257 S Spring Street 4N
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Listing broker / agent: BHHS California Properties · Anita To · CRMLS
MLS # P1-29117 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 06:02 UTC
About this property
This exceptional unit in the Historic Douglas Building features a thoughtfully designed floor plan with spacious living areas, a modern kitchen, 2 comfortable bedrooms, and 2 baths. It graciously combines genuine historic architectural features with essential modern amenities. Of note are the original brick work, vintage floor tiles, and refurbished Douglas Fir wood flooring. Upon entering, you are welcomed home by an inviting and bright vestibule. The vestibule provides access to the second bedroom (or home office) with an atrium view. Off the hallway leading from the vestibule is a closet with a full-size front-loading Miele Washer/Dryer. The hallway gives way to a spacious living area with stunning views of the LA skyline and the majestic 'Pope of Broadway' mural. The master bedroom includes an updated ensuite master bath with a walk-in shower and built-in bench. The open modern kitchen features stainless steel Bosch appliances and sleek Poggenpohl cabinetry. A combination of lofty high-ceilings and double-hung windows provide generous daylight from both eastern and western directions. This one-of-a-kind unit also comes with assigned parking in the elevator accessed garage. Optional transportation exists a block away at the new downtown Metro station. The neighborhood is replete with trendy restaurants and shops, and further situated within walking distance of various cultural venues including Disney Concert Hall, the Broad Museum, MOCA, the Music Center, the Bradbury Building, and the Grand Central Market. The Douglas Building is a classical revival building built in 1899. It was designated a local historic monument and has a Mills Act contract ensuring nearly 50-60% savings in property taxes. Don't miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity to own and live in a significant historic building in a vibrant neighborhood.
Property details
- MLS number
- P1-29117
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,060 Sq Ft
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 1899
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 11
Building
- Year built
- 1899
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Construction
- Drywall
- Living area source
- Public Records
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 1
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Rooms
- Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Other
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 1
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- None
- Fencing
- None
- Property outlook
- City Lights, Landmark
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Dog Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association amenities
- Security, Trash, Water
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $1,104.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Nearby public schools
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $649,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $649,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 21:29 | $649,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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