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  • $829,950

    3535 1st Ave Unit 5A, San Diego, CA 92103

    2beds
    1,470sqft
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    $7,000/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1973
    -- sqft lot
    $809,100 Zestimate®
    $565/sqft
    $1,525/mo HOA

    What's special

    Dark granite countertopsFloor-to-ceiling glass windowsStainless steel appliancesPrivate in-unit laundry room
    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 framing gorgeous city vistas. A private in-unit laundry room adds everyday convenience, while a built-in wet bar with wine cooler brings a refined touch to entertaining. A rare bonus for buyers: this residence may qualifies for the Mills Act, San Diego's historic preservation program that significantly reduces property taxes for owners of qualifying historic homes a valuable, money-saving benefit that's increasingly hard to find in San Diego's condo market. With a beautifully appointed lobby, 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.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Roxanne Govari DRE #01319244 619-778-0577,

    Pemberley Realty Inc.

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260016484MLS LogoOriginating 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: $565/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $218,071
      • Annual tax amount: $2,765
      • Date on market: 7/7/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA

        Estimated market value

        $809,100

        $769,000 - $850,000

        $4,401/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Listed for sale$829,950+476.4%$565/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #260016484 Report a problem
        5/21/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        5/3/2023Listed for rent$3,850+22.2%$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        4/27/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        4/4/2021Price change$3,150-3.1%$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        3/18/2021Listed for rent$3,250+22.6%$2/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        10/8/2012Listing removed$2,650$2/sqft
        Source: Ascent Real Estate, Inc. #120046539 Report a problem
        9/14/2012Listed for rent$2,650+6%$2/sqft
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        5/22/2011Listing removed$2,500$2/sqft
        Source: Ascent Real Estate, Inc. #110011913 Report a problem
        3/24/2011Price change$2,500-7.2%$2/sqft
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        2/27/2011Listed for rent$2,695$2/sqft
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        2/22/1994Sold$144,000$98/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax 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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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Hillcrest

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
        53 / 100
        Good Transit
        58 / 100
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