For Rent - North Facing Luxury Condo at The Mark - 08/30/11 07:39 PM
As you walk into this luxury North facing condo at The Mark, you will notice the good amount of light that the floor to ceiling windows lets in and also the cool urban views over Downtown San Diego. The gourmet kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and opens up towards the living room. There are hardwood floors in the living room, carpet in the bedroom and tile flooring in the bathroom and kitchen. This used to be the model home so the high end furniture is definitely an extra plus. The stackable washer and dryer are located in the … (0 comments)

Featured Property - Contemporary Modern Loft in M2i - 08/30/11 07:37 PM

Traditional sale! This urban home represents both the contemporary and simplistic design style of a Downtown San Diego M2i Loft.  Sold as a 2 Bedroom 2 Bath with 2 Parking Spaces, the floor plan is configured with only one defined bedroom leaving the open feel and flexibility of a true loft space.  Features include: 11ft high exposed cement ceilings and walls, West Facing City View, Private Balcony, Wood Flooring, Stainless Appliances, and Upgraded Lighting. 
Only in M2i can you accomplish the best of both worlds: design and style elements of a loft, with the floor plan of a fully functional … (1 comments)

Temporary Parking at the Downtown San Diego International Airport - 08/30/11 07:35 PM

The parking lot in front of Terminal 2 at the San Diego International Airport in Downtown San Diego will be shut down to allow for the construction of a dual level aerial roadway that will serve as a drop-off and check-in for departing passengers and a separation for arriving passengers.
A temporary parking lot at the Western end of the airport will replace the current short term parking until 2013 when the new expansion to Terminal 2 is completed at a cost of $865 million. When completed in 2013, Terminal 2 will have doubled in size, added 10 new gates for … (0 comments)

New United States Courthouse under construction in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:33 PM

Are you wondering what is going on over by Horton Plaza in the Gaslamp District? You know where the Hotel San Diego once stood between State Street and Union Street. Well…construction is going on for one of the finest structures in Downtown San Diego - the new United States Courthouse.
The 16-story, $368 million building, designed by Richard Meier and Partners and overseen by Hensel Phelps as the general contractor, will contain;
6 courtrooms Judges’ offices Office space for the U.S. marshal, pretrial services, the IRS and General Services Administration 98 underground parking spaces 14 federal courtroomsand will cover 2.6 … (0 comments)

The Natural History Museum in Balboa Park Gets Grant - 08/30/11 07:32 PM

I just love the Natural History Museum…and the picture above brings back some good memories from the movie…”Night at the Museum” with Ben Stiller…you know where the dinasaur actually comes to life. The San Diego Natural History Museum located in Balboa Park in Downtown San Diego has been awarded a $7 million grant to promote nature research and education. The grant, the largest ever one-time grant received by the San Diego Natural History Museum, will be used to construct a new permanent exhibit about the major habitats of Southern California. The grant came from a voter approved 2006 initiative called Proposition … (0 comments)

Childrens Park Phase 1 approved in the Marina District in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:30 PM
 
The Center City Development Board approved the concepts for the Master Plan and Phase 1 for Children’s Park located in Downtown’s Marina District across the street from the Children’s Museum and Pinnacle between First and Front Streets. The Children’s Park originally opened in 2008.
Phase 1 will leave the existing pond as-is and will create a separate interactive water feature. The proposed concept for the new water feature is a rain curtain that would be activated in conjunction with the trolley or some other activity. In addition, there will be a combination restroom and vendor building constructed and the existing … (0 comments)

Downtown San Diego News Readers Choise Awards 2011 - 08/30/11 07:28 PM
 

One of the things I look forward to each month as I pass either 7-eleven or the local coffee shop just around the corner of my Downtown San Diego Loft in the East Village/Ballpark District is to grab the free monthly newsletter “San Diego Downtown News“. As you are aware…Downtown San Diego have so many local fabulous businesses and the readers of the San Diego Downtown News has chosen the top ones…check them out…
Art Gallery - Alexander Fine Art Auto repair - A Street Auto Chiropractor - Elite Health Day Spa - Massage Envy Hardware Store - Ace Hardware … (0 comments)

Resales are coming back strong in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:27 PM
 
                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Wow…if you compare with last year…resale’s were pretty much at the bottom of the scale but for the first quarter of 2011 they are totally leading the way with 80 condos & lofts sold in Downtown San Diego out of a total of 256. Both short sales and REO’s (bank owned) has also stepped up the latter to a total of 54 vs. 53. The only category that has declined is the developer sales. Not too surprising though…as we all know the developer sales at The Mark, Park Terrace, The Legend in the East Village/Ballpark District and Atria in the Marina … (0 comments)

