By virtue of its name, the East Village district of downtown San Diego sometimes evokes comparisons to its counterpart in Lower Manhattan. While these two neighborhoods share a certain level of laid-back trendiness, San Diego’s East Village is considerably larger. In fact, it’s the largest district in downtown San Diego, and it offers a more Continue…
Southern California isn’t generally known as an affordable region to live in. The cost of living in San Diego is higher when compared to other cities such as El Paso, Memphis, and Fresno, but it’s certainly more affordable than San Francisco, New York City, Los Angeles, and even Oakland. For the most part, residents of Continue…
Dating scene status isn’t normally one of the factors homebuyers consider when looking at property listings, but it doesn’t hurt to evaluate the feasibility of meeting like-minded singles within a regional housing market. In the case of downtown San Diego, singles have the upper hand for various reasons. For decades, the downtown districts have attracted Continue…
When you browse through listings of condos for sale in downtown San Diego, you’ll invariably come across descriptions of common areas, such as swimming pools, parking garages, fitness centers, conference rooms, lounges, and even panoramic terraces complete with fire pits. In condominium towers, apartment buildings, gated communities, and all residential communities governed by homeowners associations, Continue…
Property taxes are assessed on real estate and real property. It’s a common misconception that condo owners don’t pay property taxes because they don’t own the land on which the buildings sit or the buildings themselves, but condo owners do own their individual units. In California, condominiums are considered real property, so they’re subject to Continue…
When you move into a new loft in downtown San Diego, you may find the kitchen space a bit underwhelming. Depending on the developer, that may be intentional. A traditional loft conversion that starts with a former commercial space involves creating as much open space as possible, and this may include a kitchen with minimal Continue…
Spring is the ideal time for venturing outdoors and experiencing San Diego. Spring break provides the opportunity to visit the many local attractions and attend festivals held during the season. There are many activities to enjoy in or near downtown San Diego, whether you’re a college student on break, a family visiting with school-aged youngsters, Continue…
When you think about moving into a downtown San Diego condo, you’ll invariably hear about benefits such as great year-round weather, vibrant neighborhoods, very low crime rates, and high quality of life. These are all positive aspects many people take for granted, but the advantages of living in this part of Southern California don’t stop Continue…
If you’re thinking about buying a home, it can be helpful to understand just how long the process will take, as this will allow you to plan accordingly and start the buying process at the right time. Though the average time is a few months, each case is different. Follow this timeline to see how Continue…
For most people, owning a condo is a convenient way to get luxury amenities, avoid lawn care, and live in a secure community. However, this doesn’t mean condo owners avoid responsibilities entirely. Condo owners might not have to perform as much maintenance as single-family homeowners do, but they still need to handle some issues. If Continue…
Is your condo in downtown San Diego starting to look outdated and boring? There have been a few distinctive design changes lately that can breathe fresh life into any home. Here are the top trends of 2020 to use in your condo’s interior design. Arched Shapes With its clean lines and gently rounded curves, the Continue…
Lofts are part of an ongoing real estate trend in downtown San Diego. For the most part, lofts are converted from former commercial spaces. One example is Postal Lofts, a multifamily structure in the Golden Hill neighborhood that was a post office in the 1960s and is now the site of three upscale lofts. Not Continue…
Despite being a modern urban center and a busy hub for technology, industry, and business, downtown San Diego can be a pretty relaxing place for residents and visitors alike. With a nice diversity of lifestyles, the downtown districts of San Diego offer many options in terms of relaxation. It all depends on what your idea Continue…
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Have you found a condo you love, but it looks like it needs a little work? Renovating condos isn’t quite as simple as renovating a stand-alone house, but this doesn’t mean condo upgrades are impossible. Here’s what you need to know before you start planning any remodel for a condo. Check Your Condo’s Rules About Continue…
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If you’re thinking about purchasing a home in downtown San Diego, real estate law might not necessarily be the first thing you think you need to know about. However, in the event you do need know about real estate law in the future, it would be helpful if you already had a basic idea of Continue…
In September 2019, the Times of San Diego published a report by Airbnb about the most popular California destinations for renters between Labor Day and Memorial Day. While Los Angeles County drew the most Airbnb tenants, San Diego came in second place, with more than 482,000 visitors generating $122 million in revenue. Unsurprisingly, beach areas Continue…
Recently ranked as the U.S.’s fourth-best large city in which to live, San Diego has many amazing features. Nowhere is this more evident than in downtown San Diego. With amazing districts such as the historic Gaslamp Quarter, the largest Little Italy neighborhood in the United States, and the upmarket East Village, downtown San Diego is Continue…
When evaluating the downtown San Diego housing market, you may notice most of your options are condominiums, penthouses, and lofts. Moreover, you’ll likely see many of the listings you come across are either brand-new or just a few years old. Older condos do come on the market from time to time, and they’re often priced Continue…
There was a time when Americans preferred to put some distance between their homes and urban centers. This was a phenomenon that started with mass production of passenger vehicles, and it was dramatically expanded after World War II, when veterans were offered the opportunity to live in planned suburban developments. In the early 21st century, Continue…
One of the greatest advantages of San Diego is that there isn’t a single best time to visit America’s Finest City. You can arrive here at just about any time of year and find many things to do and enjoy. There’s a climate advantage in the sense that San Diego gets an average of 266 Continue…