Mark Mills

Phone
(619) 606-2596

RE/MAX City Real Estate

888 W E St #703 San Diego, CA 92101

I moved to downtown San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter in summer of 2000 to work at a CPA firm as a Senior Financial Analyst.  At that time the San Diego condo market’s new construction renaissance was just beginning and I decided to follow my Mom's footsteps (40 years as a Realtor) and leave corporate world for a career in real estate.   I wanted to share the great time I was having living downtown with others and began helping buyers and sellers of downtown condos in 2002 when I joined RE/MAX in their downtown San Diego office.   I lived in the Gaslamp Quarter for 21 years and now live in the Pacific Gate condominiums in the Columbia neighborhood.

When I first began studying the downtown San Diego condo market I was struck by how all the sellers’ agents would say in the MLS that their listing was in the best condo building downtown, and I thought, “well, they can't all be the best.”   As I dug deeper to find out which one was really the best, there was very little information out there to distinguish one from another.   I began to think about what I do when I shop for a car: I go grab a copy of Car and Driver magazine or Consumer Reports and see what the experts have to say.  Since there was no such resource for all these condos, I decided to build that resource and share it with my clients to help them make an informed decision. 

Over the next several years I invested thousands of dollars and lots of time surveying the owners of these condos and posting the results of these surveys on my website .  I was ahead of the curve before Yelp.  Only condo "owners" receive one of my surveys, so it might just be a little more accurate than Yelp which anyone can opine on.  In addition to the condo surveys I have mailed to every condo owner downtown, I also have made up a relative condo comparison chart and added some more data on each building such and turnover rates (potential sign of how happy people are living there) as well as appreciation rates over the prior years.

I joined RE/MAX because they consistently have the most productive and educated real estate agents in the nation.  RE/MAX is the global leader in real estate sales, "no one sells more real estate than RE/MAX".  When other agents see my RE/MAX listings in the MLS or receive a phone call from me right away, they know they are talking to a productive and seasoned agent, and that helps me and my clients.  Customer service - built on a foundation of drive, experience and education - is the cornerstone of RE/MAX success.  RE/MAX has been solely focused on helping people buy and sell homes since 1973; we set a high standard to earn the trust and confidence of our clients. 

Compare my stats to other agents downtown:

Experienced:   

  • Selling downtown condos for 21 years!
  • Sold over 250 downtown condos.
  • Have an office in downtown.
  • Sold condos as low as $180,000 and as high as $2,800,000.
  • Sold the most expensive residential property in Little Italy.
  • Sold the largest condo in downtown, excluding combined units.
  • Resident of the Historic Gaslamp Quarter for 21 years.
  • Inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame.
  • Recipient of the RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award.

Stable:

Worked for RE/MAX for 21 years!! 

Reputable:

Works for the leading global real estate brand with high standards.

Mark pictured with the Founder/CEO and the President of RE/MAX International.

Mark pictured below with Nat Bosa of Bosa Development who has built 10 high rise condos downtown.

I work closely with the Bosa staff and often get insider information before most agents since I was the number one selling agent in their last building (Bayside) and was the leader in the new (2018) Pacific Gate building with 8 sales.

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Mark with his two dogs (Whippets) named Spot and Dawa. 

Mark Mills with his two Whippets Spot and Dawa

 

Mark Mills is a trusted source of information about the San Diego real estate market and has been quoted in the following national and local media sources including print, TV and radio: 

publications Mark Mills has been quoted in about San Diego real estate market

 

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Properties Sold by Mark Mills (Recently)

645 Front St Unit #1803, Downtown image
645 Front St Unit #1803, Downtown — Renaissance $1,299,000

Welcome to this completely remodeled Renaissance condominium located in the highly coveted Marina neighborhood of downtown San Diego. Savor this exceptional North East c...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 240019544 MLS
  • Renaissance Bldg.
  • ACTIVE Status
888 E St Unit #1906, Downtown image
888 E St Unit #1906, Downtown — Pacific Gate $1,588,000

