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Cortez Hill
Anyone who has driven down Cortez Hill on Ash Street in the spring can recall the beauty of the bay
and jacaranda trees in lavender bloom against San Diego's blue sky. Distinguished, and one of San
Diego's oldest residential neighborhoods, it was named for the famous El Cortez Hotel. Views include
Balboa Park, the bay and ocean beyond, and the urban scene below. Victorian-style homes dot the
area, along with condominiums and apartments. The hill's topography separates it from downtown's
hustle and bustle, yet its closeness makes it a very desirable address. More residential projects are
underway, and a new neighborhood park is planned.
Anyone who has driven down Cortez Hill on Ash Street in the spring can recall the beauty of the bay
and jacaranda trees in lavender bloom against San Diego's blue sky. Distinguished, and one of San
Diego's oldest residential neighborhoods, it was named for the famous El Cortez Hotel. Views include
Balboa Park, the bay and ocean beyond, and the urban scene below. Victorian-style homes dot the
area, along with condominiums and apartments. The hill's topography separates it from downtown's
hustle and bustle, yet its closeness makes it a very desirable address. More residential projects are
underway, and a new neighborhood park is planned.
East Village
Downtown's largest neighborhood, this area will experience the greatest growth in coming years.
Scattered throughout are artists' homes, studios, galleries, and shops. San Diego City College, the
New School of Architecture and two high schools are here. Former warehouses, even an old church,
have been transformed into charming residential lofts. A dramatic facelift is planned for Park
Boulevard (formerly 12th Avenue), linking San Diego Bay and Balboa Park. San Diego Padres Petco
Park opened in April 2004; a new Main Library is planned, and thousands of new residential units are
being constructed.
Downtown's largest neighborhood, this area will experience the greatest growth in coming years.
Scattered throughout are artists' homes, studios, galleries, and shops. San Diego City College, the
New School of Architecture and two high schools are here. Former warehouses, even an old church,
have been transformed into charming residential lofts. A dramatic facelift is planned for Park
Boulevard (formerly 12th Avenue), linking San Diego Bay and Balboa Park. San Diego Padres Petco
Park opened in April 2004; a new Main Library is planned, and thousands of new residential units are
being constructed.
Gaslamp Quarter
Beginning with his building a wharf at the foot of Fifth Avenue to
accommodate trade and commerce in the 1870s, Alonzo Horton
encouraged the development of downtown. This 16.5-block
neighborhood is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and
the 94 structures identified as historically or architecturally significant
now house close to 100 restaurants and nightclubs, movie theatres,
stores, offices, galleries, and live/work lofts. A charming hardscape
park at the trolley station across the Convention Center features a
playful fountain, much to the delight of youngsters of all ages. More
new residential, commercial and retail projects are underway or
planned.
Beginning with his building a wharf at the foot of Fifth Avenue to
accommodate trade and commerce in the 1870s, Alonzo Horton
encouraged the development of downtown. This 16.5-block
neighborhood is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and
the 94 structures identified as historically or architecturally significant
now house close to 100 restaurants and nightclubs, movie theatres,
stores, offices, galleries, and live/work lofts. A charming hardscape
park at the trolley station across the Convention Center features a
playful fountain, much to the delight of youngsters of all ages. More
new residential, commercial and retail projects are underway or
planned.
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Neighborhoods of Downtown San Diego
Columbia
Beginning at its namesake pier, Broadway is downtown's main street, with medians containing lush
foliage and lighted banners proclaiming a hearty "WELCOME TO DOWNTOWN!" The surrounding
neighborhood is largely commercial in nature. Residential opportunities are dotted throughout. The
waterfront is a major segment of the North Embarcadero Visionary Plan, which includes a grand
esplanade and development that values the beautiful vistas and public access. Additional office
towers are planned for this area, and a new hotel was recently completed.
