$1,550,000
SOLD DEC 19, 2024
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,748 Sq Ft
$1,658/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$887 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

71 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • 1-minute walk to Santa Fe Depot
  • Gated Parking
  • Fitness Center
  • In Ground Pool
  • Gated Community

About This Home

As of December 2024

Discover unparalleled urban luxury in this southwest corner residence at the prestigious Sapphire Tower! Bathed in natural light from abundant windows, this home offers breathtaking blue water views of the San Diego Bay from your private west-facing balcony. Inside, you’ll find soaring ceilings, stunning wood floors, and exposed beams, creating a sophisticated and welcoming atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring stainless steel appliances, including a Dacor oven, granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, recessed lighting, and a breakfast bar with elegant pendant lighting. Unwind in the spacious primary suite, complete with a luxurious ensuite bathroom. Enjoy dual granite vanities, ample cabinetry, a glass shower enclosure, and a soaking tub with a picturesque view window. Additional conveniences include an in-unit stackable washer and dryer, as well as two secured parking spaces (one with 240 wiring for electric vehicle). Experience elevated urban living in this stunning residence, where every detail is designed for your comfort and style. Welcome to your new home at Sapphire Tower! Sapphire Tower is situated in the desirable Columbia District and is only a short walk to Waterfront Park, Seaport Village, The Headquarters, and the brand-new Rady’s Shell at Jacobs Park, a unique live music venue and home of the San Diego Symphony! Also enjoy proximity to the future life science and biotechnology research development The Research and Development District (The RaDD) at the Embarcadero and the sustainable tech-focused Horton Plaza Redevelopment in the center of the city. Sapphire Tower is unique in that it only has 97 units, maximizing a private and serene urban lifestyle. Residents can take advantage of a resort-style pool and hot tub with a recently remodeled deck area, barbecues, sauna, exercise room, and newly renovated lobby and community lounge/ theatre. Life is good at Sapphire Tower, just steps from the heart of Little Italy! Excluded: dining chandelier & wall scones by doors

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gregg Neuman

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00809392 Listed on: 09/08/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Denny Oh

Compass License #01420194

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,267

Year Built

  • Built in 2008 | Remodeled

HOA Fees

  • $1,658 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gated Parking

Property Views

  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,748 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Entryway
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • End Unit
  • West of 5 Freeway

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 533-472-10-16

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, gated community, hot water, limited insurance, roof maintenance, trash pickup, water
  • 97 Units
  • Action Property Mgmt Association, Phone Number (619) 269-1058
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Sapphire Tower Community
  • 32-Story Property

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Barbecue Grill

Recreation

  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Security Service
  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,267

Year Built

Built in 2008 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,658 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Attached Style: High Rise (5+ Stories)
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Market Area: Metro Central
  • Cross Street: W A Street
  • Neighborhood: Columbia District / Downtown
  • Supplement: Sapphire Tower is situated in the desirable Columbia District and is only a short walk to Waterfront Park, Seaport Village, The Headquarters, and the brand-new Rady’s Shell at Jacobs Park, a unique live music venue and home of the San Diego Symphony! Also enjoy proximity to the future life science and biotechnology research development The Research and Development District (The RaDD) at the Embarcadero and the sustainable tech-focused Horton Plaza Redevelopment in the center of the city. Sapphire Tower is unique in that it only has 97 units, maximizing a private and serene urban lifestyle. Residents can take advantage of a resort-style pool and hot tub with a recently remodeled deck area, barbecues, sauna, exercise room, and newly renovated lobby and community lounge/ theatre. Life is good at Sapphire Tower, just steps from the heart of Little Italy! Excluded: dining chandelier & wall scones by doors
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,500 to 1,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 914.76
  • Miscellaneous: Elevators/Stairclimber
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 886.73
  • Residential Unit Location: End Unit
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 886.73
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 32
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2008
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: No
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Unit Number Space Number: 1704
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Bathtub, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Granite Counters, Living Room Balcony, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Shower, Shower In Tub, Kitchen Open To Family Rm
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Sub Flooring: Slab other Story
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Range/Stove Hood, Counter Top, Gas Cooking
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Walls: Drywall
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, MBR Entry Level, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Entry, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17x11
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Closet Stacked
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1748
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Patio: Balcony, Covered, Stone/Tile
  • Pool: Below Ground, Community/Common
  • Spa: Community/Common, Yes
  • View: Bay, City, Evening Lights, Ocean, Water, Coastline, Neighborhood, City Lights

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Assigned, Attached, Gated, Underground, Community Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Security: Gated Community
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Telecommunications: Cable (coaxial)
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Sapphire Tower
  • Total Fees: 19892.76
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Units In Building: 97
  • Total Number of Units: 97
  • Community: DOWNTOWN
  • Complex Features: BBQ, Clubhouse/Rec Room, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pool, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Home Owner Association: Action Property Mgmt
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Hot Water, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Water
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 1657.73
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 619-269-1058
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Controlled Access, Gym/Ex Room, Hot Water, Outdoor Cooking Area, Pets Permitted, Spa, Barbecue, Pool, Security

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: 1
  • Entry Level Unit: 17

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 1658

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 0 (Common Interest)
  • Site: Public Street, Sidewalks, Street Paved, West of I-5
  • Topography: Level
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 533-472-10-16

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2024
Sold by
Shaughnessy Michael Dennis and Piper Eliza
Bought by
Decorral Jorge and Werner Lauren Patrice
Total Days on Market
71
Current Estimated Value
$1,524,311

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,150,000
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 1, 2022
Closed on
Feb 12, 2022
Sold by
Tarut Ernest Francis
Bought by
Shaughnessy Michael Dennis and Shaughnessy Piper Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Robert Antoniadis
Robert Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gayle Steele
Green Coast Realty
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,595,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.33%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 2021
Sold by
Alan Gold Corey
Bought by
Gold Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 2017
Sold by
Tarut Ernest F
Bought by
Tarut Ernest Francis

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2010
Sold by
Cw San Diego Towers Sapphire Llc
Bought by
Tarut Ernest F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Interest Rate
4.68%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,550,000 California Title Company
Grant Deed $1,595,000 Chicago Title
Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $900,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,150,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $675,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/19/2024 12/19/24 Sold $1,550,000 -3.1% $887 / Sq Ft
11/19/2024 11/19/24 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2024 09/08/24 For Sale $1,599,000 +0.3% $915 / Sq Ft
03/16/2022 03/16/22 Sold $1,595,000 0.0% $912 / Sq Ft
02/04/2022 02/04/22 Pending -- -- --
01/01/2022 01/01/22 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $912 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $8,267 $1,550,000 $1,100,000 $450,000
2024 $8,267 $658,231 $412,711 $245,520
2023 $8,081 $645,325 $404,619 $240,706
2022 $13,384 $1,086,544 $543,272 $543,272
2021 $13,287 $1,065,240 $532,620 $532,620
2020 $13,123 $1,054,318 $527,159 $527,159
2019 $12,885 $1,033,646 $516,823 $516,823
2018 $12,048 $1,013,380 $506,690 $506,690
2017 $11,759 $993,510 $496,755 $496,755
2016 $11,570 $974,030 $487,015 $487,015
2015 $11,396 $959,400 $479,700 $479,700
2014 $11,134 $940,608 $470,304 $470,304
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 240021319

San Diego MLS

APN: 533-472-10-16