Elevate your lifestyle at this ultimate luxury condominium with unforgettable views from every room. Live above it all in downtown San Diego overlooking the city through ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 240019193 MLS
  • Pacific Gate Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
700 E St Unit #3305, Downtown image
700 E St Unit #3305, Downtown — Electra $1,599,000

Elevate your lifestyle at this ultimate luxury residence with breathtaking views from every room. Live at the top of downtown in this 33rd floor updated and re-imagined c...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 240017191 MLS
  • Electra Bldg.
  • ACTIVE Status
1199 Pacific Hwy Unit #601, Downtown image
1199 Pacific Hwy Unit #601, Downtown — The Grande South $1,200,000

This beautifully upgraded residence offers views of the bay and city lights. Situated on the "residential front row," The Grande is easily accessible to Little Italy's di...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 240013446 MLS
  • The Grande South Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1333 8th Ave Unit #505, Downtown image
1333 8th Ave Unit #505, Downtown — Symphony Terrace $649,000

Welcome to Symphony Terrace in the Cortez Hill neighborhood of downtown San Diego. Enjoy the cool cross breezes in this Northwest corner location with a lot of natural l...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 240008417 MLS
  • Symphony Terrace Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #2504, Downtown image
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #2504, Downtown — Bayside $1,450,000

This gorgeous two-bedroom, two-bath southeast corner condo is located in San Diego's thriving Columbia neighborhood, in the exclusive Bayside By Bosa complex. This reside...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 240004517 MLS
  • Bayside Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
2770 2nd Avenue Unit #306, Mission Hills image
2770 2nd Avenue Unit #306, Mission Hills — Bridgewater $1,135,000

A one-of-a-kind top floor residence centered alongside one of the most magical fountained courtyards--reminiscent of the Palazzo dei Normanni in Palermo! Spacious floor p...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 240004300 MLS
  • Bridgewater Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
700 Harbor Drive Unit #305, Downtown image
700 Harbor Drive Unit #305, Downtown — Park Place $1,125,000

BEAUTIFUL MARINA LOCATION, LUXURY LIVING AT ITS BEST, UNIT FACING THE HARBOR AREA, WITH EXPECTACULAR VIEWS, WRAP AROUND LARGE PATIO, 857 SQ FT, ACCESSIBLE FROM MASTER BR,...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • PTP2400673 MLS
  • Park Place Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
575 6th Ave Unit #1303, Downtown image
575 6th Ave Unit #1303, Downtown — Alta $499,000

Alta residence #1303 lets you experience the ultimate downtown lifestyle, along with opulent amenities to spoil yourself with and has a walk score of 99 out of 100. This...

  • 1 Baths
  • 240001497 MLS
  • Alta Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
645 Front St Unit #603, Downtown image
645 Front St Unit #603, Downtown — Renaissance $1,075,000

Welcome to the Renaissance condominiums located in the highly coveted Marina neighborhood of downtown San Diego. Savor this exceptional North East corner home including ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 240001196 MLS
  • Renaissance Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
2564 Navarra Dr Unit #108, Carlsbad image
2564 Navarra Dr Unit #108, Carlsbad — La Costa Cay $700,000

Enjoy panoramic views through the double height floor to ceiling windows over looking the Omni La Costa golf course. This updated residence has a great floor plan with a...

  • 1 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 230022196 MLS
  • La Costa Cay Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1431 Pacific Hwy Unit #102, Downtown image
1431 Pacific Hwy Unit #102, Downtown — Breeza $650,000

Stunning remodel in Little Italy with 150 square feet of private patio space. All builder finishes replaced, new cabinets, new floors, appliances, quartz counters, walk i...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 230022061 MLS
  • Breeza Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
2858 6th Ave, Mission Hills image
2858 6th Ave, Mission Hills — The Park, Bankers Hill $2,450,000

Discover the epitome of sophisticated urban living in the heart of San Diego's prestigious Banker's Hill. This exquisite townhome presents a rare opportunity to indulge i...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 230017949 MLS
  • The Park, Bankers Hill Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1431 Pacific Hwy Unit #519, Downtown image
1431 Pacific Hwy Unit #519, Downtown — Breeza $680,000

