Unit has just been remodel and has fresh modern look! New vinyl flooring, baseboards, imperfect smooth texture walls, freshly painted, including kitchen cabinets! The one-bedroom, one-bath residence features soaring 9-foot windows that frame stunning views of the Balboa Park Tower. Beyond the elegant double-door entry, the bedroom offers a serene retreat and connects to a spacious, custom-designed walk-in closet. Comfort is enhanced by central heating and air conditioning, a Nest thermostat, and effortless elevator access. One convenient parking space is also included. Steeped in history, the iconic 1926 Spanish Colonial Revival El Cortez building delivers resort-style amenities within a welcoming, pet-friendly community known for its warm camaraderie. Residents enjoy a second-floor terrace with BBQ and lounge areas, a sparkling pool and spa, a fully equipped fitness center, secure bike storage, EV charging, underground parking, and attentive on-site management. Each floor provides community laundry; on the seventh level, only three residences share these facilities, ensuring convenience and privacy. Situated atop charming Cortez Hill, this home offers easy access to San Diego’s most beloved destinations — Balboa Park, Petco Park, Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, the harbor, and the airport — blending classic architecture with modern urban living. At El Cortez, you’re not just purchasing a home — you’re joining a living legacy. Discover elevated downtown living
For sale
$385,000
702 Ash St UNIT 702, San Diego, CA 92101
1beds
498sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1929
-- sqft lot
$382,000 Zestimate®
$773/sqft
$1,046/mo HOA
What's special
Sparkling pool and spaFresh modern lookNest thermostatSpacious custom-designed walk-in closetNew vinyl flooringElegant double-door entryOne convenient parking space
- 53 days |
- 816 |
- 31 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 22, 2025 at 03:38pm
Listed by:
Andrey Perepelitsa DRE #01318284 916-812-8200,
HomeSmart ICARE Realty
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250042705
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Barbecue
- Laundry: Other/Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 498
- Total interior livable area: 498 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Pool features: Community/Common
- Fencing: Full
Details
- Parcel number: 5340320561
- Special conditions: Call Agent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Downtown (DT)
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Limited Insurance, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Water
- HOA fee: $1,046 monthly
- HOA name: El Cortez HOA
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $773/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $130,843
- Annual tax amount: $1,820
- Date on market: 10/28/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Estimated market value
$382,000
$363,000 - $401,000
$2,081/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $385,000+8.5%$773/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Sold | $355,000-4.1%$713/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Pending sale | $369,995$743/sqft |
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| 7/18/2025 | Price change | $369,995-2.6%$743/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Price change | $379,995-2.3%$763/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,820 +17.7% | $130,843 +15.5% |
| 2024 | $1,547 -5.1% | $113,285 -6.4% |
| 2023 | $1,631 -19.9% | $121,006 -22.3% |
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Est. payment
$3,414/mo
Principal & interest
$1858
HOA Fees
$1046
Other costs
$510
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cortez Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 5/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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