NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $747,000 - $926,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,348 Sq Ft
$739/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold February 25, 2022

Last sale price $725,000 $538 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,783/month

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Gated Parking
  • Penthouse
  • Bay View
  • 4-minute walk to Tweet Street Park

About This Home

As of February 2022

Beautiful blue water views AND three bedrooms Downtown? It is not a dream in this RARE penthouse residence at Beech Tower! West-facing, this wonderfully maintained condo boasts bay and city views from every room as well as the private balcony. The upgraded kitchen is complete with stainless appliances, recessed lighting, granite surfaces and backsplash, and an adjacent dining space suitable for entertaining and everyday meals alike. The spacious primary bedroom features sliding glass doors opening to both a Juliet balcony and those beloved San Diego breezes as well as an ensuite bathroom with dual vanity and step-in shower with tile surround. PLUS wood floors in the living room and a warming fireplace, updated second bathroom, motorized shades, and TWO parking spaces. FHA/VA approved Located atop Cortez Hill, Beech Tower is all you could ask for when it comes to convenient Downtown San Diego living! Steps away from Tweet Street Park and desirable Little Italy, you will love having home truly in the heart of the city. Residents also enjoy the community’s pool, spa, fitness facility, and a guest suite available for reservation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gregg Neuman

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00809392 Listed on: 02/15/2022

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Jay Berger

SoCal Real Estate Consultants License #01040831

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,421

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 0.46

HOA Fees

  • $739 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Gated Parking

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Penthouse
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,348 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Track Lighting
  • Entryway
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Property is Fully Fenced

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 534-014-14-50

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior bldg maintenance, gas, gated community, hot water, limited insurance, sewer, trash pickup
  • 54 Units
  • 360 Community Management Association, Phone Number (619) 270-7360
  • Beech Tower Community
  • 9-Story Property

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Security

  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,421

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$739 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Attached Style: High Rise (5+ Stories)
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Market Area: Metro Central
  • Cross Street: Beech Street
  • Neighborhood: Cortez Hill / Downtown
  • Supplement: Located atop Cortez Hill, Beech Tower is all you could ask for when it comes to convenient Downtown San Diego living! Steps away from Tweet Street Park and desirable Little Italy, you will love having home truly in the heart of the city. Residents also enjoy the community’s pool, spa, fitness facility, and a guest suite available for reservation.
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,000 to 1,499 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 519.21
  • Miscellaneous: Elevators/Stairclimber
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 537.83
  • Residential Unit Location: No Unit Above, Penthouse
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 537.83
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 9
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Bathtub, Granite Counters, Living Room Balcony, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Shower In Tub, Track Lighting, Kitchen Open To Family Rm
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Sub Flooring: Slab other Story
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Counter Top, Electric Cooking
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Walls: Drywall
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Dining Area, MBR Entry Level, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, All Bedrooms Down, Entry, Laundry, Master Bathroom
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15x14
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Closet Stacked
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1348
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Full
  • Patio: Balcony
  • Pool: Community/Common
  • Spa: Community/Common, Yes
  • View: Bay, City, Evening Lights, Water, 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 Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Beech Tower
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Units In Building: 54
  • Total Number of Units: 54
  • Community: DOWNTOWN
  • Complex Features: Gated Community, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Home Owner Association: 360 Community Management
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gas, Gated Community, Hot Water, Limited Insurance, Sewer, Trash Pickup
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 738.56
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 619-270-7360
  • Association Amenities: Gym/Ex Room, Pet Rules, Spa, Pool

Association/Amenities

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

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 739

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 0 (Common Interest)
  • Site: Curbs, Public Street, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Topography: Level
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 534-014-14-50
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 20145
  • Water District URL: http://www.ci.san-diego.ca.us/water
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.46
  • Map Code Column: B
  • Map Code Page: 1289
  • Map Code Row: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2025
Sold by
Fields Michael
Bought by
Michael Fields Trust and Fields
Current Estimated Value
$802,586

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2022
Closed on
Feb 9, 2022
Sold by
Christopher Kenneth M and Christopher Jeanne M
Bought by
Fields Michael
Seller's Agent
Gregg Neuman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jay Berger
SoCal Real Estate Consultants
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,100
3.59%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.85%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2016
Sold by
Rowland Doris A
Bought by
Christopher Kenneth and Christopher Jeanne M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2016
Sold by
Rowland Doris A and Turner Patrick S
Bought by
Rowland Doris A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2014
Sold by
Rowland Doris A
Bought by
Rowland Doris A and Turner Patrick S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2003
Sold by
Lamson Mark D and Lamson Laurie M
Bought by
Rowland Doris A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2002
Sold by
Lamson Laurie M and Lamson Mark D
Bought by
Lamson Mark D and Lamson Laurie M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
5.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 1987
Sold by
Lamson Amy F
Bought by
Lamson Amy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 1986
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Michael Fields Trust -- None Listed On Document
Fields Michael $725,000 California Title Company
Christopher Kenneth $600,000 None Available
Rowland Doris A -- None Available
Rowland Doris A -- None Available
Rowland Doris A $495,000 Chicago Title Co
Lamson Mark D -- Chicago Title Co
Lamson Amy -- --
-- $165,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Christopher Kenneth $300,000
Previous Owner Rowland Doris A $322,700
Previous Owner Lamson Mark D $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/25/2022 02/25/22 Sold $725,000 +3.6% $538 / Sq Ft
02/15/2022 02/15/22 For Sale $699,900 -- $519 / Sq Ft
02/06/2022 02/06/22 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 $9,421 $769,375 $397,953 $371,422
2024 $9,421 $754,290 $390,150 $364,140
2023 $9,090 $723,000 $373,000 $350,000
2022 $8,364 $669,307 $267,722 $401,585
2021 $8,212 $656,184 $262,473 $393,711
2020 $8,108 $649,456 $259,782 $389,674
2019 $7,957 $636,723 $254,689 $382,034
2018 $7,440 $624,240 $249,696 $374,544
2017 $7,259 $612,000 $244,800 $367,200
2016 $7,155 $594,515 $180,156 $414,359
2015 $7,045 $585,585 $177,450 $408,135
2014 $6,910 $574,115 $173,974 $400,141
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 220003318

San Diego MLS

APN: 534-014-14-50