RARE- 519 is one of six large 1-Bedrooms in the Breeza community! Arguably one of the nicest one-bedroom homes in Little Italy. This large 792 Sq. Ft. home breathes pride...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 230013126 MLS
  • Breeza Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1080 Park Blvd Unit #710, Downtown image
1080 Park Blvd Unit #710, Downtown — Smart Corner $455,000

Panoramic Views from this roomy condo in the East Village neighborhood. The location has a walk score of 99/100, making it a walker's paradise. From the East facing fl...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 230011034 MLS
  • Smart Corner Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1643 6th Ave Unit #318, Downtown image
1643 6th Ave Unit #318, Downtown — The Mills $350,000

The Cortez Hill district of Downtown San Diego is home to this contemporary studio. From the balcony of this turnkey residence, you can see Balboa Park and even a bit of...

  • 1 Baths
  • 230010974 MLS
  • The Mills Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
2284 Caminito Pajarito Unit #151, Ocean Beach (OB) image
2284 Caminito Pajarito Unit #151, Ocean Beach (OB) — Sea Colony $815,000

You will adore this wonderful townhome's remodeled interior, which has a spacious 2-car garage. This end unit has lots of windows, two balconies and is the largest floor...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 230010600 MLS
  • Sea Colony Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #1102, Downtown image
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #1102, Downtown — Bayside $1,350,000

SW Corner 2+Den, sold prior to MLS input.

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 230005763 MLS
  • Bayside Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #2001, Downtown image
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #2001, Downtown — Bayside $1,918,655

The Bayside condominiums offers some of the least obstructive bay views in downtown San Diego. This spacious floor plan with two en-suite bedrooms offers breathtaking ba...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 230005360 MLS
  • Bayside Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
325 7th Ave Unit #1808, Downtown image
325 7th Ave Unit #1808, Downtown — The Legend $917,500

Elevate your lifestyle at The Legend condominiums with unforgettable panoramic views of the bay, skyline, city lights and even the mountains. This NW corner residence i...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 230005100 MLS
  • The Legend Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
4346 52nd St Unit #12, Talmadge/San Diego Central image
4346 52nd St Unit #12, Talmadge/San Diego Central — Villa Toscana $430,000

You'll adore this top-floor corner condo with just one common wall in a great walking neighborhood, just 8 minutes from SDSU. A contemporary two-bedroom, two-bathroom flo...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 230004571 MLS
  • Villa Toscana Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
700 Harbor Drive Unit #1404, Downtown image
700 Harbor Drive Unit #1404, Downtown — Park Place $1,450,000

Elevate your lifestyle in this ultimate luxurious Park Place condominium with unforgettable bay views from every room and its two terraces. This is a rare opportunity to...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 210018374 MLS
  • Park Place Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
4163 Andros Way, Oceanside image
4163 Andros Way, Oceanside $890,000

Very sought after Antibes model in Ocean Hills Country Club. Situated at the top of a pristine street this single family home of 2317 sq ft. can be your dream home with t...

  • 2 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • NDP2300354 MLS
  • SOLD Status
2500 6th Avenue Unit #TH04, Mission Hills image
2500 6th Avenue Unit #TH04, Mission Hills — Park Laurel $2,500,000

Listing was sold prior to MLS submission.

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 230002494 MLS
  • Park Laurel Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
450 J Street Unit #7251, Downtown image
450 J Street Unit #7251, Downtown — Gaslamp City Square $775,000

Top floor South West corner penthouse available in the heart of the Historic Gaslamp Quarter, split bedrooms with five large sliding glass doors offering tremendous natur...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 230000289 MLS
  • Gaslamp City Square Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #702, Downtown image
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #702, Downtown — Bayside $1,150,000

