SOLD - Spacious Arts District Warehouse Loft for Sale - Toy Warehouse #6

Huge live/work space with authentic brick details intact. Located in a prime pocket of the Arts District near the Barn Lofts, Sci Arc and the upcoming One Santa Fe project, this spacious unit features almost 1800 square feet of space on the ground floor.  This is the first unit to come on the market in this building in almost 2 years. Comes with 1 parking space and low HOAs. Listed as an REO property for $471k. 

SOLD - Views from the Lap of Luxury for Sale - 1100 Wilshire, #3504

This beautiful, sleek unit on the 35th floor of the 1100 Wilshire live/work building has lovely northerly mountain views that are unobstructed. Bright and airy during the day and serene at night, this 2 bed, 2 bath home features 1340sf of space. Comes with 2 parking spaces and plenty of guest parking. Outdoor space includes a rooftop pool and deck with BBQ area, plus there's a gym, media room, and 24-hour concierge. Just minutes to Staples and Restaurant Row. :Listed at $695k. 

SOLD - Live/Work Character Arts District Loft for Sale - Molino, #214

Gorgeous live/work space with authentic details intact. Located in a prime pocket of the Arts District, this spacious unit features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, upgraded chef's kitchen, and beautiful original wood and brick details. Comes with 1 parking space, over 2400sf of living space and building amenities include a gym and pool. Listed for $775k

SOLD - Theater District Art Deco Pied a Terre for Sale - Eastern Columbia, #902

This gem of a unit in the Art Deco Eastern Columbia unit opens up to a bright studio that's a great blank canvas for those who are creative. Large trio of windows and gleaming concrete floors add charm to this open space. Comes with 1 parking space, and building amenities include a 24-hour concierge, gym and fabulous rooftop pool. Listed for $599k with 1280sf of space.

LEASED - Centrally Located Penthouse for Lease - Sky Lofts #2212

Once an office building, the Sky Loft building was transformed into a live/work building with understatedly elegant finishes. The wonderful thing about this building is that the first 12 floors are offices, so half the building is unoccupied in the evenings and weekends. If you’re looking for peace and quiet with a location just between South Park and the Financial District, then this is the building. There’s a beautiful modern penthouse unit for lease at $2950. 1 bed, 2 baths, 2 parking spaces, and spacious at 1200 sf. Plus views for miles. 

SOLD - Rare Historic Penthouse for Sale - Rowan PH #6

Located in the heart of the Old Bank District and what's become Gallery Row, this Rowan unit has several things going for it--character, location, prime penthouse unit and 2 parking spaces. And it's Mills Act approved. The unit is well appointed with high ceilings, exposed brick and large, expansive windows. And the building will soon have the new Spring Street Park right next door. Walk to Coles, Nickel Diner, Spring Street Bar, Baco Mercat, Varnish. 2 bed and 2 bath, 1010sf of space, offered at $650k.

LEASED - Dog Lovers Paradise for Lease - Douglas #3A

Built in 1898, the Douglas building once held the main ticketing offices for the Southern Pacific Railroad. The sturdy yet charming office doors still remain as the entry doors for the units. Located at the northern tip of Gallery Row and walking distance to Little Tokyo and the bustle of the Old Bank District, it's also just a hop to the ever-popular dog park. This lovely corner unit shares only one neighbor to the side, and has views of the downtown skyline. Bright and airy with huge original office windows, the unit also has a separated bedroom. 1 bed, 1 bath, 720sf, with a dedicated covered parking space for $2100/mo.

Courtesy of Roxanna Godinez, Loftway

SOLD - Old Bank District Pied a Terre for Sale - Rowan #511

Located in the heart of the Old Bank District and what's become Gallery Row, the Rowan Building has two huge advantages--character and location. The building has lots of original details intact, and the units have open space floor plans with high ceilings, exposed brick and large, expansive windows. It's also a Mills Act building, and there's the Spring Street Park being developed right next door. This 5th floor unit has 1 bed and 1 bath, 940sf of space, and is offered at $399k.

Courtesy of  Bill Cooper, Coldwell Banker

LEASED - Unreal Views for Lease - 1100 Wilshire, #2511

This beautiful, sleek unit on the 25th floor of the 1100 Wilshire live/work building has more views than even some of the Ritz Carlton units. Bright and airy during the day with twinkling views for miles at night, this 2 bed, 1 bath unit features 1140sf of space. Comes with 2 dedicated parking spaces and plenty of guest parking. Outdoor space includes a rooftop pool and deck with BBQ area, plus there's a gym, media room, and 24-hour concierge. Just minutes to Staples and Restaurant Row. $3300/mo (includes utilities).

An Organic Pantry on Broadway

Even amongst today's gentrifiers, there are levels. Starbucks was formerly the unmistakable sign of a neighborhood's upward change. That distinction was soon replaced by Trader Joe's. However, I've recently heard some jaded folks calling these two establishments "so 2009," meaning, the true sign of gentrification is the organic food purveyor. There happens to be one now open on the ground floor retail space at the Eastern Columbia building on the corner of Broadway and 9th. It's called Om Nom Organics and they also serve fresh coffee!