New high-rise is on the horizon in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:26 PM
It’s quite funny looking back to the year of 2002 where I see myself standing on A Streeton the border of the Little Italy District and the Columbia District in Downtown San Diegosaying to my clients; “there will be at least 10 towers built right here that will outline the skyline of Downtown San Diego.”
I am sure they thought I was a little crazy…but was I right or was I wrong? Well….we do have The Grande North and South, Bayside,Electra, Treo, Sapphire, the new Bosa tower, the approved Columbia Tower Hotel, the approved 880 W Broadway Project and the approved Lane Field Project which gives us the total amount of 10. I say it again…there will be … (0 comments)

East Village in Downtown San Diego is a popular place to buy a Condo or Loft - 08/30/11 07:23 PM

As I am sure you already know…the resale market is taking over in Downtown San Diego. Going from a total Developer sale market to the pure resale market is something we have never seen before. The graph above is showing us Condos & Lofts sold by the 7 different neighborhoods in Downtown during the 1st quarter of 2011. The East Village/Ballpark District is totally on first place with 73 homes sold where the biggest amount were resales. The Columbia District, the Little Italy District and the Marina District are not far apart with a total of 47 vs. 49 vs. 46 homes sold but still a long way behind the East Village.
So why is … (0 comments)

Waterfront Park approved in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:22 PM
Want to have a place to dip your toes into water while strolling along the Embarcaderoin Downtown San Diego? Well…you might not have to wait too long. Plans for two parks located on each side of the County Administration Building on Harbor Drive in theColumbia District in Downtown San Diego has been approved by the County Board of Supervisors.
The parking lots on the north and south sides of the administration building will be converted to 8 acres of parks with the center piece consisting of two shallow pools running the west front of the county building. The water for the pools will come … (0 comments)

Monthly sales prices for Condos & Lofts in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:20 PM
As a Downtown San Diego condo and loft home owner it is always interesting to know more about the current real estate market. You know…just to be able to stay on top of things. So, I wanted to show you this graph so that you can get a better understanding about the average monthly sales prices that occurred during the last year. As you compare March 2010 to March 2011 not a lot of a change happened here. The line goes a little bit up and down but it seems like Downtown San Diego real estate home owners kept their sales prices pretty much at the same average … (0 comments)

The Port of San Diego welcomes the Green Business Challenge - 08/30/11 07:18 PM
 
As a downtown San Diego condo and loft home owner I always look around for ways to help & contribute to make our Downtown more green and environmental friendly. I came across an article the other day about the Green Business Challenge. The Port of San Diego and San Diego Gas & Electric has welcomed the first Green Business Challenge on the West Coast and the Challenge is an integrated energy efficiency and sustainability effort that would contribute to make Downtown a greener city.
This friendly Challenge asks local businesses around San Diego Bay in Downtown San Diego to green their operations for one year. These efforts are highlighted through a media campaign and an awards celebration … (0 comments)

Condos & Lofts sold by price range in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:13 PM

One of the most interesting facts about Downtown San Diego real estate is the quarterly number showing how many condos & lofts were sold in a specific price range in Downtown San Diego during a specific time frame. As we are geeks for the analytic…we do keep track of every transaction that occurs in Downtown. The graph above shows us that the price range that is leading the way for the 1st quarter of 2011 is the range of $300,000 and under with 104 units sold. Not too far behind comes the range of $300,001 to $500,000 with 78 units sold.
To read and compare 92101 Urban Living’s former blogs … (0 comments)

Summer movies in the park… - 08/30/11 07:06 PM
I know that I have mentioned many good reasons why its a great thing to own a Downtown San Diego condo orloft but still wanted to share one more. How cool is this? 40 free summer movies will be shown on huge widescreens at parks throughout the San Diego county and aboard the Midway in the Marina District inDowntown San Diego. It started June 3rd with “The Princess Bride” in Old Town’s Heritage Park and will continue through September 23rd with movies such as “Despicable Me,” “Karate Kid,” “Grease” and “Back to the Future.” The movies begin at dusk, but come early…activities will be available before … (0 comments)

