For a limited time, qualified buyers can enjoy a $6,000 credit to apply towards a 3/2/1 interest rate buy down or to prepay HOA dues for added flexibility and peace of mind allowing the new owner to settle in with confidence! This seventh-floor pied-à-terre is bright, inviting, and filled with historic character, featuring one bedroom, one bath, soaring 9-foot windows, and stunning views of the Balboa Park Tower. The bedroom’s elegant double-door entry leads to the bedroom and the unit enjoys a spacious custom walk-in closet, central heat and air, a Nest thermostat, easy elevator access, and one parking space. Beyond its architectural allure, El Cortez delivers resort-style living in a warm, pet-friendly community known for its neighborly camaraderie and friendly chats. Located just minutes from Balboa Park, Petco Park, Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, Seaport Village, San Diego Harbor, and the airport, this residence pairs timeless elegance with unbeatable urban access. Mills Act approval means substantial property tax savings, adding even more value to your investment. At El Cortez, you don’t just own a home—you become part of a living legacy, embraced by a connected and spirited community. It’s elevated downtown living, redefined.Own a piece of San Diego’s storied past in the legendary El Cortez building—an iconic 1926 Spanish Colonial Revival masterpiece perched atop charming Cortez Hill. Residents enjoy expansive terraces with a BBQ area on the 2nd floor terrace, a pool and spa, a fully equipped fitness center, secured bike storage, underground parking with EV charging, and attentive on-site management. Each floor includes community laundry, and with only five homes on the seventh level, only 3 homes share the community laundry on this level. Building and Unit is Mills Act Approved and new owner does not need to re-apply for Mills Act benefit on this unit. Unit comes with 1 unassigned garage parking space. Photos prior to tenant move in. New Stove recently installed. Private laundry can be installed with architectural approval and this is an item that is approvable. Buyer to verify all prior to close of escrow.
Pending
Price cut: $10K (7/18)
$369,995
702 Ash St UNIT 702, San Diego, CA 92101
1beds
498sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1929
-- sqft lot
$366,200 Zestimate®
$743/sqft
$1,046/mo HOA
What's special
Pool and spaSpacious custom walk-in closetNest thermostatCentral heat and air
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 22, 2025 at 03:12pm
Listed by:
Jenae Politovich Peckham DRE #01320057 619-484-3944,
Greater San Diego Real Estate
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250032950
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, Electric Cooking, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 498
- Total interior livable area: 498 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Community Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Stories: 15
- Pool features: Below Ground, Community/Common
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, City Lights, Evening Lights, Landmark, Neighborhood, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 5340320561
- Zoning: SPECIAL AN
- Zoning description: SPECIAL AN
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Cement Siding, Concrete
- Roof: Composition,Rolled/Hot Mop
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: BBQ, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Laundry Facilities, Pet Restrictions, Pool
- Security: Gated Community
- Subdivision: DOWNTOWN
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: $743/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $113,285
- Annual tax amount: $1,547
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
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