849 South Broadway 203

This charming live/work loft at the iconic Art Deco Eastern Columbia Building is the perfect melding of historic character and modern city living. This 1 bed, 1 bath east-facing loft overlooks the coveted tree-lined Broadway scape and the Orpheum building through restored vintage iron windows that open to rare Art Deco terracotta planter boxes unique to this floor. The 940sf residence is a retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city while maintaining true live/work loft features such as soaring 11-foot ceilings and polished concrete floors throughout. The open plan layout is perfect for entertaining, with a kitchen that boasts Italian cabinetry, natural stone counters, all stainless steel appliances and kitchen island. Completely separate from the rest of the living area behind a custom removable wall is a bedroom with plenty of room for a workspace. Storage is made easy with a full modular ELFA closet system in the bedroom, and in the Kelly Wearstler designed bathroom is an oversized soaking tub and closet equipped with laundry hookups ready to go. There is central heat and AC, custom window coverings, and HOA dues include water, trash, gas. The loft INCLUDES ONE ASSIGNED GARAGE PARKING SPACE w/ EV CHARGER. Recently awarded multiple preservation awards by the California Preservation Foundation and the LA Conservancy, property owners currently benefit from the Mills Act contract for up to 70% off property taxes annually. The Eastern Columbia features an abundance of fabulous amenities such as a boutique-style rooftop pool, hot tub, gym, garden courtyard, lobby, 24/7 front desk security, bonus community laundry room, dog area, rentable storage and parking options. Located in a prime pocket of DTLA, you're moments from world-class dining, shopping, culture, and transportation, including the Metro D Line for direct access to Beverly Hills, Metro E Line to Santa Monica, and Metro B Line to Hollywood. Within one block is the upcoming Erewhon market, plus 2 blocks to Whole Foods, and numerous dining favorites such as Grand Central Market, Rossoblu, Mona, San Laurel, Redbird, plus the flagship Apple Store, Fashion District, galleries, and cultural destinations including Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Broad, MOCA, The Orpheum Theater, the first Museum of AI Arts, and United Artists Theater.