Super Lofts Available - 2000sf and Larger

600sf is the new 800sf. What I mean is that new units are getting smaller in scale, and the small 800-900sf 1-bedrooms we used to snicker at are now considered large 1-bedrooms. 1000sf is pretty much consider HUGE. Size is becoming a huge commodity, as land and building costs are rising. Back in 2003-2007, developers were a lot more generous, which is why you often get more square footage for your money in buildings that were either built or converted in that period.

Here are some interesting "super lofts" available for sale now:

1100 Wilshire #3702 - 3000SF - 2 Parking Spaces

$5,950,000

Molino Lofts #213 - 4260SF - 5 Parking Spaces

$1,985,000

  

Barker Block Lofts #102 - 2660SF - 2 Parking Spaces

$1,675,000

Barker Block Lofts #144 - 2460SF - 2 Parking Spaces

$1,795,000

TEN50 PH5 - 2268SF - 2 Parking Spaces

$2,600,000

Flower Street Lofts - 2149SF - 2 Parking Spaces

$969,000

Barker Block Lofts #121 - 2040SF - 2 Parking Spaces

$1,200,000

Luma PH105 - 2001SF - 2 Parking Spaces

$1,995,000

Downtown Area Highlight: Arts District

Downtown really is its own world. While prices have gone up around the country in most cities (5.1% from 2015!), DTLA is in my opinion one of the most exciting and resilient places. Even after the crash of 2008, prices have been steadily rebounding and are now well past the 2007 height. More residents are living in the area. New businesses have arrived. And each week seems to bring about another exciting development.

One of the most thriving areas is the Arts District. I highlight the area because it has seen some serious value gains because of the exciting development and the lack of inventory. There are only FIVE loft/condo buildings in the Arts District, which is keeping demand high. In addition, some of the most exciting developments and destinations are happening in the area: SOHO House, Hauser Wirth Schimmel, At Mateo, Oficine  Brera, Bestia, The Row DTLA, and The Garey Lofts, Church & State, Shinola, Grow, Everson Royce Bar, La Kretz Innovator.

Great DTLA Historic Lofts on the Market Now - All with Mills Act Designations

What's so great about having property in a Mills Act building? Savings on property taxes. As you know, property taxes in Los Angeles are high. The Mills Act designation helps offset some of this tax burden. This could end up saving you thousands per year in taxes. The Mills Act only applies to select historic buildings.

Eckardt Building

Former warehouse in the Fashion District

Penthouse #1201

1760sf, 3 bed, 2 bath

Private patio, split level, Mills Act

$1.399MM

El Dorado Building

Former Historic Stowell Hotel

#305

1090sf, 2 bed, 2 bath

2 balconies, Mills Act

$749K

Eckardt Building

Former warehouse in the Fashion District

#203

880sf, 2 bed, 1 bath

Private patio, Mills Act

$519,995 

Rowan Building

Former office building in the Historic Core

#617

830sf, 1 bed, 1 bath

Mills Act

$588K

Eckardt Building

Former warehouse in the Fashion District

#208

810sf, 1 bed, 1 bath

Skyline views, Mills Act

$429K

Biscuit Co. Lofts

Former warehouse in the Arts District

#402

617sf, 1 bed, 1 bath

Skyline views, Mills Act

$535K

 

Eastern Columbia Lofts

Former department store in the Arts District

#410, 1200sf, $749k

#707, 1130sf, $749k

#202, 1150sf, $749k

#1009, 1190sf, $899k

Mills Act

More Activity in the Arts District - Barker Block & Biscuit Lofts

DTLA Arts District has become one of the most valuable areas in which to invest. Prices have been steadily rising, and it's no wonder with developments of theaters, galleries, shops, restaurants, GROW market, upcoming SOHO House, Garey Lofts, @Mateo, revitalization of the Coca Cola Building, etc.

Three new lofts available for sale:

Barker Block #542 - 1110sf - 849k

Russell Roney, KW

Barker Block #424 - 1070sf - 750k

Ted Trentman, Realty Source

Biscuit Lofts #114 - 980sf - $748k

Gil Saraf, KW

Activity in the Arts District - Biscuit Lofts and Molino Lofts

The Arts District of DTLA has been hot for a while now. Prices climbing every year, more residents moving to the area, and lots of retail and businesses locating there. Compared to other warehouse districts in NY SF, Austin, Shoreditch in London, it's still a very sparse area. And those who are getting in early are able to snag oversized spaces and units in Mills Act buildings. See below.

