$1,289,000
SOLD MAY 27, 2021
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,707 Sq Ft
$1,173/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$755 Per Sq Ft

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • 1-minute walk to Santa Fe Depot
  • Sauna
  • Gated Parking
  • Clubhouse
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of October 2024

Welcome to luxury living in the newly renovated Sapphire Tower, a boutique condo building! This sleek and contemporary, highly sought-after S/W corner home on the 9th floor offers dramatic views of the city, Coronado, the Embarcadero and the beautiful San Diego Bay from the balcony and every living space, and even from the master bathroom shower! As you step through the door, you are awed by the brightness provided by the 10 ft floor-to-ceiling windows. A spacious balcony and nook off to the kitchen offer a perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee or cocktails while watching the ever-changing bay views and sunsets. See suppl. An abundance of upgrades sets this property apart, including Limestone flooring throughout, wool carpet in bedrooms, Hunter Douglas ceiling to floor silhouette blinds, Caesarstone Quartz counter-tops in kitchen and bathrooms, marble tile showers in both bathrooms, custom built-in cabinets in the kitchen and closets, Miele dishwasher, washer, dryer and wine cooler, and most importantly two side-by-side parking spaces and a garage storage unit. Open floorplan with a living/dining space of over 500 sq ft., custom LED lighting, dual HVAC units with smart thermostats. Sapphire is an exclusive boutique high-rise tower with only 97 units. Resort-like amenities include 24/7 concierge, 65 ft. pool, spa, sauna, BBQ, clubroom, and fully equipped gym. Sapphire Tower is completing a multi-million $ renovation designed by renown firm Carrier Johnson + Culture. Great location, just two blocks from the San Diego Bay and 1 block from Little Italy. Ideal for walking to restaurants, bars, shops, close to the airport, theaters, Symphony, museums, Balboa Park, and more.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chad Dannecker

Compass License #01459513 Listed on: 03/24/2021

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Tifany Khakdoust

Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty License #01923401

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,907

Year Built

  • Built in 2009

HOA Fees

  • $1,173 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Gated Parking

Interior Spaces

  • 1,707 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Area
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Additional Features

  • Gated Home
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 533-472-09-29

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, gas, hot water, limited insurance, roof maintenance, sewer, trash pickup, water
  • 97 Units
  • Action Property Managemen Association, Phone Number (800) 400-2284
  • Sapphire Tower Community
  • 32-Story Property

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill

Recreation

  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,907

Year Built

Built in 2009

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,173 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Market Area: Metro Central
  • Cross Street: A Street
  • Neighborhood: Columbia District
  • Supplement: An abundance of upgrades sets this property apart, including Limestone flooring throughout, wool carpet in bedrooms, Hunter Douglas ceiling to floor silhouette blinds, Caesarstone Quartz counter-tops in kitchen and bathrooms, marble tile showers in both bathrooms, custom built-in cabinets in the kitchen and closets, Miele dishwasher, washer, dryer and wine cooler, and most importantly two side-by-side parking spaces and a garage storage unit. Open floorplan with a living/dining space of over 500 sq ft., custom LED lighting, dual HVAC units with smart thermostats. Sapphire is an exclusive boutique high-rise tower with only 97 units. Resort-like amenities include 24/7 concierge, 65 ft. pool, spa, sauna, BBQ, clubroom, and fully equipped gym. Sapphire Tower is completing a multi-million $ renovation designed by renown firm Carrier Johnson + Culture. Great location, just two blocks from the San Diego Bay and 1 block from Little Italy. Ideal for walking to restaurants, bars, shops, close to the airport, theaters, Symphony, museums, Balboa Park, and more.
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,500 to 1,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 755.65
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 755.13
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 755.13
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 32
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Allow Comments Review: No
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Unit Number Space Number: 904
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Cooking
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Exercise Room, MBR Entry Level, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, 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: 1707
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Gate
  • Pool: Community/Common
  • Spa: Community/Common

