Solara Lofts Condos for Sale on Cortez Hill

A 8-story mid-rise building on Cortez Hill

Solara Lofts is for buyers who would rather have character than cookie-cutter. Solara Lofts is an 8-story condominium building at 1551 4th Avenue on Cortez Hill, in Downtown San Diego’s 92101 zip code. Built in 1982 by Skandia Real Estate Group, its 77 homes sit a short walk from the Gaslamp Quarter, with a more relaxed, residential feel than the towers around it.

Solara Lofts is all about light and air. Generously sized windows can be opened all the way or tilted in for a breeze, bringing San Diego’s weather indoors and framing views of Balboa Park, San Diego Bay and the hills beyond. Residents share a fitness center, a spa and, rare for downtown, a racquetball court, along with bike storage and personal storage for every home. Up to two pets are welcome.

Cortez Hill is one of downtown’s quieter, more residential corners, with tree-lined streets, city views and an easy walk to the Gaslamp Quarter, East Village and Little Italy. For buyers who want loft-style living with the neighborhood right outside, Solara Lofts is an easy place to call home.

Street Address: 1551 4th Avenue
HOA Fees: $760–$850/mo (2025–26 data)
Storage: Yes
Pets: 2
Pool: No
Spa: Club Level - Under Construction
Year Built: 1982/2007
Units: 77
Stories: 8
Guest Suites: No
Exercise: Club Level
BBQ: No
Concierge: No
Security: No
Guest Parking: Yes
Lease Restrictions: 30-day minimum
Builder: Skandia Real Estate Group
Notes: Raquetball Court, Bike Storage
HOA Management Group: Action Property Management
HOA Phone Number: 949-450-0202 x.535

Solara Lofts condos for sale

October 2026

Solara Lofts market snapshot

2for sale$369K–$528K
$597,500median sale pricepast 12 months
$530per square footmedian
26days to selltypical
4soldpast 12 months

2 homes are for sale at Solara Lofts, listed from $369,000 to $528,000.

Over the past 12 months, 4 homes sold at a median price of $597,500 ($530 per square foot), ranging from $550,000 to $875,000. The typical home sold in 26 days.

Based on MLS data compiled by The Neuman Team. Updated October 8, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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Is Solara Lofts right for you?

Solara Lofts suits buyers who would rather live in a smaller, lower-key building than a high-rise, the kind of place where neighbors get to know each other. Pet owners will appreciate the policy, which allows up to two pets per unit. For anyone who wants quieter streets with the city center a short walk away, the location is a real draw.

What to weigh before you buy

Dues run $760–$850 a month (based on the past year), covering the spa, fitness center, racquetball court, bike storage and common-area upkeep. There is no pool or concierge. The association is managed by Action Property Management.

Leases must be at least 30 days, so nightly rentals aren’t allowed, but monthly and longer rentals are.

Buying or selling at Solara Lofts

The Neuman Team has represented buyers and sellers of Downtown San Diego condominiums since 1981, with more than 7,400 closed sales, and has been #1 in 92101 for homes sold since 2000. Contact us to see which homes at Solara Lofts are available, or to find out what your unit could sell for today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Solara Lofts allow pets?

Yes. Solara Lofts allows up to two pets per unit. Check the HOA’s current rules before you buy, as policies can change.

What are the HOA fees at Solara Lofts?

HOA dues at Solara Lofts run about $760–$850 per month, based on sales and listings from the past year. Dues cover the spa, fitness center, racquetball court, bike storage, guest parking and common-area upkeep. The association is managed by Action Property Management.

Can I rent out my Solara Lofts condo?

Yes, with limits. Solara Lofts requires a 30-day minimum lease, as California law allows condo associations to do, so nightly and weekly short-term rentals such as Airbnb aren’t allowed. Monthly and longer rentals are permitted under the HOA’s rules.

What amenities does Solara Lofts have?

Solara Lofts offers a spa, a fitness center, a racquetball court, bike storage and guest parking. Homes include storage. There is no pool or concierge.

Where is Solara Lofts in Downtown San Diego?

Solara Lofts is at 1551 4th Avenue on Cortez Hill. The 8-story mid-rise building of 77 homes was completed by Skandia Real Estate Group in 1982.