2855 5th Ave Unit 1304, Mission Hills, CA 92103

Property Description

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 entirely private, with a dedicated direct-access elevator opening into 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 fitness center and dedicated yoga studio, sophisticated clubroom, private wine room, and an expansive outdoor owners’ terrace appointed with fire pits, barbecues, and intimate lounge areas. A dedicated pet-washing station adds thoughtful convenience, while two beautifully furnished guest suites with full kitchens offer homeowners the rare ability to accommodate visiting family and friends within the building for up to five nights per month, subject only to a nominal $275 cleaning fee. Three parking spaces and two oversized private storage units further distinguish this exceptional offering. More than a penthouse, this is a private estate in the sky: a residence of extraordinary scale and provenance, where bespoke interiors, uncompromising privacy, and sweeping terraces converge above one of Southern California’s most remarkable panoramas. Singular in its position, design, and presence, it represents a rare opportunity to own one of the defining residences of San Diego luxury.