Description

This controlled access 18 unit building was built in the 1930's and consists of a single three-story building with an attractive courtyard to the rear. The building covers the majority of the rectangular site which extends to about .115 acres. The unit mix comprises of six studios at 475 SF, six open one-bedrooms at 575 SF, six one-bathroom units at 635 SF. The units have gas ranges, refrigerators, microwaves and vertical blinds. The building is master metered for utilities but the tenants are billed back fro the electric. Several of the units on the south side of the project benefit from views of Downtown and the new Petco Ballpark. In 2000 the property underwent a dramatic renovation program. The interior and exterior of the property was painted and the roof replaced. The interiors of all the units were extensively overhauled with new appliances and floor coverings. The wiring and plumbing was also upgraded and the courtyard to the rear of the property was rehabilitated and a laundry area installed.

The Empire is a recently rehabilitated mid rise apartment building located on 13th Street in the East Village are of downtown San Diego, one of San Diego County's most desirable and dynamic rental sub-markets. The construction of the Ballpark and the associated developments surrounding it means that the East Village area of downtown San Diego is going to continue to improve dramatically over the next few years which will only enhance The Empire's location and value. The major employment centers of Downtown, Mission Valley, and Chula Vista are only a short drive away. Withing blocks of The Empire are City College, the San Diego Police Head Quarters, the Convention Center, Balboa Park and major transportation lines including trolley and bus.