Discovery @ Cortez Hill 850 Beech St Unit 1001 San Diego, CA 92101
Cortez Hill Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,285
Sq Ft
$1,189/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- Bay View
- End Unit
- Gunite Pool
- Sauna
- 2-minute walk to Tweet Street Park
About This Home
As of April 2025Situated at the crest of Cortez Hill, Discovery at Cortez Hill is a full service luxury building with a strong sense of community. This rarely available corner floor plan has great flexibility; consisting of 2Br plus a generously sized den, that can easily function as a third bedroom or guest room. The main living area functions as a great room with a combined lounge with gas fireplace, dining area and kitchen. Move-in ready, being freshly painted throughout, or add your personal stamp and customize each space to meet your needs. Primary suite has large walk-in closet and attached bath with 6’ stall shower. Additional bedroom currently fitted as a home office with built-in dual workspace, ample storage cabinets, and a Murphy bed, to allow the room to double as a guest room. Guest bath is fitted with a custom shower. Room-sized private balcony gives panoramic views of downtown skyline to the bay and Coronado bridge, with access from both the Living room and Primary bedroom. Dual zone AC and heating for maximum comfort and efficiency and in-unit laundry. There are 2 conveniently located garage parking spaces, and additional storage. Building amenities include: rooftop swimming pool, spa, modern gym, dry sauna, new steam room, 2 EV charging stations, gas barbecues, 2 gas fire pits, landscaped courtyard for social functions, and state of the art building security with Synq mobile access system. Proximity to Balboa Park, Petco Park, and the airport, make for an exceptional experience living at Discovery.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Willis Allen Real Estate Brokerage Email: lccline@willisallen.com License #01894025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,082
Year Built
- Built in 2003
HOA Fees
- $1,189 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Controlled Entrance
Property Views
- Bay
- Panoramic
- Bridge
- City Lights
- Neighborhood
Interior Spaces
- 1,285 Sq Ft Home
- Gas Fireplace
- Entryway
- Great Room
- Home Office
- Granite Countertops
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Gunite Pool
- Exterior Lighting
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Hot Water Heating System
Additional Features
- End Unit
- Urban Location
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Tract Number 14167
- Assessor Parcel Number 5340241940
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- 199 Units
- Discovery At Cortez Hill HOA, Phone Number (619) 595-3043
- First Service Residential HOA
- Discovery at Cortez Hill
- Maintained Community
- 22-Story Property
Amenities
- Community Fire Pit
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Sauna
- Meeting Room
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Community Spa
- Hiking Trails
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
- Pet Restriction
Security
- Security Service
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Controlled Access
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 25, 2025
Closed on
Mar 27, 2025
Sold by
Kozak Family Trust and Kozak Karl M
Bought by
Galasso Klea J and Galasso Steven J
Seller's Agent
L.C. Cline
Willis Allen Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Ratcliffe
Coldwell Banker West
List Price
$925,000
Sold Price
$895,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-3.24%
Total Days on Market
13
Views
19
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.23%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$760,787
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2008
Sold by
Kozak Karl M and Kozak Marirose B
Bought by
Kozak Karl M and Kozak Marirose B
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2008
Sold by
Mershon Sammy L and Morgan Kent D
Bought by
Kozak Karl M and Kozak Marirose B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
5.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 21, 2001
Sold by
Bosa Development California Inc
Bought by
Mershon Sammy L and Morgan Kent D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$364,000
Interest Rate
6%
Map
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $895,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $645,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $455,000 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $355,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $364,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | Sold | $895,000 | -3.2% | $696 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2025 03/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/25/2025 02/25/25 | For Sale | $925,000 | -- | $720 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 | $2,082 | $159,984 | $22,615 | $137,369 |
| 2023 | $2,030 | $156,848 | $22,172 | $134,676 |
| 2022 | $1,971 | $153,774 | $21,738 | $132,036 |
| 2021 | $1,950 | $150,760 | $21,312 | $129,448 |
| 2020 | $1,923 | $149,215 | $21,094 | $128,121 |
| 2019 | $1,883 | $146,290 | $20,681 | $125,609 |
| 2018 | $1,762 | $143,423 | $20,276 | $123,147 |
| 2017 | $1,716 | $140,612 | $19,879 | $120,733 |
| 2016 | $1,690 | $137,856 | $19,490 | $118,366 |
| 2015 | $1,660 | $135,787 | $19,198 | $116,589 |
| 2014 | -- | $133,128 | $18,822 | $114,306 |
Source: Public Records
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PTP2501414
APN: 534-024-19-40
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