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Ana Algarin

ana@anaalgarin.com +1(760) 208-3978

$ 2,500,000

Est. payment | -/mo

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,004 SqFt

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$ 2,500,000

Est. payment | -/mo

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3 Beds

3 Baths

2,004 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Condo

Sub Type Condominium

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,004 sqft

Price per Sqft $1,247

Subdivision Downtown (Dt)

MLS Listing ID 260023477

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 3

HOA Fees $1,512/mo

Year Built 1929

Property Sub-Type Condominium

Property Description

A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a piece of San Diego history with huge tax saving. Perched atop the iconic El Cortez—downtown's premier landmark and former luxury hotel rumored to have hosted legends like Elvis Presley and The Beatles—Penthouse 1400 rarely hits the market and offers an unmatched luxury living experience. Arrive in ultimate prestige as double elevator doors open directly into your private domain. Showcasing unobstructed, breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of the San Diego skyline, bay, and beyond that can never be built out, this fully updated penthouse seamlessly blends vintage glamour with elevated modern living. The main residence features expansive living spaces bathed in natural light, framing dramatic cityscapes from every room. In addition to the main layout, the property includes a private 3rd bedroom and full bath located on the same floor just across the hallway. Reminiscent of the building's glamorous hotel origins, this versatile independent suite operates seamlessly as a private guest room, executive home office, studio, or quarters for visiting family seeking complete privacy. Step outside onto your expansive private terrace—a rare downtown outdoor sanctuary offering ample space for alfresco dining and sunset entertaining against the backdrop of the city lights. Beyond its incredible aesthetic appeal, the property offers major financial advantages. Benefit from the building's official Mills Act Historical Designation, capping annual property taxes per year—a rare financial benefit that makes this unbeatable for value in downtown!

Location

State CA

County San Diego

Area Metro Central

Zoning CCPD-R

Direction Please call when you've parked and are at the front door. The agent will come down and let you into the building and give you access to the elevator that goes directly to unit #1400.

Interior

Heating Forced Air Unit

Cooling Central Forced Air

Fireplace No

Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Built In Range, Freezer, Grill, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Range

Laundry Other/Remarks

Exterior

Parking Features Garage - Front Entry

Garage Spaces 2.0

Fence Other/Remarks

Pool Below Ground, Community/Common, Fenced

View Y/N Yes

Water Access Desc Meter on Property

View City, Evening Lights, Ocean, City Lights

Roof Type Tile/Clay

Total Parking Spaces 2

Building

Story 1

Sewer Septic Installed, Sewer Connected

Water Meter on Property

Level or Stories 1

Others

HOA Fee Include Other/Remarks,Trash Pickup

Senior Community No

Tax ID 5340320584

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, Seller May Carry

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, Seller May Carry

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Listed by Jenna M Daley, DRE#01262893 Compass
Co-listed byMia Tidwell • Compass

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