next big wine regions of California, Templeton Real Estate is surely worth a hard look.