Rare & stylish bachelor(ette) loft featuring striking 20-foot ceilings & an outdoor patio. Don't be discouraged by monthly HOA. The current owner is paying only $2,200 ANNUALLY* in property taxes because of Mills Act Historic designation. Private entrance accessible from 1st floor of building, NO elevator needed! Step through elegant French doors into an expansive, sunlit open space with soaring ceilings, exposed beams, and an urban NYC loft ambiance ideal for art displays. The main level offers beautiful natural wood floors, a modern kitchen with island, spacious living area, full guest bath, and walk-in storage. Upstairs, the loft includes a roomy bedroom, dedicated office area, walk-in closet, and second full bath. Outside, relax on your private patio nestled among jacarandas with views of the city skyline. Perched 175 feet above sea level, the iconic El Cortez is a San Diego Historical Landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally built in 1927, it has hosted notable guests like Eisenhower and Elvis Presley. Set in tranquil Cortez Hill, you're close to Petco Park, Gaslamp, Little Italy, and Balboa Park. Amenities include parking, fitness center, pool, and EV chargers. Visit this exceptional home today-Carpe Diem! *Mills Act subject to annual assessment and extension every 5 years. Buyer to satisfy themselves with Mills Act terms.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 14X13
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Electric Stove
- Laundry Features: Electric
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Forced Air
- Heating Features: Forced Air Unit
- Heating Fuel: Other/Remarks
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
Other Rooms
- Extra Room-1 Dimensions: 8X8
- Living Room Dimensions: 15x12
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Community/Common
Exterior and Lot Features
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.92
- Lot Size Square Feet: 40075
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Underground
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 1151
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1151
- Association Name: El Cortez
- Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions
Multi-Unit Info
- Number of Units In Community: 85
- Number of Units: 85
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: San Diego
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: SAN DIEGO DOWNTOWN (92101)
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: DOWNTOWN
- Parcel Number: 534-032-05-03
- Subdivision: DOWNTOWN
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1201
- Year Built: 1929
- Building Area Units: Sqft
- Building Exterior Type: Concrete
- Building Name: El Cortez
- Entry Level: 1
- Levels: 2 Story
- Living Area Units: Sqft
- Property Age: 96
- Roof: Synthetic
- Levels or Stories: 15
- House Style: High Rise (5+ Stories)
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mediterranean/Spanish
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water Source: Meter on Property