San Diego Museum of Art - What does a City need? - 08/30/11 07:04 PM
What does a city need? The San Diego Museum of Art located inBalboa Park in Downtown San Diego will be dedicating 14 weeks to this question. Based on the responses to the exhibition Gustav Stickley and the American Arts & crafts Movement…contemporary artists, musicians, poets and speakers will be discussing the multiple answers on what a city need every Thursday night during the summer.
As I am a frequent visitor to the park…this is something that is of very high priority especially since I am aDowntown San Diego Condo home owner and of course want to be fully involved in the development ofDowntown San Diego. This exhibit … (0 comments)

Downtown San Diego is ready for more construction… - 08/30/11 07:02 PM
As a Downtown San Diego Condo home owner and a San Diego Real Estate Specialist I have during the years seen basically empty lots turn into high-rises and areas considered not so nice turn into the new hip place to be. The last couple of years have been pretty slow when we look at new developments and new construction inDowntown San Diego. Well…according to redevelopment officials & developers this is about to turn around. As demand and more cash to lend are starting to rise I believe that Downtown San Diego is facing an era with about 11 new projects about to take place in the … (0 comments)

Condos & Lofts sold - March 2010 to March 2011 in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:01 PM

You know…for being a real estate specialist and a Downtown San Diego Condo home owner…I got so used to the “developer market” the last couple years here in Downtown San Diego. As the developer sales at The Mark , The Legend and Park Terrace in the East Village/Ballpark District, Atria in the Marina District and Sapphire andBayside in the Columbia District are running out…Downtown is now facing a pure resale market…something we really haven’t seen before. As you can see in the graph above the developer sales totally lead the way all the way until the beginning of 2011. In February and March 2011…resales totally rocked the market in Downtown San Diego.
To read and compare other blogs about the Downtown San … (0 comments)

Conforming loans are on top in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 07:00 PM

Check out the graph above…this shows the total number of conforming/extended conforming/jumbo loans that was out there in the first quarter of 2011 in Downtown San Diego. The conforming loans totally lead the way with 111 loans out of a total of 135 condos & lofts sold during this time.
To read and compare other blogs about the Downtown San Diego real estate market click on Monthly sales prices for Condos & Lofts in Downtown San Diego, East Village in Downtown San Diego is a popular place to buy a condo or loft, Cash buyers are investing in Downtown San Diego Real Estate and Resales are coming back strong in Downtown San Diego.
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Twilight in the Park Balboa - 08/30/11 06:59 PM

Summers in downtown San Diego bring to mind sitting outside, late into the evening, with the warm sun and clear skies. People are carefree and lighthearted, it’s a good feeling being surrounded by this when you own adowntown San Diego loft or condo.
Twilight in the Park is a free summer concert series in Balboa Park at the Organ Pavilion. Talk about carefree and lighthearted sitting outside on a warm summer’s night! Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening at 6:15pm, from June 21st through August 25th, pack a picnic and venture up to Balboa to listen to live music with a bunch of other summer lovin’ … (0 comments)

East Village Green Surface Parking Lot - 08/30/11 06:57 PM
As a Downtown San Diego Condohome owner…I have the luxury of having my own personal parking space. For others who might not be so lucky…parking can be quite difficult especially in the East Village when there is a game going on at Petco Parkor if there are some other activities going on. CCDC is all aware of the importance of parking to a successful urban environment in Downtown San Diego. There are currently 63,000 spots in a mixture of private and public structures including street parking.
Well…we might get a new designated parking lot as the CCDC has completed an application to allow a new parking lot containing 156 spots … (0 comments)

Smashburger has taken the East Village by storm… - 08/30/11 06:56 PM
With the lines out the door, killer menu, and superb Downtown San Diego location…Smashburger has taken the ordinary American burger and put a modern twist on it. They start with 100% never frozen Angus beef, each burger is cooked to order, then they “smash”, sear, and season it on the grill. Place the freshly cooked patty on a butter-toasted bun, then topped with the highest quality cheeses, freshest produce, and condiments. The burger is then served fresh to you on a plate, not in a bag. If a Angus beef burger doesn’t sound great for lunch or dinner you can choose between Chicken sandwiches, … (0 comments)

Harbor Drive Pedestrian Bridge Wins Awards - 08/30/11 06:55 PM
 
As a Downtown San Diego Condo home owner in the East Village…I have been following the plans and construction of the bridge and I think its just awesome that the bridge actually have received national, regional and local awareness. Before the bridge was completed, we all had to walk around over to the Gaslamp Districtto be able to get access to the San Diego Convention Center and the water front…the bridge has definitely opened up easy access to this great area of Downtown San Diego.
One of the world’s longest self-anchored pedestrian bridges the “Harbor Drive Pedestrian Bridge” located right next to Petco Park in the East Village/Ballpark District has … (0 comments)

