Discovery @ Cortez Hill 850 Beech St Unit 511 San Diego, CA 92101
Cortez Hill Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,383
Sq Ft
$853/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Concierge
- Roof Top Spa
- Gated Parking
- Fitness Center
- 24-Hour Security
- 2-minute walk to Tweet Street Park
About This Home
As of March 2021A most desired corner unit with one of the most coveted floor plans. With its Southeast view, it encompasses both mountain, city and bridge views. As you look out your window, you'll find countless gems in your sight. The bonus room has endless possibilities: an office, mediation studio or personal home gym. Take all this in while relaxing on your oversized balcony. This unit is truly a must see for all it has to offer, with assigned parking spots on the first floor of garage and a large storage unit. Cortez Hill is an sought out location ,with tree lined streets & dog friendly neighbors .Discovery offers 24-hr concierge services, gated garage parking permit parking for guests ,elevated pool & spa on the 10th floor. Business center & library ,fitness center ,bike storage and a clubhouse/recreation room. A city paradise steps away from Lil Italy ,Gaslamp,& Balboa Park. Square footage includes balcony as well
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc. License #01907988 Listed on: 12/20/2020
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,782
Year Built
- Built in 2003 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- Open Space
- Gated Home
- Level Lot
HOA Fees
- $853 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Gated Parking
- Parking Permit Required
Property Views
- Mountain
- Park or Greenbelt
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Turnkey
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Concrete Roof
- Metal Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,383 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Wired For Data
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Attached Deck
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
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- Range Hood
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- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Accessible Home Design
- Doors swing in
- No Interior Steps
- Accessible Parking
Pool
- Roof Top Spa
- In Ground Pool
- Heated Spa
Outdoor Features
Location
- Interior Unit
- West of 5 Freeway
Utilities
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 534-024-18-47
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, hot water, limited insurance, roof maintenance, trash pickup, water
- 199 Units
- Discovery At Cortez Hill Association, Phone Number (619) 595-5545
- High-Rise Condominium
- Discovery At Cortez Hill Community
- 22-Story Property
Amenities
- Concierge
- Sauna
Recreation
- Community Spa
Pet Policy
- Breed Restrictions
Security
- 24-Hour Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Fire Sprinkler System
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 20, 2020
Closed on
Mar 12, 2021
Sold by
Urban Living Luxe Management Llc
Bought by
Waldapfel Loren W
Seller's Agent
Barbara Truglio
Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jason Oakes
ROA California Inc
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$735,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.28%
Original Mortgage
$661,500
Outstanding Balance
$599,687
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$280,560
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2014
Sold by
Blumenthal Tracy and Blumenthal Tracy
Bought by
Blumenthal Tracy
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
4.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 2010
Sold by
Blumenthal Garth L
Bought by
Blumenthal Tracy
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2010
Sold by
Flagstar Bank Fsb
Bought by
Blumenthal Tracy
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 2010
Sold by
Otis Harry R and Otis Helen M
Bought by
Flagstar Bank Fsb
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 2004
Sold by
Hickey Shannon
Bought by
Otis Harry R and Otis Helen M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $735,000 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lsi Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $370,000 | Lsi Title Company | |
| Trustee Deed | $382,500 | Accommodation | |
| Grant Deed | $821,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $661,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $319,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $325,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $603,750 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $120,267 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $418,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | Price Changed | $870,000 | -2.2% | $677 / Sq Ft |
| 05/25/2025 05/25/25 | For Sale | $890,000 | +21.1% | $693 / Sq Ft |
| 03/16/2021 03/16/21 | Sold | $735,000 | -2.0% | $531 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2021 02/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/26/2020 12/26/20 | For Sale | $750,000 | +2.0% | $542 / Sq Ft |
| 12/24/2020 12/24/20 | Off Market | $735,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/20/2020 12/20/20 | For Sale | $750,000 | -- | $542 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $9,782 | $779,987 | $461,625 | $318,362 |
| 2023 | $9,562 | $764,694 | $452,574 | $312,120 |
| 2022 | $9,305 | $749,700 | $443,700 | $306,000 |
| 2021 | $5,575 | $437,927 | $106,522 | $331,405 |
| 2020 | $5,504 | $433,437 | $105,430 | $328,007 |
| 2019 | $5,402 | $424,939 | $103,363 | $321,576 |
| 2018 | $5,053 | $416,608 | $101,337 | $315,271 |
| 2017 | $82 | $408,440 | $99,350 | $309,090 |
| 2016 | $4,855 | $400,432 | $97,402 | $303,030 |
| 2015 | $4,780 | $394,418 | $95,939 | $298,479 |
| 2014 | $4,682 | $386,693 | $94,060 | $292,633 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jason Oakes
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jason Oakes
ROA California Inc
(310) 612-6257
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
-
H
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Henish Pulickal
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
-
Barbara Truglio
Seller's Agent in 2021
Barbara Truglio
Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc.
(760) 809-6548
6 in this area
15 Total Sales
About Discovery @ Cortez Hill
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 200054377
APN: 534-024-18-47
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