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More About the Cortez Hill Neighborhood in Downtown San Diego

Cortez Hill is one of San Diego’s most distinguished and oldest residential neighborhoods.

Named after the famous El Cortez Hotel – now remodeled to recreate and rekindle the splendor of its heyday – Cortez Hill’s topography separates it from much of downtown’s hustle and bustle. Yet, its very closeness to this vibrant core of activity makes it a highly desirable address. As a place to live, the Hill has all the right credentials: a neighborhood dedicated to long-term enhancement projects, a downtown San Diego location and convenient access to a host of world-famous recreational facilities. Think of the things you’ll be able to do...

For instance, it’s an easy three block walk that takes you to Balboa Park. Here, you can catch a concert at the open-air Starlight Bowl. Or brush up on your Shakespeare at the Old Globe Theatre. Or visit the World-Famous San Diego Zoo. And much, much more. The list of things to do in this stunning park grows longer every year. And it’s just down the road from Cortez Hill. And, now, with the creation of the Discovery condominium complex on Cortez Hill, the perfect community to play in has become the perfect neighborhood to live in.

These spectacular and expansive view homes are architecturally designed to complement Cortez Hill’s historical charm. Located atop one of the highest points in Downtown San Diego, Discovery at Cortez Hill features a rooftop deck containing a swimming pool and spa that allows residents to savor the spectacular views to the fullest. At ground level, the building’s entrance opens to an elegant lobby with 24-hour attendant. Other amenities include a fitness center, social lounge and barbeque area.

Discover a new style of living

Be a part of the New Downtown San Diego– undergoing lifestyle changes of dazzling proportions. It’s with a sense of exhilaration that area residents witness each new alteration in the growth of their cherished city. As these changes contribute to the area’s bountiful complexity, fresh new flavors are seemingly added daily to its charm and attractiveness. 

The Downtown San Diego core is world-class – alive 24 hours a day with every possible amenity. So much so, that a substantial proportion of people who work downtown are now choosing to live and play there as well. At the forefront of this decade – long movement to improve the face of Downtown San Diego are prominent developments such as The Columbia Center, Horton Plaza, and Seaport Village. Hundreds of new residential apartments have helped the downtown evolve into what it is today: a community that’s as livable as it is lively. 

And the amenities just keep on growing. Some changes already underway or favorably considered are: a new cruise ship terminal, upgrading the Embarcadero, twelve new entertainment complexes, one million more square feet of office space, expansion of Seaport Village, and Petco Park, a new ballpark for the beloved San Diego Padres – to name but a few.

With the many positive changes taking place in Downtown San Diego, homes in the more popular areas like Cortez Hill will become even more desirable. And for anyone who now rents, our "Buy a Downtown San Diego Condo With Zero Down" Program is a perfect opportunity to benefit from the possible financial advantages that home ownership provides. And you can be sure that your new home at Discovery on Cortez Hill will embody all the quality aspects of the builder’s art. 

For Discovery on Cortez Hill, its dynamic design excels in maximizing the sweeping panoramic views of ocean, city and parkland that this enviable location makes possible.

Schools, churches, and cafes have created an enchanting pedestrian-friendly environment. Soon a linear park along Date Street will add to the allure. Commercial shops and sidewalk cafes line Fifth and Sixth Avenues, and Ash Street provides a gateway to the waterfront.