$1,579,000
SOLD APR 18, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,949 Sq Ft
$1,694/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$810 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • 1-minute walk to Santa Fe Depot
  • Heated Lap Pool
  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Fitness Center
  • Automatic Gate

About This Home

As of April 2025

Enjoy nearly 2,000 sq. ft. of expansive open living, showcasing breathtaking water and city views through soaring 10.5' floor-to-ceiling windows. The open-concept design is perfect for entertaining while immersing yourself in the stunning surroundings. A gourmet kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances, an oversized center island, ample cabinetry, and a sunlit breakfast nook/or home office with panoramic views. Enjoy the iconic San Diego sunsets from your private terrace. Sapphire Tower offers an exclusive boutique living experience with only four residences per floor. Recent building renovations include a newly designed clubroom, a resort-style cabana-lined pool area, a reimagined lobby, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and 24-hour concierge service. Ideally situated in a highly walkable location, you're just steps from renowned restaurants, upscale shopping, vibrant nightlife, Little Italy, the Marina District, San Diego’s iconic waterfront, and just minutes to the beach, Balboa Park and Petco Park.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cristi Chaquica

The Agency License #01259769 Listed on: 03/22/2025

The Agency

Co-Listed By

Carly David

The Agency License #02008675

Last Buyer's Agent

Ray Shay

Real Broker License #01354548

Real Broker

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,867

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Property is Fully Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $1,694 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Subterranean Parking
  • Automatic Gate

Property Views

  • Panoramic

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 1,949 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Full Size Washer or Dryer
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Pool

  • Heated Lap Pool
  • Exercise

Outdoor Features

Schools

  • San Diego Unified School District Elementary And Middle School
  • San Diego Unified School District High School

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 533-472-09-26

Community Details

Overview

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

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Fire Pit
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Community Spa
  • Recreational Area

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,867

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,694 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
  • Market Area: Metro Central
  • Cross Street: West A St & West B St
  • Neighborhood: Columbia District
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,500 to 1,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 810.16
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 810.16
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 810.16
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 32
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2008
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Unit Number Space Number: 901
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Oven, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Range, Gas Cooking
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Searchable Rooms: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 23x15
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1949
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full
  • Frontage: Bay
  • Patio: Balcony
  • Pool: Community/Common, Exercise, Lap, Heated
  • Spa: Community/Common
  • View: Bay, City, Evening Lights, Panoramic, Harbor, City Lights

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Security: Automatic Gate, Gated Community, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire/Smoke Detection Sys
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Telecommunications: Cable (coaxial)
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Sapphire Tower
  • Total Fees: 20330.16
  • Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions
  • Units In Building: 97
  • Total Number of Units: 97
  • Property Management Company: Action Property
  • Property Management Phone: 619-269-1058
  • Community: DOWNTOWN
  • Complex Features: BBQ, Clubhouse/Rec Room, Concierge, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pet Restrictions, Pool, Recreation Area, Sauna
  • Home Owner Association: Sapphire Tower HOA
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Hot Water, Limited Insurance, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Security, Concierge
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 1694.18
  • 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, Pet Rules, Barbecue, Fire Pit, Pool, Onsite Property Mgmt, Rec Multipurpose Room

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: 1
  • Entry Level Unit: 9

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 1694

Schools

  • School District URL: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • Elementary School: San Diego Unified School District
  • Elementary School Website: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • High School: San Diego Unified School District
  • Middle School Url: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • Middle School: San Diego Unified School District

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 0 (Common Interest)
  • Site: Public Street, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Topography: Level
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 533-472-09-26

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 22, 2025
Closed on
Mar 28, 2025
Sold by
Michael V Mcgowan V and Michael Genette A
Bought by
Hodge Aaron F
Seller's Agent
Cristi Chaquica
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Ray Shay
Real Broker
List Price
$1,579,000
Sold Price
$1,579,000
Views
15
Current Estimated Value
$1,562,232

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$16,768
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.84%
Original Mortgage
$935,000
Outstanding Balance
$932,262
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$624,205

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2012
Sold by
Mcgowan Michael V and Mcgowan Gentte A
Bought by
Mcgowan Michael and Mcgowan Genette A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
3.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2011
Sold by
Mcgowan Michael V and Mcgowan Genette A
Bought by
Mcgowan Michael and Mcgowan Genette A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$405,000
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 2009
Sold by
Cw San Diego Towers Sapphire Llc
Bought by
Mcgowan Michael and Mcgowan Genette A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,579,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $885,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $935,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $350,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $405,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/18/2025 04/18/25 Sold $1,579,000 0.0% $810 / Sq Ft
03/22/2025 03/22/25 Pending -- -- --
03/22/2025 03/22/25 For Sale $1,579,000 -- $810 / 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 $13,867 $1,142,353 $451,777 $690,576
2024 $13,867 $1,119,955 $442,919 $677,036
2023 $13,556 $1,097,996 $434,235 $663,761
2022 $13,190 $1,076,468 $425,721 $650,747
2021 $13,092 $1,055,362 $417,374 $637,988
2020 $12,930 $1,044,542 $413,095 $631,447
2019 $12,693 $1,024,062 $404,996 $619,066
2018 $11,867 $1,003,983 $397,055 $606,928
2017 $11,581 $984,298 $389,270 $595,028
2016 $11,393 $964,999 $381,638 $583,361
2015 $11,220 $950,505 $375,906 $574,599
2014 $11,041 $931,887 $368,543 $563,344
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250022250

San Diego MLS

APN: 533-472-09-26