Downtown San Diego - Paradise in Progress - 08/30/11 06:54 PM
Downtown San Diego really is a city in full growth…as they call it “Paradise in Progress“…I do not object! Having the luxury of being a Downtown San Diego Condo home owner definitely has its pluses. The last couple of year has really made Downtown a very dynamic and growing city. The planning it takes for this high-volume redevelopment is a very complex process. It requires team work and participation of hundreds of individuals and organizations to make sure our day to day activity is interrupted to a minimum.
Sometimes more than one project is taking place at the same time, creating noise, dust, street and sidewalk … (0 comments)

San Diego Bay - Environmental Fund Projects Completed - 08/30/11 06:53 PM
 

Go Green…Go Downtown San Diego! I know that residents, CCDC, the Port of San Diego, small and big businesses are all thinking about our environment. As a Downtown San Diego condo home owner…I have noticed that going green is something that really has been a big subject the last couple of years in our community. 5 years ago thePort of San Diego’s environmental fund was created and their list was long. The Board of Port Commissioners has approved 62 projects and 42 of them has already been completed. The fund has programs that include but are not limited to recovering habitat, restoring the condition of … (0 comments)

Downtown San Diego Quiet Zone Update - 08/30/11 06:52 PM
I am sure you have noticed the construction going on around all the train intersections in Downtown San Diego. As a Downtown San Diego Condo homeowner I have been eager to follow the process of the Quiet Zone Project.
As we all have waited for the reduction of the train horn blast…the wait may soon be over. On July 10th beginning at 6 am until 1pm safety tests will be performed to make sure the newly installed equipment functions work properly. At this same time, a test train will make 8 round trips from Old Town through Downtown.
As a requirement form the Federal Railroad Administration, the … (0 comments)

Downtown San Diego Library - Progress Update - 08/30/11 06:48 PM












As you all know…the East Village/Ballpark District is the newest neighborhood in Downtown San Diego. A few years ago, not much of what you see today existed such as all the high-rises, Petco Park, restaurants, shops and bars. Park Loft was actually the first complex that was completed right before the ballpark opened up its doors. Its not really a surprise that city planners decided that the new Downtown San Diego Library was to be built right here next to the Ballpark. I mean…who wouldn’t want the Ballpark in your front yard and the new public library … (0 comments)

Ten Fifty B & Parkside receives awards - 08/30/11 06:47 PM
During the 2011 Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC) 2 Downtown San Diego projects were given several awards. The results were announced at Thursday’s awards luncheon at the convention in San Francisco. The PCBC sets the stage for the “best in the West” in residential, commercial and institutional design work and sets the pace for architects and developers around the nation and even worldwide. This was the first year since 1997 that San Diego had zero entries that won a grand award, contrary to the recent years and a record of 15 in 2000. The buildings of Downtown that won the awards this year … (0 comments)

San Diego Bay Whale visitors - 08/30/11 06:44 PM
Want to see a Gray Whale? San Diego Bayrestaurant dinner guests, Downtown San Diego Condo & Loft home owners and other visitors have had a little extra excitement this month in Downtown San Diego.
Throughout the last week several people have reported that they have seen a large Gray Whale exploring the San Diego Bay.
Whale migration usually ends in April but that doesn’t mean that some don’t hang out longer. It is estimated that more than 20,000 whales pass through San Diego each year moving between Baja California and Alaska.
This isn’t the first time that whales have been spotted in the Bay, last year a whale was … (0 comments)

BASIC - 2011 Business of the year - 08/30/11 06:41 PM
Being a Downtown San Diego Condo and Loft home owner in Downtown San Diego really has its benefits…one of them, all the great restaurants our neighborhoods are offering. For me..the East Village/Ballpark District holds me dear…as it is here i work, live and eat!
Have you ever been down to BASIC Urban Kitchen and Bar? This really cool urban place has been honored by the San Diego’s Business Improvement District (BID) Council by being named the 2011 BID Business of the Year at the Small Business Awards. BASIC excelled in all the criteria businesses were judged on, including business staying power, growth, financials, innovations and BID support.
Since Jon Manging … (0 comments)