Beginning at its namesake pier, Broadway is downtown's main street, with medians containing lush
foliage and lighted banners proclaiming a hearty "WELCOME TO DOWNTOWN!" The surrounding
neighborhood is largely commercial in nature. Residential opportunities are dotted throughout. The
waterfront is a major segment of the North Embarcadero Visionary Plan, which includes a grand
esplanade and development that values the beautiful vistas and public access. Additional office
towers are planned for this area, and a new hotel was recently completed.
Core
Downtown's Core Neighborhood, from A Street to
Broadway and Union Street to Park Boulevard, is the
heart of San Diego's central business district. Major
arts-related venues are here as well, including Symphony
Hall, the Civic Theatre and the 1926 California Theatre.
Restoration and revitalization of several historic buildings
are underway or planned, adding new residential, retail
and commercial space and public parking.
Downtown's Core Neighborhood, from A Street to
Broadway and Union Street to Park Boulevard, is the
heart of San Diego's central business district. Major
arts-related venues are here as well, including Symphony
Hall, the Civic Theatre and the 1926 California Theatre.
Restoration and revitalization of several historic buildings
are underway or planned, adding new residential, retail
and commercial space and public parking.
Horton Plaza
Named for the small but prestigious Horton Plaza Park, this neighborhood is where the redefining
of downtown began. Residential opportunities may be limited, but this 15-block area puts all
residents at the center of downtown's activity. The area includes condominiums and apartments
amidst high-rise office buildings, stores, hotels, theatres, and restaurants. San Diego's Walk of
Fame begins here with statues of Alonzo Horton and Horton Plaza developer, Ernest Hahn.
Named for the small but prestigious Horton Plaza Park, this neighborhood is where the redefining
of downtown began. Residential opportunities may be limited, but this 15-block area puts all
residents at the center of downtown's activity. The area includes condominiums and apartments
amidst high-rise office buildings, stores, hotels, theatres, and restaurants. San Diego's Walk of
Fame begins here with statues of Alonzo Horton and Horton Plaza developer, Ernest Hahn.
Little Italy
The sloping landscape at the northern edge of San Diego Bay was once home to a
highly-successful tuna fishing industry and the many Italian families who derived a living from that
industry. Its lovely vistas now offer an urban neighborhood with single-family homes,
condominiums, and apartments. A recently revitalized India Street is alive with restaurants, small
cafes, galleries and specialty shops. Amici Park adjoins the rebuilt Washington Elementary
School, just blocks from a wide variety of new housing for the next generation of village residents.
The sloping landscape at the northern edge of San Diego Bay was once home to a
highly-successful tuna fishing industry and the many Italian families who derived a living from that
industry. Its lovely vistas now offer an urban neighborhood with single-family homes,
condominiums, and apartments. A recently revitalized India Street is alive with restaurants, small
cafes, galleries and specialty shops. Amici Park adjoins the rebuilt Washington Elementary
School, just blocks from a wide variety of new housing for the next generation of village residents.
Formerly warehouses and vacant lots, this neighborhood offers high-rise and mid-rise
condominiums and apartments, townhouses, lofts and SRO units in a variety of styles, sizes and
prices. The area stretches between the waterfront, Horton Plaza and downtown's office towers.
Ample open space is offered at Pantoja Park, Children's Park and the linear King Promenade,
providing ideal settings for families, professionals, retirees, and those who travel the globe. Some
of the area's rich cultural history is here, as the Asian/Pacific Thematic Historic District recognizes
the contributions of San Diego's Asian cultures to the development of this city
condominiums and apartments, townhouses, lofts and SRO units in a variety of styles, sizes and
prices. The area stretches between the waterfront, Horton Plaza and downtown's office towers.
Ample open space is offered at Pantoja Park, Children's Park and the linear King Promenade,
providing ideal settings for families, professionals, retirees, and those who travel the globe. Some
of the area's rich cultural history is here, as the Asian/Pacific Thematic Historic District recognizes
the contributions of San Diego's Asian cultures to the development of this city
