2855 5th Ave 1304

Crowning the coveted southwest corner of The Park, Bankers Hill, this extraordinary two-level penthouse stands among the most significant residential offerings ever presented within San Diego’s Downtown and Uptown luxury market. An exceptional convergence of architectural scale, absolute privacy, bespoke design, and commanding natural beauty, the residence is enveloped by a breathtaking panorama extending from La Jolla and the Pacific Ocean across the coastal communities and San Diego Bay to Point Loma, Downtown, Coronado, Balboa Park, the surrounding mountains, and south toward Mexico. Completed in 2018 by luxury Encinitas-based developer Zephyr, The Park has emerged as one of San Diego’s most distinguished residential addresses, celebrated for its striking contemporary architecture, expansive residences, and privileged position directly overlooking historic Balboa Park. This penthouse established its provenance from the very beginning, making history upon its original sale in 2018 as the highest condominium sale ever recorded in 92103. Arrival is distinguished by a dedicated direct-access elevator that opens directly into the residence, introducing an extraordinary 5,536 square feet of combined indoor and outdoor living arranged across two levels. The three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath residence is composed with the scale and sophistication of a private estate, offering dual primary suites, a den, and dedicated study. Soaring ceilings and dramatic walls of floor-to-ceiling glass bathe the interiors in natural light while transforming the Pacific, Balboa Park, and San Diego skyline into an ever-changing work of art. More than $1 million in bespoke enhancements elevate the residence far beyond its original design. Interiors curated by JB Noble Interiors, Studio Emphasis, and Studio Europa Leicht reveal an exceptional level of craftsmanship and materiality throughout. Designer shagreen wallcoverings, sculptural selenite sconces, custom millwork and cabinetry, Lutron automated shades, and sophisticated smart-home, lighting, and media integration by Trace Controls create an environment that is at once richly layered, technologically advanced, and effortlessly refined. At the heart of the residence, the chef’s kitchen is an exercise in understated European sophistication, pairing Italian Boffi cabinetry with a dramatic Caesarstone waterfall island and an exceptional suite of Miele appliances, including a full-size wine refrigerator. Expansive living and dining spaces unfold across DuChâteau hardwood flooring, framed by glass and panoramic views before transitioning seamlessly to the private terraces. Here, a Valakas marble-clad fireplace creates a remarkable open-air salon suspended above the city, equally suited to intimate evenings and elegant entertaining. The dual primary suites are conceived as private sanctuaries, distinguished by custom Truline wardrobes, generous walk-in closets, automated blackout Lutron shades, and spa-inspired baths enveloped in marble slabs with dual vanities and exquisitely appointed finishes. A beautifully proportioned third bedroom, den, and dedicated study further enhance the versatility of the residence, while the separation afforded by its two-level configuration creates an uncommon sense of privacy and intimacy. Outdoor living is integral to the penthouse experience. Two expansive private terraces encompassing nearly 700 square feet command a cinematic panorama that continually transforms throughout the day. Mornings unfold above the verdant canopy of Balboa Park, afternoons are framed by the blue expanse of the Pacific, and evenings culminate in spectacular sunsets before the Downtown skyline illuminates below. Few residences in San Diego offer such an extraordinary setting for grand-scale entertaining, al fresco dining, or quiet retreat. The Park’s private amenities evoke the experience of an intimate luxury resort. Residents enjoy a resort-style pool and spa, state-of-the-art fitn...