Del Mar Horse Races 2011 - 08/30/11 06:39 PM
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Del Mar horse races are in full effect for 2011…or should I say hat races? This years race schedule runs from July 20th through September 7th, 2011. The races are a great way for Downtown San Diego Condo & Loft home owners and residents to take a day trip from the city to see some world class horse racing. The fun doesn’t stop at the races, Del Mar has some great restaurants and hotels to eat and stay at. Del Mar is in the Northern part of San Diego county located about 20 miles North of Downtown San Diego. Get your family & … (1 comments)

Cargo business is busy in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 06:32 PM
This summer has been a very busy summer for the Port of San Diego with the arrival of more than 600 alternative energy components.
This could potentially be an sign of an economic recovery both here in Downtown San Diego, the United States and the world. The first of the many shipments of wind blades and engine boxes arrived here in San Diego from Spain and were dropped off at the Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal. These products were stored at the marine terminal for a short time until a large wind farm in Honduras purchased some of them.
The busy summer at the Port … (0 comments)

Arguments heat up about the Balboa Park plaza plan - 08/30/11 06:31 PM
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The arguments for the new plaza plan at San Diego’s historic Balboa Park is heating up. Some don’t like the fact that the overall appearance of the park will be altered, others don’t like that not allowing cars to enter the plaza will crowd streets around Balboa Park with people looking for parking. No matter what the outcome is, not everybody is going to be completely happy with whatever outcome of the proposed 40 million dollar plan. A hearing was held the other day for officials to weigh out the pros and … (0 comments)

Bootlegger in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 06:31 PM
Bootlegger is one of Downtown San Diego’s newest bars, located at 8th and Market in the East Village/Ballpark District. From the creative menu to the overall ambiance that the new bar/restaurant puts out is sure to satisfy anybody looking to cut loose and hangout with friends.
Several young industry workers from many different bars in the San Diego area have come together, teamed up and are responsible for the opening of this new sure to be hot spot. With their experience, ideas, and local following I would bet that Bootlegger will end up being the new East Village local hangout.
I’m sure the Downtown … (0 comments)

Yearly interest rates for Downtown San Diego Real Estate - 08/30/11 06:30 PM
Wanted to share this graph with you all. As 92101 Urban Living are geeks for the analytic, thought this one would be of interest. This shows the last 20 years average interest rates on 30 year fixed rate mortgages. Looking back to the year of 1991 when the average rate was 9.25 gives you kind of an idea what luxury we have in the second quarter of 2011 where the rate is an average of 4.66. Pretty amazing that this year is beating the record of the lowest rate in the last 20 years. No wonder we have lots of action and people … (0 comments)

Increasing rents in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 06:29 PM
 
Downtown San Diego has some of the highest paid rentals in the nation. Why is that? Could it be the location? The amazing weather? I’m sure all of those are factors but they didn’t just happen over night. Downtown rents are still increasing everyday…slowly but surely.
People report that a major rise in the rental market is because of the large number of people that have lost their homes due to foreclosure or forced short sale. If people cant afford their homes anymore they are obviously going to have to start renting, unless they want to sleep on the street which … (0 comments)

iPhone app for Downtown San Diego Condo & Loft home buyers… - 08/30/11 06:28 PM
10 years ago a phone was a phone, a computer was a computer, a car was a car and so on and so forth. Today you can basically drop the need for having multiple gadgets and only have one smart phone. As of about 2006 you can literally buy or sell a car, trade stocks, and check the weather all from your phone. The buying and downloading of applications to your smart phone has really taken off, application developers for the iPhone have recently even created an “app” for buying a Downtown San Diego Condo or Loft.
From this application you can search homes … (0 comments)

Taste of Downtown San Diego 2011 - 08/30/11 06:28 PM
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The time has come…next month Downtown San Diego will be holding the annual Taste of Downtown once again.
This year it will be held on Thursday Sept 8th from 5pm to 9pm. “Taste of Downtown” is where over 50 restaurants throughout the neighborhoods such as the Little Italy District, the Gaslamp District and theEast Village/Ballpark District will showcase their menus and give Downtown San Diego Loft andCondo owners, residents and visitors the chance to tour some of their favorite restaurants along with discovering some new ones.
A complimentary shuttle service will also be available to take you to and from each … (0 comments)

Fat City/Top’s Building in need of a facelift… - 08/30/11 06:14 PM
 
Fat City/Top’s Building has been a part of Downtown San Diego’s heritage for many years, but the building has become old and in need of a reconstruction to keep this heritage going. SOHO (Save Our Heritage Organization) representatives, architect Jonathan Segal, and GLJ developer Luke Daniels have came up with and alternative design agreement that will preserve the historical landmark to the original 1941 Top’s appearance.
The plan is to create the Fat City Lofts, this plan includes a 232 unit apartment complex along with retail space that incorporates original and reconstructed portions of the Top’s building.
Downtown San Diego Condo and Loft home owners along with … (0 comments)

