Courtesy of Ritual Realty 858-223-1788
Property Description
Bright, Quiet, and Updated—Refined Downtown Living at Discovery Welcome to Unit 701 at Discovery in Cortez Hill, a beautifully refreshed corner residence offering natural light, interior-facing tranquility, and modern style. Situated on the quiet side of the building, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath home enjoys peaceful courtyard and soft city views through floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that open to a private balcony. Recent upgrades include brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh designer paint, and newly painted cabinetry that gives the space a clean, contemporary feel. The open-concept living and dining area features a cozy fireplace and a built-in mini wine fridge, while the functional layout includes an in-unit washer/dryer, assigned parking, and a separate storage unit. The spacious primary suite includes a generous walk-in closet with custom built-ins, and both bedrooms are comfortably sized with great natural light. Discovery offers full-service amenities with a recently remodeled rooftop pool and spa, upgraded fitness center with new equipment, stylish lounges, firepits, and 24-hour concierge and security. Residents also benefit from a professionally managed, well-established HOA and a yearly renewable guest street parking permit from the City of San Diego. Located in the peaceful, tree-lined neighborhood of Cortez Hill—close to Little Italy, Balboa Park, and downtown hot spots—this move-in-ready home offers the best of urban living with a sense of calm.
Open House
Property Details and Features
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Parking
- “Assigned”
- Total: 1
- “Underground”
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Appliances & Equipment
- “Dishwasher”
- “Dryer”
- “Microwave”
- “Range/Oven”
- “Refrigerator”
- “Washer”
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Bathrooms
- 2 total bathrooms
- 1 full bathroom
- 1 half bathroom
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Bedrooms
- 2 total bedrooms
- 2 possible bedrooms
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Building
- Built in 2003
- Building area total: 946
- 22 stories
- 1 story total
- Living area: 946
- Living area units: Sqft
- Building area units: Sqft
- Building name: Discovery
- Entry level: 7
- Unit number: 701
- 201 total units
- “Stucco”
- “Concrete”
- “1 Story”
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Community
- 201 units in community
- “BBQ”
- “Clubhouse/Rec Room”
- “Concierge”
- “Exercise Room”
- “Gated Community”
- “Pet Restrictions”
- “Pool”
- “Sauna”
- “Spa/Hot Tub”
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Cooling
- “Central Forced Air”
- “Heat Pump(s)”
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Exterior Features
- Patio and porch features: “Balcony”
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Fence
- “Full”
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Fireplaces
- 1 total fireplace
- “FP in Living Room”
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Garage
- 1 space
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Water Features
- Water source: “Meter on Property”
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Heating
- “Forced Air Unit”
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Home Owner’s Association
- Fee: $1,157
- Fee frequency: Monthly
- Fee includes: “Common Area Maintenance”, “Exterior (Landscaping)”, “Exterior Bldg Maintenance”, “Gated Community”, “Hot Water”, “Limited Insurance”, “Trash Pickup”, “Water”
- Name: Discovery
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Laundry
- “Electric”
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Listing
- Listing ID: 250039391
- List price: $640,000
- Listing contract date: 2025-09-19
- MLS area major: Metro Central
- Special listing conditions: “N/K”
- “Cash”
- “Conventional”
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Location
- Subdivision: Discovery (DSCV)
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Lot
- 40,052 size sqft
- Size area: 0.92
- Size units: Acres
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Pets Policy
- “Allowed w/Restrictions”
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Pool
- “Below Ground”
- “Community/Common”
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Property
- Property subtype: All Other Attached
- Property type: Residential
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
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Roof
- “Composition”
- “Concrete”
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Sewer
- “Sewer Connected”