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$679,950For sale

3535 1st Ave 5A

San Diego, CA 92103 · MLS# 260019593SD

Listing courtesy of Pemberley Realty Inc.
  • 2Beds
  • 2Baths
  • 1,470Sq Ft
  • 1973Year Built

About This Home

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. A private in-unit laundry room adds everyday convenience, while a built-in wet bar with wine cooler brings a refined touch. A rare bonus for buyers: as prime example of modernism, Century Plaza Towers has qualified for the Mills Act, San Diego's historic preservation program that significantly reduces property taxes. Assigned indoor parking included. With a beautifully appointed lobby, luxurious common penthouse and gym, full-time on-site building management, 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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Property at a Glance: 3535 1st Ave 5A

This condominium property at 3535 1st Ave 5A, San Diego, CA 92103 is for sale at $679,950. The home has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,470 square feet of living space. It was built in 1973 and sits on a lot of 0.48 acres. That comes to about $463 per square foot. Reach out to set up a showing or ask for more details about this home.

Snapshot

Status
For sale
Price
$679,950
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Property Type
Condominium
Year Built
1973
Square Feet
1,470
Lot Size
0.48 acres
Days on Market
65
MLS #
260019593SD
Price per Sq Ft
$463
County
San Diego

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Property Details

Building
Property Type: Condominium
Year Built: 1973
Stories: Multi/Split
Land
Lot Size: 0.48 acres
Money
County: San Diego
Association: Century Plaza Towers
HOA: Yes
HOA Fee: $1,525 monthly
Rooms
Heating: Electric, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior: See Remarks
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Structures
Garage Spaces: 1
Pool: None
Construction: Other
Roof: See Remarks
Systems
Water Source: See Remarks
Utilities: See Remarks

Living in San Diego, CA

3535 1st Ave 5A is in San Diego, CA, in San Diego County. Ask Brad & Karen Mattonen about other homes for sale in San Diego and what nearby homes have sold for.

Location

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Estimated Monthly Payment$3,438
$543,960Loan Amount
$135,990Down Payment
$693,791Total Interest

Principal and interest only. Taxes, insurance and HOA dues are extra.

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Local facts

Facts and context beyond the MLS description

What the numbers say about 3535 1st Ave 5A and the San Diego area around it.

Current market context

How this home compares in San Diego

  • $463This home per sq ft
  • $584Median per sq ft
  • 1,246Homes for sale like it
  • 1Average days on market

At $463 per square foot, 3535 1st Ave 5A is priced about 21% below the $584 median for 2 bedroom homes for sale in San Diego now.

Nearby sold homes

Recent sold homes near this property

Homes that sold within 1.25 miles of 3535 1st Ave 5A in the last 6 months, at a median price of $662,500.

AddressSoldHomeSold priceDistance
140 Walnut 4BSep 29, 20262 bd · 2 ba · 1,158 sqft$745,0000 mi
140 Walnut Ave 2AJul 23, 20262 bd · 2 ba · 1,147 sqft$650,0000 mi
140 Walnut Avenue 4BJun 30, 20262 bd · 2 ba · 1,158 sqft$585,0000 mi
3568 Front St AOct 6, 20263 bd · 2 ba · 1,489 sqft$880,0000.1 mi
3644 3rd Avenue 5Jul 8, 20262 bd · 2 ba · 870 sqft$570,0000.1 mi
3653 3rd Ave 1Jul 29, 20262 bd · 2 ba · 1,192 sqft$885,0000.2 mi
3666 3rd Avenue 105Oct 2, 20262 bd · 2 ba · 1,042 sqft$675,0000.2 mi
3266 1st Avenue 10Oct 13, 20261 bd · 1 ba · 724 sqft$465,0000.2 mi

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Listing timeline

Price and status history

DateEventPrice
Oct 15, 2026Active$679,950

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