Who is buying Downtown San Diego real estate… - 08/30/11 05:40 PM
As we all know…Downtown San Diego sales have been pretty good lately. But…who is buying right now? Who has the money to invest in Downtown San Diego real estate? With these all time low prices and interest rates, investors have really opened up their eyes and started to invest in the Downtown market.
In the past 90 days, 60% (157 out of 260) of Downtown San Diego Condo & Loft sales have been below the $400,000 price point with most of the sales going to investors and/or cash buyers.
The East Village/Ballpark District and the Little Italy District have become the hot spot for these types of buyers. Some are buying … (0 comments)

Hot dogs, cold beer, and some fine baseball…at Petco Park - 08/30/11 05:39 PM
Hot dogs, cold beer, and some fine baseball…ring a bell? If you haven’t been to a Petco Park game yet…I would recommend you go. The San Diego Padres regular season is coming to an end in the 2011 season. As a Downtown San Diego Condo & Loft home owner its always sad to see the season end as this brings such a good energy to the East Village/Ballpark District. 
No matter what the outcome of the game is, Petco Park is one of the coolest stadiums and it sits right in the heart of Downtown San Diego. The San Diego Padres have won 6 out of their last 10 games. Their record for the 2011 season is … (2 comments)

Update - New Charger Stadium in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 05:39 PM

In the last several days Mayor of San Diego Jerry Sanders has been on a road trip to Kansas City, Indianapolis, and Denver. You might ask yourself….”what for?”
Well not that long ago there was a plan to build the San Diego Chargers new football stadium in Downtown San Diego and it has caused quite a bit a controversy. So Mayor Sanders has been on a fact finding road trip to these areas with relatively new sports facilities to try and solve some problems that Downtown San Diego Condo& loft home owerns and residents are having with the proposed plan.
I think he has been finding out some interesting … (4 comments)

The Mark is attracting all types of buyers in Downtown San Diego - 08/30/11 05:38 PM
 
First time home buyers, people buying second homes and investors have been so attracted to The Mark lately? The Mark has really been the target for all types of buyers. You may wonder why?
Well, as a Downtown San Diego Condo & Loft home owner in the East Village/Ballpark District myself…I can vouch for how much the neighborhood has developed over the past few years. As a rookie to Downtown in the early 2003 I look back and see myself standing in this empty dirt lot in the middle of the East Village. I’m trying to picture what this neighborhood will look like when pretty much all construction that was on the plan was completed.
Believe me when I say…I … (0 comments)

Las Hadas Bar & Grill in the Gaslamp District - 08/30/11 05:37 PM
One of the best parts of living in Downtown San Diego is its vicinity to all the fabulous restaurants we have here. If you haven’t been to Las Hadas…you are missing out. Las Hadas is a friendly neighborhood bar/restaurant with very competitive prices located at 558 4th ave (4th and market) in the Gaslamp District.
They serve a wide variety of food and drinks and they pride themselves on their customer service. This is a Mexican inspired restaurant that serve some of the best seafood I’ve ever had….and for those happy hour goers check out one of the best happy hours in the city. Every Monday-Thursday … (2 comments)

Progess update - New Downtown San Diego Library - 08/30/11 05:36 PM
As a steady follower of the construction of the new public library…I just wanted to give you guys an update on the progress here in Downtown San Diego. If you haven’t been by to see it, then I urge you to take a look the next time you are in the East Village/Ballpark District. The final product is going to consist of nine stories and will entail a cafe, events gathering site, an auditorium, a school, underground parking and a whole lot more.
If you drive past or stroll by, you will see that they have the concrete structure built up to about the … (0 comments)

For Rent - Contemporary luxury Condo at The Legend with awesome ocean & skyline views - 08/30/11 05:29 PM

From the entrance of home #1806, you are struck by both the   contemporary and simplistic design style. Unlike many urban units, there   is a small foyer entrance and hallway before entering the kitchen and   living areas. The floor to ceiling windows provides a sense of space  and  natural light. From the living room, you have full views and   perspective of the 7th Ave Corridor between J and K Streets. To the  South is Petco Park and to the North is the Downtown San Diego city skyline.
$3400/month, unfurnished, 2 bed/2bath, 1 parking space, $3400 security deposit, no pets, available August … (1 comments)