Category Archives: San Diego Lifestyle

3 Best Brunch Spots in Downtown San Diego

Tom Ham

The best way to take the sting out of the end of the weekend is to indulge in a fabulous Sunday brunch. Whether you want to indulge in an all-you-can-eat buffet, or get a single entree and a couple of craft beers, downtown San Diego’s restaurants have plenty of reasons for you to crawl out of bed on Sunday morning.
Tom Ham’s Lighthouse

At the very tip of Harbor Island, Tom Ham’s Lighthouse sits surrounded by water on three sides. This coveted location means that diners get gorgeous views of the water …

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by Larisa Rose on September 5, 2011

San Diego Downtown Neighborhood Explored

Hi! You’re in the Neighborhood area of this SanDiegoCondoLoft blog; specifically in the Downtown neighborhood. Other Neighborhoods are available too as you browse the blog. Look for Categories and Tags for the opportunity to jump around the site. Elsewhere you can learn more facts and figures about downtown, but here you’ll get a fair idea what it’s like to live here.
Downtown is essentially zip code 92101. It reaches from Balboa Park to the east, to Little Italy to the north, to the airport at the west, and to the south …

by Tom Swell on September 2, 2011

Top Sold Luxury Condos in Downtown San Diego

You can see the asking price for most any unit in any building on the internet. You can find value estimates online. But nothing informs the investor like knowing what actually sold and how much was actually paid. The County Assessor figures indicate the actual sale price and not the sometimes manipulated numbers you might see elsewhere.
Here are some 2011 sales figures for luxury units in popular buildings. If you see similar units asking for far more or far less, this information can be helpful. We’re primarily interested in $1M+ …

by Tom Swell on August 31, 2011

The Future of San Diego’s Downtown Waterfront

Brown Pelican

The Old Salt

For some of us, the renewal of downtown has been an explosion of newer and better. For those less patient, it has taken forever. For all of us–there’s more to come! Your investment in downtown condo life comes with perks galore.
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The Star of India & Submarine

Let’s talk about the waterfront. Already we have magnificent naval vessels visiting Broadway pier, but add the cruise ships, the classic tall ships, the visiting yachts and anchored boats just offshore and you have a splendid view …

by Tom Swell on August 29, 2011

How To Choose a Gym in Downtown San Diego

CrossFit workout in San Diego

The many condo and loft buildings in downtown San Diego have fitness centers with lots of great equipment for residents. But, sometimes you need a little extra push that you can only get from a personal trainer or a group fitness class. Thankfully, there are plenty of gyms around downtown San Diego, each with their own styles and specialties. Here are four fitness centers within walking distance of the best new luxury condo buildings around downtown San Diego.

The Urban Warrior
CrossFit East Village uses words like “efficient” and “functional” in describing …

by Larisa Rose on August 17, 2011

Best Dog Breeds for Downtown Condo Living

Great pets for downtown condo living

Living an urban lifestyle is all about luxury, fun, and convenience. Having a four-legged friend isn’t a luxury you have to give up just because you’ve traded a yard for a balcony in your new condo. Cats are easy to accommodate, but among the hundreds of different dog breeds, from tiny Chihuahuas to massive Mastiffs, which will thrive in an urban condo or loft? A little research will help you determine what kind of dog will love living the downtown lifestyle as much as you do.
Every condo or loft community that …

by Larisa Rose on August 10, 2011
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