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$1,359,000

850 Beech Unit 1505, San Diego, CA 92101

3Beds
2Baths
1,680Sq ft
2003Built

Listed by Sarah Scott, Compass · 619-840-2767

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About this home

Rarely available 2BR/2BA + den residence at Discovery in Cortez Hill featuring a sought-after floor plan, two west-facing balconies and sweeping views of Downtown San Diego, Balboa Park and the Coronado Bridge. Beautifully upgraded with cherrywood flooring, quartz countertops, Bosch appliances, custom Shaker-style cabinetry, upgraded fireplace with redesigned mantle and custom tile surround, and new washer/dryer. Remote-controlled dual window treatments with privacy and blackout shades and custom casings throughout. The renovated primary bath features custom cabinetry, integrated toe-kick and perimeter ceiling lighting, imported Italian slate, wood-grain porcelain tile feature wall and Caesarstone quartz counters. Includes one of Discovery’s largest storage units with built-in shelving plus two side-by-side parking spaces. Situated at one of Downtown San Diego’s highest elevations, Discovery offers impressive panoramic vantage points and convenient access to I-5 and SR-163, with Downtown, Balboa Park and surrounding neighborhoods within easy reach. Building amenities include staffed front desk, on-site cleaning staff, 10th-floor lap-friendly pool, spa, BBQs, gas fire pits, fitness center, sauna, locker rooms and entertainment/bar area. Additional amenities include a business center, conference room and expansive second-floor interior courtyard with additional gathering and entertaining space.

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Home facts

Everything SDMLS reports for this home
$809Price per sq ft
$1,313/moHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
2 garageParking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
200323 years old
3Days on market

Interior

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2 full
Living area1,680 sq ft
Levels1 Story
RoomsBreakfast AreaDining Area
AppliancesRange/OvenRefrigerator
Fireplace1 · FP in Living Room
LaundryElectric, Gas

Room sizes

Primary bedroom16 × 14 ft
Bedroom 214 × 12 ft
Living room15 × 15 ft
Dining room14 × 13 ft

Heating, cooling & utilities

HeatingForced Air Unit (Electric, Natural Gas)
CoolingCentral Forced Air
WaterAvailable
SewerSewer Connected

Exterior & lot

Lot size0 (Common Interest)
PoolCommunity/Common

Construction

StyleContemporary
Year built2003
Exterior wallsStucco, Concrete, Glass
RoofComposition

Parking

Garage spaces2
Total spaces2
Parking featuresAssignedUnderground

HOA, fees & community

HOA dues$1,313 a month
Total monthly fees$1,313
Mello-Roos / CFDNone
AssociationFirst Service
ComplexDiscovery
Community featuresBBQClubhouse/Rec RoomPoolSauna
PetsAllowed w/Restrictions
Known restrictionsAnimals, CC&R's

Property & listing details

Home typeCondominium
OwnershipCondominium
ZoningR1
Parcel number (APN)5340242030
NeighborhoodCortez Hill
Subdivision / tractDOWNTOWN
MLS areaMetro Central
Unit1505
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional
Listed onNov 7, 2026
Original list price$1,359,000
Last price changeNov 7, 2026
Days on market3
MLS #260026656

Facts from San Diego MLS as reported by the listing agent. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Questions about any detail? Text Jeff.

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What it costs to own

Your estimated monthly cost

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Principal & interest—
Property tax (1.251% a year)—
Home insurance (California average)—
HOA dues$1,313
Income needed (housing at 28% of gross pay)—
Down payment—
Property tax for the year—

Rate starts at the Freddie Mac 30-year average, week of November 5, 2026.

Rent vs. buy

Typical rent in 92101 is about $2,917/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.

Home values in 92101
−4%1 year
+3%5 years
+21%10 years

Estimates, not a loan quote. Tax uses the San Diego County City of San Diego rate on the list price; insurance is the California average policy; rent and value trends are Zillow indexes for the ZIP. Mortgage calculator · Cost to own in San Diego · Insurance and lending pros

This home vs. its market

Downtown San Diego is a Buyer's market

6.6 months of inventory for condos in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.

$809Price per sq ft (area: $745, 9% above)
3 daysOn market (area median: 35 days)
$621,250Area median condo price (−8% vs last year)
98%Of list price that sellers got

Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, condos in ZIP 92101, compiled by Jeff Brick.

The neighborhood

Living in Downtown San Diego

$710,000Median sale price
74Avg. days on market
247Homes for sale

Market data: SDMLS.

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