$789,000
SOLD MAY 16, 2023
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,212 Sq Ft
$1,112/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$651 Per Sq Ft

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Parking
  • Home Office
  • Laundry closet
  • Community Pool
  • Parking Garage
  • Gentle Sloping Lot

About This Home

As of May 2023

Amazing opportunity to own this beautiful condo located in one of San Diego's most Iconic Landmarks, The El Cortez! Historic designation with the "Mills Act". This unit is presently a one bedroom, (wall can be easily reinstalled to convert back to a two bedroom). Great open floor plan with 6 foot windows w/ plantation shutters, in-unit laundry, fantastic northwest facing views, beautiful Brazilian walnut hardwood flooring throughout with updated lighting, kitchen and bathrooms.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tony Azar

The Metropolitan Group License #01308749 Listed on: 03/29/2023

Co-Listed By

Trent St. Louis

The Metropolitan Group License #01273643

Last Buyer's Agent

Valerie Bushree

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00996339

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,192

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

HOA Fees

  • $1,112 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Gated Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,212 Sq Ft Home
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Additional Features

  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 534-032-05-64

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • 85 Units
  • El Cortex HOA, Phone Number (760) 400-7827
  • El Cortez Community
  • 15-Story Property

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,192

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,112 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Market Area: Metro Central
  • Cross Street: 7th
  • Neighborhood: Cortez Hill
  • LP / Sq Ft: 650.99
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 650.99
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 650.99
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 15
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1927
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Unit Number Space Number: 800
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Searchable Rooms: Office
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17x12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Community, Closet Stacked
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1212
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Pool: Community/Common
  • Roof: None

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Gated, Underground, Community Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: El Cortez
  • Total Fees: 13349.4
  • Units In Building: 85
  • Total Number of Units: 85
  • Property Management Company: PMP
  • Property Management Phone: 760-400-7827
  • Community: SAN DIEGO
  • Home Owner Association: El Cortex HOA
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 1112.45
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 760-400-7827

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: 1
  • Entry Level Unit: 8

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 1112

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 0 (Common Interest)
  • Topography: Rolling, Slope Gentle
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 534-032-05-64

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 29, 2023
Closed on
Apr 18, 2023
Sold by
Rosenthal Doron E
Bought by
Kurt Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Tony Azar
The Metropolitan Group
Buyer's Agent
Valerie Bushree
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$789,000
Sold Price
$789,000
Views
62
Current Estimated Value
$841,165

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$52,165
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2013
Sold by
Huber Mark W and Huber Yolanda A
Bought by
Rosenthal Doron E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2010
Sold by
E Trade Bank
Bought by
Huber Mark W and Huber Yolanda A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2009
Sold by
Hunt Julie L
Bought by
E Trade Bank

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2007
Sold by
Hunt Julie L
Bought by
Hunt Julie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.14%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2007
Sold by
Hunt Julie L
Bought by
Hunt Julie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$825,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2006
Sold by
Hunt Julie L
Bought by
Hunt Julie L
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $789,000 Wfg National Title Company
Grant Deed $549,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $249,500 First American Title Company
Trustee Deed $883,195 Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ticor Title Co Of California
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ticor Title Tustin
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $325,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $825,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $350,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $260,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2023 05/16/23 Sold $789,000 0.0% $651 / Sq Ft
04/16/2023 04/16/23 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2023 04/04/23 Price Changed $789,000 0.0% $651 / Sq Ft
04/04/2023 04/04/23 For Sale $789,000 0.0% $651 / Sq Ft
03/29/2023 03/29/23 For Sale $789,000 -- $651 / 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
2025 $2,192 $184,465 $73,786 $110,679
2024 $2,192 $166,595 $66,638 $99,957
2023 $2,058 $156,884 $47,065 $109,819
2022 $2,620 $204,989 $61,496 $143,493
2021 $2,580 $199,903 $59,970 $139,933
2020 $2,508 $194,871 $58,461 $136,410
2019 $2,509 $195,295 $58,588 $136,707
2018 $2,469 $201,698 $60,509 $141,189
2017 $2,400 $197,363 $59,208 $138,155
2016 $2,095 $171,388 $51,416 $119,972
2015 $2,088 $171,321 $51,396 $119,925
2014 -- $175,179 $52,553 $122,626
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 230005780

San Diego MLS

APN: 534-032-05-64