Molino Lofts #118
This super loft is currently being used as an office. It is a live/work building and a wonderful investment in a hot area. 2560sf, with original brick walls, updated kitchen, 3 enclosed offices, 2 bathrooms, 1 assigned parking space. Steps from Urth Cafe, Little Tokyo, Zinc, The Springs, Blue Bottle. There is a rooftop pool, gym, sundeck. Asking $1.199MM


Biscuit Co. Lofts #402
This loft in the historic and Mills Act designated building would make for a wonderful pied a terre in the Arts District. 617sf, with original brick wall details, updated stainless kitchen and 1 assigned parking space. There is a lap pool, gym, 24 hour front desk security. Steps from Church & State, Daily Dose, Stumptown Coffee, Bestia, Little Bear, Pour Haus, Zinc, The Springs. Asking $545k.

Split Level Penthouse Warehouse Loft - Barker Block #525

Hard to expect much more from this loft. Great views, privacy, and top floor location, skylight, lofted bedroom, super tall ceilings, 2 bathrooms, parking, etc. Plus it a live/work loft in the Barker Block building, the darling of the Arts District. Developed 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. Walk to Black Top Coffee, Zinc Cafe, Bestia, Church & State, Bread Lounge, Stumptown Coffee, Wurstkuche and more. The stunning loft features original wood beams, beautiful wood floors and sleek kitchen. Includes one assigned parking space. 1230sf. Listed at $999k. 

Currently Available Industrial Lofts in DTLA

Simply put, there are usually two kinds of lofts--industrial and architectural. The architectural ones are generally the conversions from former bank buildings, offices (think Rowan Lofts, Douglas Lofts, Eastern Columbia Lofts) that have a lot of beautiful character intact, both inside and out. The industrial ones are often conversions too, but have generally been adapted from factories, warehouses or showrooms (think Biscuit Company Lofts, Toy Factory, Barker Block, Textile Lofts).

Below are industrial lofts currently available for sale in these unique buildings:

FLOWER STREET LOFTS IN SOUTH PARK (Formerly a UPS Shipping Hub)

Penthouse Loft #416 - 1648sf - $800k

Loft #215 - 1260sf - $750k

Loft #117 - 1483sf - $683k

BARKER BLOCK LOFTS IN THE ARTS DISTRICT (Formerly the Barker Brothers Furniture Factory & Warehouse)

Loft #424 - 1070sf - $849k

One-of-a-Kind Loft Compound by DTLA & Cornfield Park - 1411 N. Broadway

Beautifully reimagined space in a former auto factory. The original bones of the building still intact, the space has undergone a transformation that will impress. 4000sf of renovated living space is matched by a flow into the outdoor private oasis, complete with rain shower and bath. This is a rare opportunity to own a converted residence that is in essence a private compound within a bike ride to the center of DTLA and across the road from Cornfield Park. Minutes to Highland Park, Frogtown, Atwater, Echo Park, Elysian Valley, Brewery, etc.  2 bedroom areas with bonus mezzanine loft, 2 full baths, 2 additional half baths plus outdoor bathing retreat. 2 Parking spaces within courtyard grounds. Total lot is nearly 7000sf. Asking $2.495MM.

Historic Lofts for Sale - Biscuit Lofts, Toy Factory Lofts and Textile Lofts

Inventory is super low in DTLA, what's new? About 80 properties for sale in the whole of the downtown. Below are recently available properties in great buildings. Check them out at their open houses on Sunday 3/22. UPDATE: All of the properties below have accepted offers.

2-Story Penthouse Biscuit Loft in the Arts District #714

1 bed, 2 baths, 2 parking, 2031sf, private terrace. 

Asking $419k *Mills Act Building*

PLG Estates

Toy Factory Loft in the Fashion District #603

1 bed, 1 baths, 1 parking, 976sf.

Asking $599k 

 Berkshire Hathaway

Textile Loft in the Fashion District #206

1 bed, 1 baths, 1 parking, 890sf, private terrace. 

Asking $495k *Mills Act Building*

Benjamin Hill

SOLD ABOVE ASKING - Top Floor, Balcony, Nice Views - Barker Block #540

Hard to expect much more from this loft. It's got a lot going for it--private balcony, great views, privacy, and top floor location. Plus it a live/work loft in the Barker Block building, the darling of the Arts District. And it's the lowest priced Barker Block unit in a while. 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 stunning loft features original wood beams, beautiful polished concrete floors and sleek kitchen. Includes one assigned parking space. Listed at $550k. 

CANCELLED - Massive Corner Industrial Loft - Molino Lofts #215

True live/work loft for sale in the Molino Lofts building. Designed by The KOR Group, the building boasts a rooftop pool, gym, sundeck, and parking. The stunning corner loft features more than 2600sf of space. Hardwood floors throughout and the best part is a private balcony overlooking the 4th Street bridge. Comes with 1 assigned parking space. Asking $1,088,000.

