$699,900
OPEN SUN 12PM - 3PM

El Cortez 702 Ash St Unit 102 Floor 1 San Diego, CA 92101

Cortez Hill Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,981/month

Total Views 43
1 Bed
2 Baths
1,201 Sq Ft
$583 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Community Pool
  • Gated Home
  • Private Yard
  • Elevator
  • High-Rise Condominium

About This Home

Rare & stylish bachelor(ette) loft featuring striking 20-foot ceilings & an outdoor patio. Don't be discouraged by monthly HOA. The current owner is paying only $2,200 ANNUALLY* in property taxes because of Mills Act Historic designation. Private entrance accessible from 1st floor of building, NO elevator needed! Step through elegant French doors into an expansive, sunlit open space with soaring ceilings, exposed beams, and an urban NYC loft ambiance ideal for art displays. The main level offers beautiful natural wood floors, a modern kitchen with island, spacious living area, full guest bath, and walk-in storage. Upstairs, the loft includes a roomy bedroom, dedicated office area, walk-in closet, and second full bath. Outside, relax on your private patio nestled among jacarandas with views of the city skyline. Perched 175 feet above sea level, the iconic El Cortez is a San Diego Historical Landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally built in 1927, it has hosted notable guests like Eisenhower and Elvis Presley. Set in tranquil Cortez Hill, you're close to Petco Park, Gaslamp, Little Italy, and Balboa Park. Amenities include parking, fitness center, pool, and EV chargers. Visit this exceptional home today—Carpe Diem! *Mills Act subject to annual assessment and extension every 5 years. Buyer to satisfy themselves with Mills Act terms.

Listing Agent

Jorge Castellon

Compass License #01513716 Listed on: 10/17/2025

Compass

Open House Schedule

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,563

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

  • $1,151 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Synthetic Roof
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1,201 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, gated community, limited insurance, roof maintenance, sewer, trash pickup, water
  • 85 Units
  • El Cortez Association
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • El Cortez Community
  • Downtown Subdivision

Amenities

  • Elevator

Recreation

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,563

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,151 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Stories: 15
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Unit Levels: 2 Story
  • Property Sub Type: All Other Attached
  • Association Fees: 1151.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Inclusions: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Water
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 991248
  • Subdivision Name: DOWNTOWN
  • BuildingName: El Cortez
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Living Area: 1201.0
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • AttachedStyle: High Rise (5+ Stories)
  • Elevator: Yes
  • EntryLevelBuilding: 1
  • ExclusiveUseYard: Yes
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • ShortSale: No
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Gate
  • Roof: Synthetic
  • Pool Features: Community/Common
  • Construction Type: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Underground
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Electric
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
  • HeatSource: Other/Remarks

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: El Cortez
  • Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 40043.0

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 85

Map

About El Cortez

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $1,563 $116,828 $46,731 $70,097
2024 $1,563 $108,493 $43,397 $65,096
2023 $1,758 $125,507 $37,652 $87,855
2022 $2,470 $185,768 $55,730 $130,038
2021 $2,420 $180,004 $54,001 $126,003
2020 $5,915 $465,166 $128,814 $336,352
2019 $5,805 $456,046 $126,289 $329,757
2018 $5,430 $447,105 $123,813 $323,292
2017 $5,298 $438,339 $121,386 $316,953
2016 $5,209 $429,745 $119,006 $310,739
2015 $5,128 $423,291 $117,219 $306,072
2014 $3,965 $325,000 $90,000 $235,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/17/2025 10/17/25 For Sale $699,900 0.0% $583 / Sq Ft
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Rented $3,900 0.0% --
05/20/2025 05/20/25 For Rent $3,900 0.0% --
04/26/2024 04/26/24 Sold $655,000 +1.1% $545 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/27/2024 03/27/24 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2024 03/14/24 For Sale $648,000 -- $540 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $655,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $415,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $225,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $582,000 First American Title
Condominium Deed $535,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $355,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $465,600 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $428,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250041962

San Diego MLS

APN: 534-032-05-03

California San Diego County San Diego 92101 Cortez Hill

702 Ash St Unit 102, San Diego, CA

This home is located at 702 Ash St Unit 102, San Diego, CA 92101 and is currently priced at $699,900, approximately $582 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 702 Ash St Unit 102 is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and Urban Discovery Academy Charter.

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