Exclusive Bayside Condo w/rarely available SW corner unit with office westerly & southerly views! Beautiful contemporary style building by Bosa Development. Upgraded sing...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 220027090 MLS
  • Bayside Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
200 Harbor Drive Unit #3301, Downtown image
200 Harbor Drive Unit #3301, Downtown — Harbor Club $1,475,000

This highly upgraded Harbor Club residence is a perfect combination of stunning panoramic views and contemporary touches, the epitome of elevated urban living! Situated o...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 220011624 MLS
  • Harbor Club Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
700 Front St Unit #703, Downtown image
700 Front St Unit #703, Downtown — The Meridian $1,650,000

Impeccable elegance meets ideal resort-style living in this stunning condo at San Diego's The Meridian! Enter this luxe residence that welcomes you with a contrasting fus...

  • 1 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 220011647 MLS
  • The Meridian Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
500 Harbor Dr Unit #604, Downtown image
500 Harbor Dr Unit #604, Downtown — Cityfront Terrace $934,000

Amazing Opportunity to own this Fresh, Bright, and Airy 2br/2ba home in CityFront Terrace. As you walk through the front door, the expansive urban views draw you in. You'...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 220007756 MLS
  • Cityfront Terrace Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
450 J St Unit #3251, Downtown image
450 J St Unit #3251, Downtown — Gaslamp City Square $750,000

Live in the heart of the Historic Gaslamp Quarter. This is the best floor plan in the building, the SW CORNER, split bedrooms with five large sliding glass doors offering...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 220007236 MLS
  • Gaslamp City Square Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
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645 Front Street Unit #1803, Downtown — Renaissance $1,055,000

Enjoy the stunning city views from this northeast corner unit at Renaissance in the coveted Marina District. You'll delight in the colorful sunrises as America's Finest c...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • PTP2101191 MLS
  • Renaissance Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
700 Front Street Unit #2107, Downtown image
700 Front Street Unit #2107, Downtown — The Meridian $690,000

Downtown San Diego's Meridian building is the definition of luxury living. From the moment you pull into the driveway where your doorman greets you and the free valet pa...

  • 1 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 210008798 MLS
  • The Meridian Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
700 E St Unit #4102, Downtown image
700 E St Unit #4102, Downtown — Electra $1,590,000

Highest condo for sale in San Diego! Amazing panoramic ocean, bay, city and mountain views. You're so high up at 41 stories you can see over the other condo buildings in ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 210004625 MLS
  • Electra Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1080 Park Blvd Unit #802, Downtown image
1080 Park Blvd Unit #802, Downtown — Smart Corner $440,000

Great views from every room, ideal split bedroom floor plan, lots of custom built-ins including sliding doors to guest bedroom, walk-in closet, dry bar in the living room...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 210000594 MLS
  • Smart Corner Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
3535 1st Ave Unit #5C, Mission Hills image
3535 1st Ave Unit #5C, Mission Hills — Century Plaza Towers $815,000

Elevate your lifestyle at the iconic Century Plaza Towers located in the Bankers Hill neighborhood just five blocks from Balboa Park. This prime Southwest corner floor-p...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 210005237 MLS
  • Century Plaza Towers Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
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3620 3rd Avenue Unit #102, Mission Hills $542,500

UPGRADED LUXURY CONDO. This condo has hardwood floors, tile, upgraded kitchen with BOSH dishwasher, custom lighting, gas range, in-unit washer/dryer, upgraded bathrooms a...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • NDP2102966 MLS
  • SOLD Status
888 E Street Unit #2401, Downtown image
888 E Street Unit #2401, Downtown — Pacific Gate $2,375,000

Luxuriate in sparkling city & San Diego Bay views from this premiere 24th-floor residence in revered Pacific Gate! This desirable northwest corner unit boasts a spacious ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 210002419 MLS
  • Pacific Gate Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #2601, Downtown image
1325 Pacific Hwy Unit #2601, Downtown — Bayside $1,965,000

Elevate your lifestyle at this ultimate luxury condominium with unforgettable and safe bay views from every room. Live above it all in downtown San Diego overlooking the ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 200048654 MLS
  • Bayside Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
4049 1st Ave, Mission Hills image
4049 1st Ave, Mission Hills — Wellington Square $1,250,000