SOLD - Post and Beam Warehouse Loft - Barker Block #335

True live/work loft for lease in the Barker Block building with over 1600sf of living space. 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 stunning oversized loft features original wood beams, beautiful hardwood floors, and numerous upgrades. Includes one assigned parking space. Listed at $935k. 

SOLD - Upgraded Industrial Loft in Arts District - Barker Block #242

True live/work loft in the Barker Block building with an unusual wide floorplan featuring 1090sf of living space and appliances by Miele. 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. Walk to Arts District Flea, Little Tokyo, Wurstkuche, Piehole, SciARC, Bestia, Church & State, Daily Dose, and more The stunning loft has 1 bathroom1 and 1 assigned parking space. Listed at $649,000. 

SOLD - Penthouse Loft with Sunset Views to the West - Barker Block #505

True live/work penthouse loft in the Barker Block building with views of beautiful sunsets. This west facing loft features 1310 sf of living space, making it one of the more spacious lofts in the 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 stunning loft has beautiful polished concrete floors, 1 bathroom1 and 1 assigned parking spaces. Listed at $799,000. 

SOLD - Immaculate Open Plan Industrial Loft - Barker Block #246

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 breezeway. Plus it's directly across the street from Urth Cafe, perfect for that morning coffee run. The open floorplan loft features a mix of concrete walls, dark hardwood floors exposed wood beams, open space kitchen and living area. Listed at $565k for 980 sf of livable, workable space. Includes 1 assigned parking space. Walk to Stumptown, Urth, Zinc, Blue Bottle, Wurstkuche, Little Tokyo, Pie Hole, Bestia, Church & State, Little Bear and more.

SOLD - Back on the market for under 300k! Little Tokyo Loft #407

Little Tokyo Lofts are a wonderful warehouse loft community, which also happens to border skid row. This is the main reason for the lower than average price per sf that this building consistently maintains. Regardless, values have steadily gone up in the building since 2009. The area, like many other areas of downtown, are getting cleaned up. The women's shelter nearby just opened a coffee shop/vintage shop/handcrafted goods shop, and this is only the beginning. Loft #407 which went into escrow fairly quickly, is now back on the market. Price has been lowered to $279k. 610sf of space, huge original casement window with views of mountains to the north and the skyline to the west, 1 assigned gated parking space, and amenities include a courtyard lounge, swimming pool, BBQ, dog run and gym. Plus you're a 5-min walk to Grand Central Market, Grand Park, Little Tokyo.

SOLD - Arts District Loft with Skyline Views - Barker Block #413

True live/work loft for sale 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. This warehouse loft is located on the northern end of Barker Block, and features more than 1300 sf of space and upgraded finishes throughout. Beautiful skyline views of downtown from the oversized windows. Listed at $795,000 for 1310 sf of livable, workable space. Walkable businesses include Bestia, Stumptown Coffee, Wurstkuche, Urban Radish, Zinc, and many. Includes 1 assigned parking space.

Spacious Arts District Industrial Loft with Luxe Touches - Barker Block #333

True live/work loft for sale 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 spacious warehouse loft features more than 1700 sf of space and upgraded finishes and hardware throughout. Huge original wood post and beams, white oak wood floors, 2 bedroom or office areas, open space kitchen and living area. Listed at $1,050,000 for 1720 sf of livable, workable space. Walkable businesses include Bestia, Stumptown Coffee, Wurstkuche, Urban Radish, Zinc, and many. Includes 2 assigned parking spaces.

SOLD - Beautiful Artist Loft in Esteemed Mills Act Building - Biscuit Lofts #305

The jewel of the Arts District is Biscuit Company Lofts. This unique loft features 1112 square feet of open plan space. Stainless, modern kitchen, 16 foot ceilings, original windows and brick details are just some of the features in this historic loft. Once the famed Nabisco building, it also has the coveted Mills Act distinction and amenities include a fitness center, lap pool with outdoor deck area, 24-hour concierge and security. Walkable to Urban Radish local grocer, Church and State bistro, Pour Haus wine bar, Daily Dose coffee, Stumptown Coffee, Blue Bottle Coffee, Bestia, Little Bear, Urth Cafe, Bread Lounge and more. 1 bed, 1 bath, 1112sf. No parking included. Offered at $679k.

SOLD OVER ASKING - Spacious Split Level Loft with Private Patio - Barker Block #126

True live/work corner loft in the Barker Block building with 2350sf of living space, making it one of the most spacious lofts in the 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 stunning oversized loft features a unique split level floorplan and a private patio. Has original wood beams, beautiful hardwood floors, 2 bathrooms and 2 assigned parking spaces. Listed at $1.179MM.