El Cortez 702 Ash St Unit 702 San Diego, CA 92101
Cortez Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,200/month
Highlights
- Community Pool
- 1-Story Property
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Home Gym
- Outdoor Grill
- Property is Fully Fenced
About This Home
Unit has just been remodel and has fresh modern look! New vinyl flooring, baseboards, imperfect smooth texture walls, freshly painted, including kitchen cabinets! The one-bedroom, one-bath residence features soaring 9-foot windows that frame stunning views of the Balboa Park Tower. Beyond the elegant double-door entry, the bedroom offers a serene retreat and connects to a spacious, custom-designed walk-in closet. Comfort is enhanced by central heating and air conditioning, a Nest thermostat, and effortless elevator access. One convenient parking space is also included. Steeped in history, the iconic 1926 Spanish Colonial Revival El Cortez building delivers resort-style amenities within a welcoming, pet-friendly community known for its warm camaraderie. Residents enjoy a second-floor terrace with BBQ and lounge areas, a sparkling pool and spa, a fully equipped fitness center, secure bike storage, EV charging, underground parking, and attentive on-site management. Each floor provides community laundry; on the seventh level, only three residences share these facilities, ensuring convenience and privacy. Situated atop charming Cortez Hill, this home offers easy access to San Diego’s most beloved destinations — Balboa Park, Petco Park, Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, the harbor, and the airport — blending classic architecture with modern urban living. At El Cortez, you’re not just purchasing a home — you’re joining a living legacy. Discover elevated downtown living
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 1929
HOA Fees
- $1,046 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Assigned Parking
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1 Bedroom
- 498 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Home Gym
- Dryer
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Outdoor Features
- Pool Equipment or Cover
- Outdoor Grill
Additional Features
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, gated community, limited insurance, sewer, trash pickup, water
- El Cortez HOA
- El Cortez Community
- Downtown Subdivision
Recreation
Map
About El Cortez
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $1,547 | $130,843 | $52,337 | $78,506 |
| 2024 | $1,547 | $113,285 | $45,314 | $67,971 |
| 2023 | $1,631 | $121,006 | $36,301 | $84,705 |
| 2022 | $2,036 | $155,728 | $46,718 | $109,010 |
| 2021 | $2,108 | $160,003 | $48,000 | $112,003 |
| 2020 | $1,956 | $148,180 | $44,454 | $103,726 |
| 2019 | $1,582 | $124,989 | $37,496 | $87,493 |
| 2018 | $1,483 | $122,772 | $36,831 | $85,941 |
| 2017 | $1,296 | $107,652 | $32,295 | $75,357 |
| 2016 | $1,237 | $102,833 | $30,849 | $71,984 |
| 2015 | $1,233 | $102,792 | $30,837 | $71,955 |
| 2014 | $1,254 | $105,107 | $31,532 | $73,575 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 10/28/25 | For Sale | $385,000 | +8.5% | $773 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/31/2025 07/31/25 | Sold | $355,000 | -4.1% | $713 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/18/2025 07/18/25 | Price Changed | $369,995 | -2.6% | $743 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $379,995 | +32.9% | $763 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/25/2021 05/25/21 | Sold | $286,000 | -1.4% | $574 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/09/2021 05/09/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/17/2021 04/17/21 | For Sale | $290,000 | -- | $582 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $355,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Grant Deed | $286,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | California Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | California Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $305,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Condominium Deed | $275,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title Co |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $247,500 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $192,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,900,000 | Seller Take Back |
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250042705
APN: 534-032-05-61
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