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Listed by Matthew Purifoy, DRE #02108694 • Brix Realty Group
$ 1,060,000
Est. payment | /mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,523 SqFt
$ 1,060,000
Est. payment | /mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,523 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Condo
Sub Type Condominium
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,523 sqft
Price per Sqft $695
MLS Listing ID CRPW26196045
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1929
Lot Size 0.919 Acres
Property Sub-Type Condominium
Source California Regional MLS
Property Description
Historic Mills Act-designated penthouse in the iconic El Cortez-one of San Diego's most treasured 1920s Spanish Colonial Revival landmarks. This rare top-floor residence offers dramatic southern, eastern, and western panoramas of downtown and the bay, original architectural details such as decorative plasterwork and period tile, plus sensitive modern upgrades to the kitchen, baths, and building systems. As part of a Mills Act contract, the property conveys both significant historic-preservation protections and attractive property-tax benefits, making ownership a unique blend of cultural stewardship and financial advantage. Thoughtfully adapted for contemporary living, the penthouse is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence featuring a spacious open layout with a primary suite plus a second bedroom, in-unit laundry conveniently located by the kitchen, and access to the building's secured historic lobby - which includes a secured package room - and elevator. Situated steps from the Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, Balboa Park and the Embarcadero, this offering appeals to buyers who value architectural character, downtown convenience, and the prestige of a landmark address-contact the listing agent for full unit specifications, Mills Act terms, parking and HOA details.
Location
State CA
County San Diego
Area 92101 - San Diego Downtown
Interior
Cooling Central AC
Fireplaces Type None
Laundry Other, Washer, Stacked Only, Dryer
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Community Facility
View Marina, Ocean, City Lights
Building
Story One Story
Water District - Public
Others
Tax ID 5340320581
Special Listing Condition Not Applicable
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