$640,000

Estimated payment $5,066/month

Total Views 53
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
946 Sq Ft
$677 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Balcony
  • Heat Pump System
  • 3-minute walk to Tweet Street Park
  • Property is Fully Fenced

About This Home

Bright, Quiet, and Updated—Refined Downtown Living at Discovery Welcome to Unit 701 at Discovery in Cortez Hill, a beautifully refreshed corner residence offering natural light, interior-facing tranquility, and modern style. Situated on the quiet side of the building, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath home enjoys peaceful courtyard and soft city views through floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that open to a private balcony. Recent upgrades include brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh designer paint, and newly painted cabinetry that gives the space a clean, contemporary feel. The open-concept living and dining area features a cozy fireplace and a built-in mini wine fridge, while the functional layout includes an in-unit washer/dryer, assigned parking, and a separate storage unit. The spacious primary suite includes a generous walk-in closet with custom built-ins, and both bedrooms are comfortably sized with great natural light. Discovery offers full-service amenities with a recently remodeled rooftop pool and spa, upgraded fitness center with new equipment, stylish lounges, firepits, and 24-hour concierge and security. Residents also benefit from a professionally managed, well-established HOA and a yearly renewable guest street parking permit from the City of San Diego. Located in the peaceful, tree-lined neighborhood of Cortez Hill—close to Little Italy, Balboa Park, and downtown hot spots—this move-in-ready home offers the best of urban living with a sense of calm.

Listing Agent

Lisa Padilla

Ritual Realty License #01295891 Listed on: 09/19/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,345

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

HOA Fees

  • $1,157 per month

Parking

  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 946 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

Overview

  • 201 Units
  • Discovery Association
  • Discovery Community
  • Discovery Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,345

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,157 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Stories: 22
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Unit Levels: 1 Story
  • Property Sub Type: All Other Attached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 992594
  • Subdivision Name: Discovery (DSCV)
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full
  • Roof: Composition, Concrete
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Concrete
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned, Underground

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Electric
  • Water Source: Meter on Property

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Discovery
  • Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 40052.0

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 201
  • Number Of Units Total: 201

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $6,345 $520,270 $136,132 $384,138
2024 $6,345 $510,069 $133,463 $376,606
2023 $6,200 $500,069 $130,847 $369,222
2022 $6,031 $490,265 $128,282 $361,983
2021 $5,983 $480,653 $125,767 $354,886
2020 $5,908 $475,726 $124,478 $351,248
2019 $5,798 $466,399 $122,038 $344,361
2018 $5,421 $457,255 $119,646 $337,609
2017 $82 $448,290 $117,300 $330,990
2016 $5,202 $439,500 $115,000 $324,500
2015 $5,030 $418,191 $112,197 $305,994
2014 $3,638 $300,000 $198,000 $102,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/19/2025 09/19/25 For Sale $640,000 0.0% $677 / Sq Ft
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Rented $3,100 0.0% --
03/25/2021 03/25/21 For Rent $3,100 -- --
Source: San Diego MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $439,500 First American Title Company
Grant Deed $410,000 First American Title
Grant Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $358,500 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $300,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $310,000 New Conventional
Closed $344,950 New Conventional
Closed $351,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $373,612 VA
Previous Owner $286,800 Unknown
Previous Owner $239,760 No Value Available
Closed $29,970 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250039391

San Diego MLS

APN: 534-024-19-01