Own a piece of San Diego's storied past in the legendary El Cortez building-an iconic 1926 Spanish Colonial Revival masterpiece perched atop charming Cortez Hill. This seventh-floor pied-a-terre is bright, inviting, and filled with historic character, featuring one bedroom, one bath, soaring 9-foot windows, and stunning views of the Balboa Park Tower. The bedroom's elegant double-door entry leads to the bedroom and the unit enjoys a spacious custom walk-in closet, central heat and air, a Nest thermostat, easy elevator access, and one parking space. Beyond its architectural allure, El Cortez delivers resort-style living in a warm, pet-friendly community known for its neighborly camaraderie and friendly chats. Residents enjoy expansive terraces with a BBQ area on the 2nd floor terrace, a pool and spa, a fully equipped fitness center, secured bike storage, underground parking with EV charging, and attentive on-site management. Each floor includes community laundry, and with only five homes on the seventh level, only 3 homes share the community laundry on this level. Located just minutes from Balboa Park, Petco Park, Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, San Diego Harbor, and the airport, this residence pairs timeless elegance with unbeatable urban access. Mills Act approval means substantial property tax savings, adding even more value to your investment. At El Cortez, you don't just own a home-you become part of a living legacy, embraced by a connected and spirited community. It's elevated downtown living, redefined.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 15x9
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Range/Oven
- Refrigerator
- Electric Cooking
- Laundry Features: Electric
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Forced Air
- Heating Features: Forced Air Unit
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Heating: Yes
Interior Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Kitchen and Dining
Other Rooms
- Extra Room-1 Dimensions: 9x6
- Living Room Dimensions: 14x11
- Exercise Room: Yes
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Below Ground, Community/Common
Exterior and Lot Features
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.92
- Lot Size Square Feet: 40075
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Garage Description: Community Garage
- Parking Features: Community Garage
- Parking Total: 1
Home Features
- View: City, Evening Lights, Panoramic, Landmark, Neighborhood, City Lights
- Security Features: Gated Community
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 1046
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Limited Insurance, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1046
- Association Name: El Cortez HOA
- Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions
Multi-Unit Info
- Number of Units In Community: 85
- Number of Units: 85
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: BBQ, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Laundry Facilities, Pet Restrictions, Pool
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: San Diego
- Directions: 7th to Ash
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: SAN DIEGO DOWNTOWN (92101)
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: DOWNTOWN
- Parcel Number: 534-032-05-61
- Subdivision: DOWNTOWN
- Zoning: SPECIAL AN
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 498
- Year Built: 1929
- Building Area Units: Sqft
- Building Exterior Type: Cement Siding, Concrete
- Building Name: El Cortez
- Entry Level: 7
- Levels: 1 Story
- Living Area Units: Sqft
- Roof: Composition, Rolled/Hot Mop
- Levels or Stories: 15
- Elevator: Yes
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water Source: Meter on Property