NOT LISTED FOR SALE

El Cortez 702 Ash St Unit 403 San Diego, CA 92101

Cortez Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $634,654

1 Bed
1 Bath
680 Sq Ft
$600/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold October 10, 2012

Last sale price $243,000 $357 Per Sq Ft

Est. 161% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,287/month

77 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Bay View
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • In Ground Pool
  • Gated Community
  • Mediterranean Architecture

About This Home

As of October 2012

Immaculate home with sunset bay and city light views in the iconic El Cortez. Northwest corner home with the perfect floorplan. Open kitchen has been upgraded with Carrera marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, new sink and cool faucet. Extra large master with spacious closets. This swanky gem retains the charm of its historic heritage with the white subway and hexagon tile, yet works perfectly for today's urban dweller. One pkg space in the valet attended garage incl. Please leave a card-Thanks!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tina Dameron

Dwell Well Realty License #00992637 Listed on: 06/27/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Spencer McCaffrey

The Broker Network License #01912939

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,619

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 0.92

HOA Fees

  • $600 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Subterranean Parking

Property Views

  • Bay

Home Design

  • 680 Sq Ft Home
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Partially Fenced Property

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 534-032-05-32

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, gas, gated community, limited insurance, roof maintenance, trash pickup
  • 85 Units
  • El Cortez Owners Assoc. Association, Phone Number (619) 241-2263
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • El Cortez Community
  • 14-Story Property

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,619

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$600 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Attached Style: High Rise (5+ Stories)
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Market Area: Metro Central
  • Cross Street: 7th
  • Neighborhood: Cortez Hill
  • LP / Sq Ft: 366.18
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 357.35
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 357.35
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 14
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Fire Sprinklers, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, MBR Entry Level
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16x12
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 680
  • Total Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Pool: Below Ground, Community/Common
  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop
  • View: Bay, City, Evening Lights

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Underground
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Security: Closed Circuit TV, Gated Community
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Available
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: El Cortez
  • Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions
  • Units In Building: 85
  • Total Number of Units: 85
  • Property Management Company: APS
  • Property Management Phone: 619-241-2263
  • Community: DOWNTOWN
  • Complex Features: BBQ, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Laundry Facilities, Pet Restrictions, Pool
  • Home Owner Association: El Cortez Owners Assoc.
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gas, Gated Community, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Trash Pickup
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 600.16
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 619 241-2263

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: 1
  • Entry Level Unit: 4

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 600

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)
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 534-032-05-32
  • Water District URL: www.ci.san-diego.ca.us/water
  • Map Code Column: B
  • Map Code Page: 1289
  • Map Code Row: 2

Multi Family

  • Percentage Owner Occupancy: 55

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 702Ash40392101

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2016
Sold by
Araujo Jason and Araujo Francis Dean
Bought by
Araujo Francis D and Araujo Alexis C
Total Days on Market
77
Current Estimated Value
$634,654

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2012
Closed on
Oct 16, 2012
Sold by
Araujo Jason
Bought by
Araujo Jason and Araujo Francis Dean
Seller's Agent
Tina Dameron
Dwell Well Realty
Buyer's Agent
Spencer McCaffrey
The Broker Network
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$243,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-2.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.91%
Original Mortgage
$194,400
Outstanding Balance
$137,431
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$498,565

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2012
Closed on
Sep 18, 2012
Sold by
Bruins Barry and Bruins Deborah
Bought by
Araujo Jason
Seller's Agent
Tina Dameron
Dwell Well Realty
Buyer's Agent
Spencer McCaffrey
The Broker Network
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$243,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-2.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$194,400
Outstanding Balance
$137,431
Interest Rate
3.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$498,565

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2004
Sold by
Janopaul Block S D #1 Llc
Bought by
Bruins Barry and Bruins Deborah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,700
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Araujo Francis D -- None Available
Araujo Jason -- First American Title
Araujo Jason $243,000 First American Title Ins Co
Bruins Barry $419,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Araujo Family Revocable Trust $64,000
Open Araujo Jason $194,400
Previous Owner Bruins Barry $333,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/10/2012 10/10/12 Sold $243,000 -2.4% $357 / Sq Ft
09/11/2012 09/11/12 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2012 08/27/12 For Sale $249,000 0.0% $366 / Sq Ft
08/21/2012 08/21/12 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2012 06/26/12 For Sale $249,000 -- $366 / 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
2024 $1,619 $117,569 $47,027 $70,542
2023 $1,861 $138,293 $41,487 $96,806
2022 $2,491 $191,666 $57,499 $134,167
2021 $2,618 $200,004 $60,001 $140,003
2020 $2,579 $197,573 $59,271 $138,302
2019 $2,467 $188,534 $56,560 $131,974
2018 $2,408 $193,244 $57,973 $135,271
2017 $2,069 $165,592 $49,677 $115,915
2016 $1,653 $137,111 $41,133 $95,978
2015 $2,962 $248,979 $74,796 $174,183
2014 $2,900 $244,102 $73,331 $170,771
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tina Dameron

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Tina Dameron

    Dwell Well Realty

    (619) 987-7985

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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Spencer McCaffrey

    The Broker Network

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About El Cortez

Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 120032752

San Diego MLS

APN: 534-032-05-32

California San Diego County San Diego 92101 Cortez Hill

702 Ash St Unit 403, San Diego, CA

This home is located at 702 Ash St Unit 403, San Diego, CA 92101 since 27 June 2012 and is currently estimated at $634,654, approximately $933 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 702 Ash St Unit 403 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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