There is a new East Village Loft located in M2i that is worth talking about.  It is rare for 7th floor units to come on the market.  Even more rare for a corner unit to become available.  In fact, this is the first time this particular East Village loft has been up for sale.  Continue…

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If you’ve been waiting to purchase your first luxury condo or loft in Downtown San Diego because you haven’t been able to save 20% of the cost for a down payment, we have some good news! You don’t need 20% down. In fact, you may not even need 10%. So how do I go about  Continue…

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Downtown San Diego attracts a spectrum of people, from college students to well-established professionals, who are eager to make the city home. Yet, if you’re a San Diego native, it’s easy to pick a new transplant from the crowd. For those who just moved into a Downtown San Diego condo, learn what you may be  Continue…

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This luxury rental at Harbor Club is one of the most stunning rentals currently on the market. This unit sits on the 18th floor with sweeping city views to the North and ocean and bay views to the Southwest. This spacious floor plan is just over 1,000 square feet with a open living and dining  Continue…

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If you are planning to buy a condo in the United States, property tax should be kept in mind to ensure you can afford the property of your dreams. Condos, like other types of property, require the owner to pay property tax, and in San Diego, the county will expect you to make annual payments.  Continue…

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Whether you live in a Downtown San Diego loft and stay up-to-date on the latest and greatest or you drive 40 minutes from East County for those buttermilk biscuits in smoked butter, without a doubt you’re looking forward to the fresh batch of culinary delights hitting downtown this year. Bracero Located in the heart of  Continue…

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The Marina District is one of the most popular and most valuable neighborhoods in Downtown San Diego.   It’s central location and quiet tree lined streets make for a perfect upscale urban neighborhood.   The Marina District is in close proximity to the Gaslamp, but far enough away not be be in the middle of the hustle  Continue…

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Although Downtown San Diego is often thought of as a place for young professionals, plenty of families prefer city living and want their children to experience the benefits of an urban lifestyle. If you and your family are thinking of buying a Downtown San Diego penthouse, loft, or condo but you’re unsure about the school  Continue…

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Although buying real estate in Downtown San Diego makes for an exiting move, when you want a little downtime you’ll have to know where to find “quiet zones” that offer peace in a bustling, busy city. If you love your new condo in Downtown San Diego but are looking for some quiet places nearby to  Continue…

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Recently listed in the heart of San Diego’s Little Italy is a custom remodel unit at Acqua Vista. This two bedroom one bath unit features custom built-ins in the living room and dining room, unique tile backsplash in the kitchen, updated counter tops, flooring, and the same upgrades in the bathroom. This unit is turnkey  Continue…

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The first and most important step in purchasing a condo in Downtown San Diego is making sure that you have assessed and understand the magnitude of this decision. Buyers who enter into this process fully prepared for all that it entails have the best opportunity to retain their investments over the long-term. Moreover, these individuals  Continue…

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The competition for happy hour in Downtown San Diego is fierce. To help you narrow down your selection after a long day at the office, we wanted to share our five favorite happy hours for local professionals. 1. Altitude Sky Lounge Rise above your workday as you sip specially priced cocktails and dive into half-price  Continue…

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In most major cities, historic lofts are plentiful.   In Downtown San Diego however…there are not too many older warehouse buildings that have been converted to residential lofts.   Most Downtown San Diego lofts are cement construction, and represent more of the contemporary and modern design styles.   As a result, when a historic Downtown  Continue…

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The downtown district of San Diego is taking residents and visitors back in time with the release of the Metropolitan Transit System’s (MTS) second classic trolley car, Centennial No. 5. This vintage trolley is almost 70 years old and was painstakingly restored over a three year period prior to starting it’s 2.7 mile route around  Continue…

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If you live in a condo or loft in Downtown San Diego, you’re already on your way to helping keep greenhouse gas emissions low, taking advantage of the bus or train to get to work and walking to get to nearby shops and restaurants. Yet, there are still things you can do in your personal  Continue…

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Just listed is a turn key luxury condo for sale at Electra located in the heart of Downtown San Diego’s Columbia District. This two bedroom two bath home is located on the 35th floor, almost at the top of the Electra building. When you ride the elevator to get to this 35th floor condo your  Continue…

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Since buying real estate is the largest financial investment that most people will make, it makes sense to work with an experienced and professional real estate agent to facilitate and provide insight into the buying process. While working with a real estate agent who is a renaissance man or woman can be helpful, if you’ve  Continue…

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The majority of people living in Downtown San Diego condos are college graduates, white-collar workers, single, and with a median age of 36 according to aggregated data for the 92101 zip code. There are obvious reasons young professionals move downtown, like being closer to bars, restaurants, and other nightlife. However, the housing crash and slow  Continue…

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Cityfront Terrace in Downtown San Diego is one of the most unique buildings in the Marina District.  Known for it’s exterior brick construction, the Cityfront Terrace complex has been a fixture in the Marina District since 1994.   With approximately 320 total units and a 13 story “L Shaped” tower adjoined by the Historic brick  Continue…

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One of the best things about downtown San Diego living is the availability of great seafood everywhere. For a little while there, it was tough to find fresh oysters, but now there is a bounty of fabulous places in downtown with raw bars. Here are five that top our list. 1.  The Oceanaire Seafood Room  Continue…

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