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Sapphire Tower
  • Total Fees: 14076.0
  • Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions
  • Units In Building: 97
  • Total Number of Units: 97
  • Community: DOWNTOWN
  • Complex Features: BBQ, Clubhouse/Rec Room, Exercise Room, Pet Restrictions, Pool, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Home Owner Association: Action Property Managemen
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gas, Hot Water, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Water
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 1173.0
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 800-400-2284

Association/Amenities

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

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 1173

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 0 (Common Interest)
  • Topography: Level
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 533-472-09-29

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 27, 2024
Closed on
Oct 10, 2024
Sold by
Gasparovic Andrew J and Gasparovic Michelle N
Bought by
Mathew Vanessa Joy
Seller's Agent
Cristi Chaquica
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Denny Oh
Compass
List Price
$1,465,000
Sold Price
$1,470,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.34%
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
$1,498,701

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$28,701
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.88%
Original Mortgage
$1,006,250
Outstanding Balance
$997,392
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$505,075

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2021
Closed on
May 10, 2021
Sold by
Hottinger Alfred R and Hottinger Christine
Bought by
Gasparovic Andrew J and Gasparovic Michelle N
Seller's Agent
Chad Dannecker
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Tifany Khakdoust
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
List Price
$1,289,900
Sold Price
$1,289,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$900
-0.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,031,920
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2016
Sold by
Hottinger Alfred R and Hottinger Christine
Bought by
Hottinger Family Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2015
Closed on
Jul 23, 2015
Sold by
Jeffery Douglas and Jeffery Stefanie
Bought by
Hottinger Alfred R and Hottinger Christine
Seller's Agent
Chad Dannecker
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Default
Default Non-Member Office
List Price
$1,190,000
Sold Price
$1,190,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.38%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2013
Sold by
Jeffery Douglas Richard
Bought by
Jeffery Douglas Richard and Jeffery Stefanie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2011
Sold by
Jeffery Douglas Richard
Bought by
Jeffery Douglas Richard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$621,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2009
Sold by
Jeffery Heather Preston
Bought by
Jeffery Douglas Richard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$617,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2008
Sold by
Cw San Diego Towers Sapphire Llc
Bought by
Jeffery Douglas Richard and Jeffery Heather Preston

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$59,200
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
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 $1,470,000 Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed $1,290,000 Wfg Title Co Of Ca San Diego
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $1,190,000 Guardian Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $1,081,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $99,200 Credit Line Revolving
Open $1,006,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,031,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $621,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $617,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $59,200 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $697,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Sold $1,470,000 +0.3% $861 / Sq Ft
09/28/2024 09/28/24 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2024 09/27/24 For Sale $1,465,000 +13.7% $858 / Sq Ft
05/27/2021 05/27/21 Sold $1,289,000 -0.1% $755 / Sq Ft
04/12/2021 04/12/21 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2021 03/24/21 For Sale $1,289,900 +8.4% $756 / Sq Ft
09/11/2015 09/11/15 For Sale $1,190,000 0.0% $697 / Sq Ft
09/08/2015 09/08/15 Sold $1,190,000 -- $697 / Sq Ft
09/08/2015 09/08/15 Pending -- -- --
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 $16,907 $1,470,000 $1,050,000 $420,000
2024 $16,907 $1,368,850 $742,845 $626,005
2023 $16,530 $1,342,011 $728,280 $613,731
2022 $16,086 $1,315,698 $714,000 $601,698
2021 $15,911 $1,285,251 $732,742 $552,509
2020 $15,715 $1,272,073 $725,229 $546,844
2019 $15,429 $1,247,131 $711,009 $536,122
2018 $14,424 $1,222,678 $697,068 $525,610
2017 $14,077 $1,198,704 $683,400 $515,304
2016 $14,024 $1,190,000 $680,000 $510,000
2015 $13,047 $1,100,000 $287,000 $813,000
2014 $13,013 $1,100,000 $287,000 $813,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 210007583

San Diego MLS

APN: 533-472-09-29