Welcome to this beautifully updated residence in the heart of Downtown San Diego. This spacious one-bedroom, one-bath condominium offers a rare and attractive opportunity to convert into a two-bedroom layout, providing exceptional flexibility and added value. The home has been thoughtfully renovated with high-quality improvements, including a brand-new 3-ton HVAC heat pump system ($9,400) for efficient year-round comfort and real wood Levelor 2-inch Venetian blinds installed throughout ($7,800), offering excellent light control and privacy. Additional custom upgrades include a built-in bookcase with a pull-out desk, smartly designed within previously unused closet space—ideal for a home office or study area. The living and dining rooms have been further enhanced with new electrical outlets and color-matched cover plates, creating a clean, cohesive, and polished finish. The open-concept living and dining area is filled with natural light and designed to accommodate multiple layout options, making it ideal for modern urban living. Recent renovations, combined with the functional floor plan, make this home truly move-in ready. Situated in a well-maintained community at 1551 4th Avenue, the property offers unbeatable access to Little Italy, Balboa Park, the Gaslamp Quarter, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Whether you are an owner-occupant or an investor seeking strong upside potential, this turnkey downtown condo delivers style, comfort, and future conversion potential. An exceptional opportunity to own a refined urban home with thoughtful upgrades in one of San Diego’s most desirable locations.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Ivan Butrus DRE #02126954 Ivanrealtor7@gmail.com,
Palisade Realty, Inc
$590,000
1551 4th Ave UNIT 409, San Diego, CA 92101
1beds
978sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1996
-- sqft lot
$585,200 Zestimate®
$603/sqft
$777/mo HOA
What's special
Beautifully updated residenceSpacious one-bedroom one-bath condominiumFunctional floor plan
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 16 hours ago
Listing Provided by:
Ivan Butrus DRE #02126954 Ivanrealtor7@gmail.com,
Palisade Realty, Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PTP2509179
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 978 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Neighborhood, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 5333841732
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Insurance, Storage
- HOA fee: $777 monthly
- HOA name: Solara Lofts
- HOA phone: 800-400-2284
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $603/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $629,442
- Annual tax amount: $7,976
- Date on market: 12/17/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$585,200
$556,000 - $614,000
$3,371/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $590,000-2.5%$603/sqft |
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| 1/5/2023 | Sold | $605,000-1.6%$619/sqft |
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| 12/22/2022 | Pending sale | $615,000$629/sqft |
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| 12/7/2022 | Price change | $615,000-2.2%$629/sqft |
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| 11/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $629,000+17.6%$643/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,976 +4.1% | $629,442 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,663 +2% | $617,100 +2.9% |
| 2023 | $7,513 +0.8% | $600,000 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,379/mo
Principal & interest
$2820
HOA Fees
$777
Other costs
$782
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cortez Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 5/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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