WITHDRAWN - Penthouse + Entire Rooftop Patio for Sale - El Dorado #1207

Charlie Chaplin once lived at the El Dorado. How's that for old Hollywood pedigree? Originally a hotel built in 1914, the building has been beautifully remodeled for discerning residents, and is conveniently located on Gallery Row in the Old Bank District, next door to future park grounds--that usually means upside for investors. Currently available is a stunning penthouse with a huge 180-degree view patio, 3 beds, 2 baths, 2 balconies in addition to the patio, and over 1700sf of space. Offered at $1.3 mil.

LEASED - Rare Luxe Industrial for Lease - Biscuit Co. #710

Think Meatpacking District in NY. Just south of Barker Block, Molino, and next door to Toy Factory, the Biscuit Company Lofts are nestled in their own microcosm. The building itself has been beautifully adapted for live/work lofts and at its doorstep is Church and State, Little Bear, Pour Haus, and a convenient grocer called Joe's. Rarely do units come on sale here, let alone for lease, but there's currently a 2-story penthouse that has 2 beds, 1 bath, balcony, and over 1700sf of space. The building has a pool and gym. Offered at $4995/mo.

LEASED - Serious Luxury with Views for Lease - Ritz Carlton #39J

The Ritz. Always glitzy, glamorous, and high profile. But the location in downtown is perhaps one of the most coveted because of the views. This immaculate corner suite boasts 3 beds, 3 baths, and over 2000 sf of space. The views from Hollywood to the ocean are not to be taken lightly. The building has a 24-hour concierge and valet parking, saltwater pool, and gym. Offered at $10,000/mo.

Different Kind of Juicery

Great little juice bar that reminds me of something I've seen in New York and London. This isn't your typical processed, sugar-filled juice bar. They use completely raw and unfrozen ingredients and sweeten as necessary with honey. Sustain Juicery is just down the street from Cole's on 6th, next to Harlem Alley.

SOLD - Luxe Living in the Arts District for Sale - 940 E. 2nd St. #6

Built in 1906 and completely remodeled and refinished in 2011, the 940 E. 2nd St. Lofts are not your usual Arts District dwellings. They're more like townhouses that happen to look like amazing lofts. Architecturally remastered by The Borman Group, the 38-unit community is a prime example of quality and style. What you get is lots of original brick with steel and light. There's a stunning 3-level home with 2 beds, 2.5 baths and private courtyard patio, 2650sf, available at $1,250,000.

LEASED - High-end Highrise for Lease - 1100 Wilshire, #2402

Lovely corner unit in the amazing 1100 Wilshire live/work building. 270-degree views to the west and the north. This unit has amazing skyline views, 2 bathrooms, has 1600 square feet of space. Comes with 2 parking spots and plenty of guest parking. Built in 1986, the one-time office building is now known for it's stunning rooftop pool and deck, gym, media room, and 24-hour concierge. $3800/mo.

Courtesy of Jessica Robertson, John Aaroe Group

Organic Produce Wednesdays at HCR

The thing about living in an area that's regenerating and reinventing itself is that you end up appreciating and thinking differently about the little things that start happening around you. Every Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. (until someone decides to nix the concept), Handsome Coffee Roasters in the Arts District will host a fresh, local and organic popup by The Produce Project. Be sure to stop by for heirlooms on the vine and happy chicken eggs, and then grab some serious coffee on your way home.

LEASED - Artists' Multi-level Live/Work for Lease - Barker Block, #127

True live/work loft for lease in the Barker Block building. Designed by the KOR Group, the building boasts a lovely rooftop pool and gym--both with views for miles, courtyard areas and an art exhibition tunnel. Plus it's directly across the street from Urth Cafe, perfect for that morning coffee run. The tri-level loft features multiple entryways that open up to spaces that can be used as offices. There's a mix of concrete and dark hardwood floors, 2 bedroom or office areas, open spaced kitchen and living area. Listed at $4000/mo for 2850 sf of livable, workable space.

LEASED ABOVE ASKING - Art Deco Gem for Lease - Eastern Columbia, #512

The Eastern Columbia building is one of the most adored buildings in downtown. The stunning 1930s art deco masterpiece features the iconic clock tower and bluish patina on the exterior, with a beautifully rehabbed interior by The KOR Group. Being one of the few, Mills Act-approved buildings, you'll also save on property taxes. Currently there's a 2-bed, 2 bath, 1770sf property available at $3000/mo on a month-to-month lease.

Courtesy of Ted Trentman, Keller Williams Pasadena

LEASED - Luxury Sky High Views for Lease - 1100 Wilshire, #1806

Gorgeous trophy unit in the amazing 1100 Wilshire live/work building. This corner unit has amazing skyline views, 2 bathrooms, and 1434 square feet of livable space. Built in 1986, the one-time office building is now known for it's stunning pool and deck, views to the ocean from the southwest units, ample parking for residents and guests, and a 24-hour concierge. $3750/mo.

Courtesy of Christiano Sampaio, Loftway