NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Douglas Building Lofts 257 S Spring St Unit PENTHOUS A Los Angeles, CA 90012

Downtown LA Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $445,000 - $748,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
720 Sq Ft
0.66 Acres

Highlights

  • Art Studio
  • City View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Theater
  • 28,817 Sq Ft lot
  • 4-minute walk to Spring Street Park

About This Home

As of July 2014

Spectacular Penthouse Loft in the heart of the Historic Core. Corner Unit. Separated Bedroom with Walls & Door. High Ceilings. Lots of Windows and Light. Beautiful Wood Floor. Modern Poggenpohl Kitchens with Bosch Appliances. Includes Refrigerator and Washer/Dryer. One Covered Parking Space in the basement of the building. Great neighborhood. One block to Grand Central Market. Two blocks to dozens of Restaurants and Shops. Four blocks to Metrolink Red Line. Agents - see Private Remarks.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Ted Trentman

Realty Source Incorporated License #01780236 Listed on: 07/13/2014

Last Renter's Agent

Ted Trentman

Realty Source Incorporated License #01780236 Listed on: 07/13/2014

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,732

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

Lot Details

  • 0.66

Parking

  • Subterranean Parking

Interior Spaces

  • 720 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Art Studio
  • Wood Flooring
  • City Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,350
  • Tenant pays for cable TV, electricity, gas, move in fee, move out fee
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5149-008-076

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • 55 Units
  • Elevator
  • Controlled Access

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,732

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Security Deposit: 2350
  • Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Move In Fee, Move Out Fee

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Style: Architectural
  • Single Family Or Apt: Condo/Apt
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Complex Name: Douglas Lofts
  • Entry Floor: 5
  • Lease Terms: 1-Year
  • Living Area: 720
  • Unit Floor In Building: 5
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Number Of Photos: 1
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: In Unit
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Built-Ins, Cable, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Network Wire, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Price Per S Q F T: 3.26

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Pool: No
  • View: City
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking: 1
  • Parking Garage: Subterr Side by Side
  • Total Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Controlled Access, Elevator
  • Pet Rules: Yes

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5149-008-076
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 28817

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 55

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2008
Sold by
Lawson Maggie
Bought by
Meinders Christine
Current Estimated Value
$584,598

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2005
Sold by
257 Spring Street Llc
Bought by
Lawson Maggie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Meinders Christine $420,000 Fatcola
Lawson Maggie $420,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Meinders Christine $200,000
Previous Owner Lawson Maggie $333,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/23/2014 07/23/14 Rented $2,350 0.0% --
07/23/2014 07/23/14 Under Contract -- -- --
07/13/2014 07/13/14 For Rent $2,350 -- --
Source: The MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,732 $134,000 $26,800 $107,200
2024 $1,732 $134,000 $26,800 $107,200
2023 $1,728 $134,000 $26,800 $107,200
2022 $1,681 $134,000 $26,800 $107,200
2021 $1,740 $139,000 $27,800 $111,200
2019 $1,842 $167,000 $33,400 $133,600
2018 $2,092 $167,000 $33,400 $133,600
2016 $2,420 $196,000 $60,000 $136,000
2015 $2,131 $196,000 $60,000 $136,000
2014 $1,820 $196,000 $60,000 $136,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ted Trentman

    Landlord's Agent in 2014

    Ted Trentman

    Realty Source Incorporated

    (213) 747-5638

    2 in this area

    9 Total Sales

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About Douglas Building Lofts

Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 14-777857

The MLS

APN: 5149-008-076

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles 90012 Downtown LA

257 S Spring St Unit PENTHOUS A, Los Angeles, CA

This home is located at 257 S Spring St Unit PENTHOUS A, Los Angeles, CA 90012 since 13 July 2014 and is currently priced at $545,328. This property was built in 1899. 257 S Spring St Unit PENTHOUS A is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including Para Los Niños Charter Middle School, Sal Castro Middle School, and Ramón C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts.

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