Featured in San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles Magazine! Sophisticated $200,000+ total renovation of this gorgeous art lover’s dream home! Lives like a single family home,...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 210005222 MLS
  • Wellington Square Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1388 Kettner Blvd Unit #2203, Downtown image
1388 Kettner Blvd Unit #2203, Downtown — Savina $970,000

Brand New Never Lived In! Arrive in style at your sophisticated condo at the brand new, luxurious Savina in the heart of San Diego. An open floor plan with wood floors ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 210000025 MLS
  • Savina Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
450 J St Unit #6191, Downtown image
450 J St Unit #6191, Downtown — Gaslamp City Square $415,000

Investment opportunity in the Gaslamp Quarter. Low HOA dues are your best friend. Great ammenties. South facing unit with year round natural light. Views of the city, his...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 210000655 MLS
  • Gaslamp City Square Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1205 Pacific Hwy Unit #1305, Downtown image
1205 Pacific Hwy Unit #1305, Downtown — The Grande North $879,000

You will love living in this home with fabulous panoramic views of the bay and city lights. Wrap around West, South and East facing floor to ceiling windows offers an abu...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 200033303 MLS
  • The Grande North Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
549 Grape St, Downtown image
549 Grape St, Downtown — N/A - No Hoa Fees Or Rules $2,194,500

Stylish features greet you at every turn in this impeccable San Diego residence that offers an ideal indoor-outdoor lifestyle! An inlay entry door opens to the multilevel...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 220003372 MLS
  • N/A - No Hoa Fees Or Rules Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
527 10th Ave Unit #303, Downtown image
527 10th Ave Unit #303, Downtown — M2i $751,000

Rarely available NW corner residence in M2i. This immaculate property features 11' ceiling heights, floor to ceiling windows and spacious open floor plan that is flooded ...

  • 1 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 220003436 MLS
  • M2i Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
7105 Aviara Drive, Carlsbad image
7105 Aviara Drive, Carlsbad — Aviara Point $2,400,000

Totally remodeled home with panoramic ocean views. Enjoy top of the line materials such as solid antique French oak flooring, wine closet, William Ohs custom kitchen and...

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 200003015 MLS
  • Aviara Point Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1309 Bulrush, Carlsbad image
1309 Bulrush, Carlsbad $1,275,000

Gorgeous home on Aviara Mar Fiore, a resort-like residential community. This two-story home boasts beautiful Crema Maril Marble flooring , large open kitchen with over...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 200017630 MLS
  • SOLD Status
530 K St Unit #419, Downtown image
530 K St Unit #419, Downtown — Trellis $420,000

Located in the Historic Gaslamp Quarter. Here everything is at your door step, restaurants, shopping and even the miles of walking paths along the bay are very close by. ...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 200040063 MLS
  • Trellis Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
500 Harbor Drive Unit #PH 1314, Downtown image
500 Harbor Drive Unit #PH 1314, Downtown — Cityfront Terrace $900,000

CITYFRONT TERRACE, Penthouse 1314 ~ stylish top floor 2BR/2BA unit executed by Michael Borrelli and rendered in exotic veneers and punctuated with premium brand appliance...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 200036564 MLS
  • Cityfront Terrace Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
700 Harbor Dr Unit #804, Downtown image
700 Harbor Dr Unit #804, Downtown — Park Place $1,525,000

Truly unique property located in the Marina District offering 2,200+ square foot patio with a large semi enclosed gazebo. Enjoy outdoor living on your own private garde...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 200007115 MLS
  • Park Place Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
1205 Pacific Hwy Unit #1604, Downtown image
1205 Pacific Hwy Unit #1604, Downtown — Grande North $790,000

Available Now! Grande North, embrace sophisticated living on Millionaires Row. Best 1 bedroom floor-plan Downtown encompassing approximately 899 square feet. 1 bedroom, 1...

  • 1 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 230003221 MLS
  • Grande North Bldg.
  • SOLD Status
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