Welcome to Century Plaza Towers — one of San Diego's most iconic mid-century modern residences, ideally situated in prestigious Bankers Hill with easy access to Balboa Park, Little Italy, and the best of Hillcrest dining and shopping. This spacious condo offers sweeping city and treetop views from nearly every room, thanks to floor-to-ceiling glass windows that flood the open living space with natural light. Step out onto your private balcony and soak in San Diego's skyline and year-round sunshine. The kitchen features warm wood cabinetry, dark granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, flowing seamlessly into a glass-wrapped dining area with panoramic views. Both bedrooms are generously sized, with large sliding windows. A private in-unit laundry room adds everyday convenience, while a built-in wet bar with wine cooler brings a refined touch. A rare bonus for buyers: as prime example of modernism, Century Plaza Towers has qualified for the Mills Act, San Diego's historic preservation program that significantly reduces property taxes. The savings, over $10,000 a year, offsets the costs of maintaining this historic landmark in pristine condition. Assigned indoor parking included. With a beautifully appointed lobby, luxurious common penthouse and gym, full-time on-site building management, secure entry, and an unbeatable location just minutes from Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, and major freeways, this is urban San Diego living and smart ownership at its finest.
For sale
$799,950
3535 1st Ave Unit 5A, San Diego, CA 92103
2beds
1,470sqft
Condominium
Built in 1973
-- sqft lot
$782,700 Zestimate®
$544/sqft
$1,525/mo HOA
What's special
Dark granite countertopsFloor-to-ceiling glass windowsStainless steel appliancesPrivate in-unit laundry roomAssigned indoor parking
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Roxanne Govari DRE #01319244 619-778-0577,
Pemberley Realty Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260019593
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,470
- Total interior livable area: 1,470 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Underground
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Other/Remarks
- Stories: 16
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Other/Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 4524011409
- Special conditions: Other/Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Other/Remarks
- Roof: Other/Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Other/Remarks
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hillcrest (HC)
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance
- HOA fee: $1,525 monthly
- HOA name: Century Plaza Towers
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $544/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $218,071
- Annual tax amount: $2,765
- Date on market: 8/11/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$782,700
Estimated sales range
$744,000 - $822,000
Rent Zestimate®
$4,462/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,950-3.6%$544/sqft |
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| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $829,950+476.4%$565/sqft |
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| 5/21/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/3/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,850+22.2%$3/sqft |
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| 4/27/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/4/2021 | Price change | $3,150-3.1%$2/sqft |
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| 3/18/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,250+22.6%$2/sqft |
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| 10/8/2012 | Listing removed | $2,650$2/sqft |
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| 9/14/2012 | Listed for rent | $2,650+6%$2/sqft |
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| 5/22/2011 | Listing removed | $2,500$2/sqft |
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| 3/24/2011 | Price change | $2,500-7.2%$2/sqft |
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| 2/27/2011 | Listed for rent | $2,695$2/sqft |
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| 2/22/1994 | Sold | $144,000$98/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,765 +1.1% | $218,071 -0.8% |
| 2024 | $2,736 -1.1% | $219,906 -1.4% |
| 2023 | $2,766 -2.5% | $223,014 -3.3% |
| 2022 | $2,835 +0.7% | $230,609 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,816 +1.2% | $226,088 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,782 +2.9% | $223,771 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,703 +5.7% | $219,385 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,556 +2.4% | $215,085 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,496 +1.6% | $210,869 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,456 +1.5% | $206,735 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,420 +1.6% | $203,630 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,382 | $199,642 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $198,741 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $194,845 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $191,025 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $189,598 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $190,049 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $186,323 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $182,670 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $179,090 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $175,579 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $172,138 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $168,984 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $165,671 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $162,423 |
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Neighborhood: Hillcrest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Florence Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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