A few years ago, the Washington Business Journal conducted a study about parking conditions across major cities in the United States. Three California cities made the list of the 10 worst cities in terms of parking. Thankfully, San Diego was not one of them. Nonetheless, the vehicular density of Southern California often requires drivers to Continue…
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All About Downtown San Diego’s Spreckels Theatre
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In the 21st century, San Diego may not have the same showbiz legacy as Hollywood and Los Angeles. However, things were different in the decade preceding the Roaring Twenties, when Spreckels Theatre was built as part of the Panama-California Expo in Balboa Park, which itself celebrated the opening of the Panama Canal. The historic Spreckels Continue…
After you’ve put in the work of painting a wall, the last thing you want to see is that your freshly painted wall looks nothing like what you envisioned. The problems may be easily corrected or require a complete do-over. Whether it’s the color, sloppy edges, or tiny splats on the ceiling, there are ways Continue…
The Casbah: A Legendary Music Venue in San Diego
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If you enjoy modern rock and live performances, purchasing real estate in Little Italy San Diego could be one of the smartest lifestyle decisions you make. There are more than a dozen live music venues for you to explore in downtown San Diego alone, but the first one you should check out is the legendary Continue…
6 Spots to Eat Near San Diego City College
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Whether you’re a student, visitor, or local who owns Cortez Hill San Diego real estate, the dining options around San Diego City College are plentiful. Choices range from fast food favorites to upscale fine dining restaurants. American, Asian, Mexican, and Italian are just a few of the many cuisine types you’ll find in the area. Continue…
One of the best things about working in downtown San Diego is the ease of commuting. Instead of dealing with city traffic, you can just take the trolley from places like Santee or La Mesa to the downtown area. Depending on your location, this can take over a half an hour. However, you have a Continue…
Whether you are trying to get a higher selling price or just want to impress your friends, it’s nice to have a condo that looks more expensive than it actually is. Many people who own condos in Gaslamp Quarter are surprised to learn they don’t need costly renovations to make their homes look fancier. If Continue…
6 Tips for Installing a Kitchen Backsplash
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One of the easiest ways to upgrade your kitchen without doing an entire remodel is installing a backsplash. It can be as cheap as just a few dollars per square foot, and you can finish the project in a week. Not only does the delicate texture of the tile add visual interest to the area, Continue…
Air Plants: How to Grow and Care for Them Indoors
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The latest interior decoration trend among owners of lofts, penthouses, and condos in East Village San Diego consists of growing epiphytic plants, which are those that gather the nutrients and moisture they need from the air instead of the ground. The genus of epiphytes is Tillandsia. There are many species within this genus, and most Continue…
Good news for lovers of vegetarian, vegan, and healthy cuisine: one of San Diego’s newest restaurants is conveniently located on Fifth Avenue, right between Palm and Quince streets, which means it is just a short ride away from the heart of downtown. It’s the perfect spot for people who own real estate in Cortez Hill Continue…
If you haven’t noticed, vinyl records have been making a very strong comeback over the last few years. The advent of audio cassettes, compact discs, MP3 files, and streaming music services decimated vinyl record sales over many years. However, collectors, purists, audiophiles, and electronic dance music artists, among others, can be credited with making this Continue…
6 Ways to Make a Small Condo Look Bigger
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As the condominium market in San Diego continues to heat up, buyers and sellers share something in common: they would like to get more space. Condos for sale in 92101 will attract more buyers if the units are spacious. If you are moving into a new unit, you want to maximize every square inch of Continue…
4 Great Downtown San Diego Barber Shops
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Though men tend to stress less about hair than women, they still want to look sharp, and they also enjoy being treated royally while getting their hair cut. The downtown San Diego area is full of terrific barbershops. If you rent or own real estate in Little Italy San Diego or the East Village neighborhood, Continue…
How to Reduce the Risk of a Condo Burglary
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If you’re thinking about moving to zip code 92101, condos are readily available in the area. Though these units are generally safe, like any other property there’s always the potential risk of a burglary. However, there are a few tips you can use to reduce the risk of your condo being burglarized. Lock Doors and Continue…
4 Reasons for Homeowners to Get a Home Warranty
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If you own one or more penthouses, lofts, or condos, Columbia District real estate experts recommend at least looking into the benefits of having a home warranty. These types of policies can be a great failsafe for certain issues that occur at your home but are not covered by your homeowners insurance policy. Here are Continue…
Important Checklist for Maintaining Your Condo
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With condominium units currently in high demand, people who own condos in Core San Diego should pay close attention to their maintenance. Even in a seller’s market, house hunters tend to be very picky in terms of how condos have been maintained. Taking good care of a condo unit goes beyond paying for the mandatory HOA Continue…
5 Best Colors for a Loft’s Front Door
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The front door is the gateway to the home. It is the first and last thing people will notice when they visit your loft, which is why it should be painted in a color that is attractive and unique. In Core San Diego, lofts are known for their uniqueness, and painting your front door is Continue…
Learn About San Diego’s Amazing Central Library
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One of the most enjoyable aspects of owning or renting East Village San Diego real estate is being in close proximity to the Central Library at 330 Park Boulevard. It took city planners 3 decades to build the new Central Library, and the results have been more than impressive. Whether or not you currently live Continue…
Now that 2017 is here, there are new interior design trends coming into focus, and many homeowners are excited to change up the looks of their homes. If you already own or are thinking about purchasing one of the many amazing condos, penthouses, and lofts in Cortez Hill San Diego, keep these 5 hot interior Continue…
4 Ways People with Asthma Can Avoid Paint Fumes
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When painting the outside of condos in Columbia District San Diego, the interior will be exposed to only a minimum of fumes. If the painting takes place on a day when there is a light to moderate breeze, even fewer fumes will make their way inside of your home. If you have asthma and your Continue…