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257 S Spring Street Unit 3C

Los Angeles, CA 90012

1 bed
1 bath
710 sqft
$702 per sqft
1899 build
– on site

Welcome to the historic Douglas Lofts - built in 1899 and modernized in 2005. Designed by Thomas Douglas Stimpson, this property is one of the few Mills Act properties in the area - providing significant tax savings to the owner. Unit 3C is owned by a Walt Disney Imagineering Executive, who has transformed the loft with the addition of a custom, architect designed and built, double sided Display & Storage system with built in programable lighting, including rotating Television mount, drawers, built in desk and work area, and display shelves. This unit creates an entertainment system for both the living room and bedroom. Other features include massive double-hung windows, refinished wood floors, mosaic tile flooring, remodeled kitchen with and bath with Poggenpohl kitchen fixtures, central heat and a/c, plus an in-unit washer and dryer. Local to downtown attractions, including Grand Central Market, Disney Concert Hall, City Hall, the Broad and the Music Center. You'll enjoy endless dining choices, or grab some groceries at Whole Foods and dine in. Explore to your hearts content in Little Tokyo, the Arts District, the iconic Bradbury Building and so much more.

Listed By CRMLS_CA / Roland Wilhelm / COMPASS / (626) 533-8001

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 21, 2025 •

MLS# P1-21038 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1899
Year Built Source:

Assessor
Unit Number:

3C
Structure Type:

Mixed Use
Stories Total:

5
Patio And Porch Features:

None
Common Walls:

2+ Common Walls
Faces:

North

Interior

Features:

High Ceilings
Levels:

One
Eating Area:

Area
Flooring:

Tile, Wood
Room Type:

Loft, Kitchen, Living Room
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Fireplace:

No
Fireplace:

None
Laundry:

In Closet, Stackable
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

710.00

Location

Directions:

Building entrance is on Spring Street, just North of 3rd.
Latitude:

34.05070800
Longitude:

-118.24703200

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Condominium
Property Condition:

Updated/Remodeled
Lot Features:

Sprinklers None
View:

None
Fencing:

None
Fence:

No
Sprinklers:

No
Security Features:

Card/Code Access, Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Road Frontage:

City Street
Property Attached:

1
Land Lease:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Lot:

1

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

1

Baths

Total Baths:

1
Bathroom Features:

Granite Counters, Soaking Tub, Shower in Tub
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Parcel Number:

5149008052

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Forced Air
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
Included:

Yes

The Community

Features:

Sidewalks
Inclusions:

Refrigerator, Stove, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer and Dryer.
Association Amenities:

Controlled Access, Earthquake Insurance, Water, Trash, Sewer
Association:

Douglas Building Lofts Property Owners Association
Association:

Yes
Association Fee:

$734
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Pool:

None
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

No
Spa Features:

None
Assessments:

No
Assessments:

None

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

See Remarks

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$499,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,671
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$137
HOA fees	$734
Utilities	$96 See report
Total	$3,638/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/28/25 Feb 28, 2025	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$499,000	10.9% (1.3% / YR)
6/17/16 Jun 17, 2016		CRMLS_CA	$450,000	0.2%
5/3/16 May 3, 2016		CRMLS_CA	$449,000

Condo For Sale

$499,000

HOA

$734/mo.

Cost Est.

$3,638/mo.

Listing provided by broker:

Roland Wilhelm

COMPASS

(626) 533-8001

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This condo located in Central LA, Los Angeles, CA 90012 is currently for sale for $499,000. 257 S Spring Street Unit 3C is a 710 square foot condo with 1 bed and 1 bath that has been on Estately for 31 days. 257 S Spring Street Unit 3C is in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles and has a WalkScore® of 97, making it a walker’s paradise. This condo is in the attendance area of Miguel Contreras Learning Complex - School Of Social Justice, 9th Street Elementary School, Edward R. Roybal Learning Center, Belmont Senior High School, Miguel Contreras Learning Complex - Acdemic Ldrshp Community, Miguel Contreras Learning Complex - Los Angeles School Of Global Studies, Ramon C Cortines School Of Visual And Performing Arts, Miguel Contreras Learning Complex - Business And Tourism, and Sal Castro Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and COMPASS. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 21:37 on Mar 31.

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