NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Douglas Building Lofts 257 S Spring St Unit PH C Los Angeles, CA 90012

Downtown LA Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $680,000 - $986,633

1 Bed
2.5 Baths
1,387 Sq Ft
0.66 Acres

Last Sold April 04, 2014

Last sale price $715,000 $516 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,148/month

187 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.66 Acre Lot
  • Loft
  • Crown Molding
  • Wood Flooring
  • High Ceiling
  • 4-minute walk to Spring Street Park

About This Home

As of April 2014

Built in 1899 by architects James & Merrit Reid, this beautiful Penthouse in the Douglas Building is located in the vibrant Old Bank District of DTLA. This spacious unit features a great fusion of old & new w/ hwd floors, soaring 23' ceilings, exposed brick walls, & an entire wall of original, restored double-hung windows that allow plenty of natural light. The modern Poggen Pohl kitchen comes w/ Bosch stainless appliances & views of City Hall & mountains beyond. This unit offers a separate BD area and BR, oversized LR w/ potential for 2nd BD, & a spiral staircase up to the loft & BR. Both large full BR are Waterworks BR w/ deep soaking tubs. W/ its Historical Designation, the Douglas Building qualifies for Mills Act tax savings for significant property tax reduction. This unit also comes w/ stackable washer/dryer & 1 secured underground pkg space. 2 blocks from the Metro Station & Grand Central Market, restaurants, galleries, farmer's market & Flea Market.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janice McGlashan

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01041976 Listed on: 09/20/2013

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,393

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

Lot Details

  • 0.66

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,387 Sq Ft Home
  • Crown Molding
  • Brick Wall or Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Blinds
  • Entryway
  • Living Room
  • Loft
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Home Security

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5149008078

Community Details

Overview

  • 50 Units
  • Prime Association

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Card or Code Access
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,393

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Card/Code Access, Guarded, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Not Applicable - 1007242
  • Zoning: LAC4
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 5149008078
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Living Area: 1387.00
  • Interior Amenities: Brick Walls, Crown Molding, High Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Penthouse
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 515.50
  • Room Type: Entry, Kitchen, Living Room, Loft, Master Bedroom
  • Window Features: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Parking Space

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Closet, Inside, Stackable, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Other
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Controlled Access, Gas, Pet Rules
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Management: Prime Association

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 28817.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6600

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 28817.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 50

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2023
Sold by
Dougherty Edward J
Bought by
Thornton Christine and Henry Brian
Current Estimated Value
$880,872

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$740,000
Outstanding Balance
$714,603
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$156,805

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2013
Closed on
Apr 1, 2014
Sold by
Lin Helen H
Bought by
Dougherty Edward J
Seller's Agent
Janice McGlashan
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$729,000
Sold Price
$715,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-1.92%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.76%
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2005
Sold by
257 Spring Street Llc
Bought by
Lin Helen H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$472,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
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
Thornton Christine $925,000 Endpoint Title
Dougherty Edward J $715,000 Equity Title
Lin Helen H $590,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Thornton Christine $740,000
Previous Owner Dougherty Edward J $329,900
Previous Owner Dougherty Edward J $450,000
Previous Owner Lin Helen H $472,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2014 04/04/14 Sold $715,000 +21566.7% $516 / Sq Ft
03/26/2014 03/26/14 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2013 11/11/13 Rented $3,300 0.0% --
11/10/2013 11/10/13 Under Contract -- -- --
10/05/2013 10/05/13 For Rent $3,300 0.0% --
09/20/2013 09/20/13 For Sale $729,000 -- $526 / Sq Ft
Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

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 $3,393 $257,000 $51,400 $205,600
2024 $3,393 $257,000 $51,400 $205,600
2023 $3,386 $257,000 $51,400 $205,600
2022 $3,291 $257,000 $51,400 $205,600
2021 $3,426 $268,000 $53,600 $214,400
2019 $3,524 $292,000 $58,400 $233,600
2018 $3,755 $292,000 $58,400 $233,600
2016 $2,635 $201,000 $40,200 $160,800
2015 $2,952 $201,000 $40,200 $160,800
2014 $4,949 $393,000 $118,000 $275,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Janice McGlashan

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Janice McGlashan

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (818) 949-5230

    2 in this area

    129 Total Sales

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About Douglas Building Lofts

Map

Source: Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: P0-22180120

Pasadena-Foothills Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5149-008-078

California Los Angeles County Los Angeles 90012 Downtown LA

257 S Spring St Unit PH C, Los Angeles, CA

This home is located at 257 S Spring St Unit PH C, Los Angeles, CA 90012 since 20 September 2013 and is currently estimated at $871,408, approximately $628 per square foot. This property was built in 1899. 257 S Spring St Unit PH C 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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