Vintage charm + stunning modern VIEWS! Perched above the cityscape with 180 degree perspectives, this mid-century penthouse turns back the clock with glamorous 60's vibes. Say hello to a jet-set era where martinis flowed and records spun on the built-in turntable. This flawlessly preserved residence crowns a boutique two-home building on the edge of Bankers Hill and Little Italy. Spanning over 2,600 sq ft, all on one level, this distinguished residence offers the feel of a single-family home with the ease of "lock and leave" condominium living. The owned solar system, 2 car garage, private laundry room and outdoor patio space are just a few notable features. The location is prime and walkable to restaurants, businesses and nightlife. This is more than a home—it’s a rare piece of San Diego’s architectural story. Don’t miss your chance to claim the city’s most iconic vantage point. Some of the other features you will love include: **Elegant stone fireplace **Huge cedar lined closets **Triple-pane windows **Owned solar **Central air conditioning and heating **Dumbwaiter to the garage below **Original Chambers electric cooktop with gas broiler **Walk-in pantry **Secured building access and mail delivered to lobby The residence also features a dedicated hobby/ceramics/woodworking room, providing creative space and storage space uncommon in most urban homes. Outdoors, enjoy a large covered terrace perfect for entertaining, planespotting and taking in colorful sunsets and twinkling lights. On the ground level there is an additional patio yard for gardening and relaxing. Within walking distance of Balboa Park, Little Italy, and Uptown’s vibrant restaurants and cafes, this is a lifestyle residence in every sense. Quick freeway access (I-5 and 163) makes commuting simple, though you may never want to leave the panoramic retreat waiting at home.
Sold for $1,385,000
$1,385,000
2266 Albatross St #B, San Diego, CA 92101
2beds
2,668sqft
Condominium
Built in 1965
-- sqft lot
$1,398,700 Zestimate®
$519/sqft
$6,533 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,398,700
$1.29M - $1.52M
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Mid-century penthouseElegant stone fireplaceAdditional patio yardStunning modern viewsFlawlessly preserved residenceLarge covered terraceHuge cedar lined closets
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Listed by:
Jill Hansen DRE #01989662 jillsellsthehills@gmail.com,
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with:
Kelley Fielder-Davis, DRE #02207821
Keller Williams San Diego Metro
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250039109
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Double Oven, Freezer, Electric Cooking, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric, Gas
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum/Vinyl, Tile, Wall-To-Wall Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Unit Above,Penthouse,No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,668
- Total interior livable area: 2,668 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Assigned, Attached, Tandem, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars In Bathroom(s), Low Pile Carpeting, No Interior Steps, Parking
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Balcony, Covered, Stone/Tile
- Pool features: N/K
- Spa features: N/K
- Fencing: Full,Good Condition,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City, Evening Lights, Panoramic, Panoramic Ocean, Marina, Coastline, Harbor, City Lights
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Panoramic Ocean,Marina
- Frontage type: Bay
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 5331551002
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick, Wood, Board & Batten Siding
- Roof: Rock/Gravel,Common Roof
Condition
- Turnkey
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer
- Water: Available, Meter on Property
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: N/K, Smoke Detector
- Subdivision: Other(1330)
HOA
- Amenities included: Pets Permitted, Storage Area
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Limited Insurance
- HOA fee: $400 monthly
- HOA name: Soriano HOA
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $519/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,244,794
- Annual tax amount: $16,130
- Date on market: 9/16/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $1,385,000-4.5%$519/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #250039109 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$543/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250039109 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+26.1%$543/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250039109 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2021 | Sold | $1,150,000-14.8%$431/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #210000040 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2021 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$506/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService #210000040 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000-5.3%$506/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService #210000040 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2020 | Listing removed | $1,425,000$534/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService #200046816 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2020 | Price change | $1,425,000-6.6%$534/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService #200046816 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,525,000+577.8%$572/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService #200046816 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/1995 | Sold | $225,000$84/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,130 +7.4% | $1,244,794 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,019 +2.2% | $1,220,388 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,689 +2.7% | $1,196,460 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,298 +468.7% | $1,173,000 +236% |
| 2021 | $2,514 -0.1% | $349,128 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,518 +2.5% | $345,549 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,456 +4.5% | $338,774 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,349 +1.8% | $332,132 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,308 +1.2% | $325,620 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,279 +1.9% | $319,236 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,237 -37.5% | $314,441 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,581 | $308,283 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $306,890 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $300,873 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $294,975 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $292,772 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $293,469 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $287,716 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $282,075 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $276,545 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $271,124 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $265,809 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $260,938 -31.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $382,500 +52.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $250,808 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Bankers Hill
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: San Diego Unified School Distric
Source: SDMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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