Fashion District

Browse Fashion District lofts for sale in Downtown LA. Compare Santee Village, the Textile Building, and Eastern Columbia for live/work space.

Fashion District

Browse historic industrial lofts for sale in the DTLA Fashion District. Explore live/work spaces, adaptive-reuse landmarks, and active MLS listings.

Fashion District DTLA Lofts for Sale

The Fashion District is Downtown LA’s raw, energetic industrial counterpart and the historic center of the city’s garment trade. Stretching roughly from 7th Street south toward the 10 Freeway, it holds some of downtown’s most affordable authentic loft living. For buyers evaluating Fashion District DTLA lofts for sale, the appeal is concrete floors, tall windows, and historic buildings, often at lower prices than the Arts District.

The Fashion District Real Estate Market: Concrete, Windows & Value

Buyers here are choosing industrial character and price over polish.

Industrial Bones

Expect original concrete floors, 11-foot-plus ceilings, exposed columns, and large factory-style windows in the historic conversions.

Value Relative to Neighboring Districts

Entry-level lofts here often list well below comparable Arts District units, which makes the Fashion District a practical starting point for first-time loft buyers.

Navigating Live/Work Zoning & The Mills Act

Buying a historic loft takes specialized knowledge of zoning and tax rules.

Live/Work Zoning

Many buildings carry industrial-based zoning, which suits designers, artists, and entrepreneurs who want to work from home. Zoning and permitted uses differ by building, so we confirm them before you buy.

The Mills Act Advantage

Several historic buildings here, including Santee Village’s Cornell Building, advertise Mills Act contracts that can sharply reduce property taxes. Savings vary by building and unit, so we verify them with you before you make an offer and help sellers market them accurately.

Premier Fashion District Loft Buildings & Conversions

The neighborhood is anchored by distinctive historic conversions:

Santee Village (746 S Los Angeles St and neighbors): A cluster of historic buildings, including the 1922 Cornell Building, that share a rooftop with a pool, spa, sports court, and driving range, plus a fitness center and 24-hour security.

Textile Building Lofts (315 E 8th St): A 12-story Gothic Revival landmark from the mid-1920s, with a rooftop pool and spa and city views.

Eastern Columbia Lofts (849 S Broadway): A 1930 Art Deco landmark and Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument, with a rooftop pool, spa, and live/work lofts, many with balconies.

The Neighborhood Vibe: Wholesale by Day, Quieter by Night

The area balances daytime wholesale activity at Santee Alley and the Flower District with a growing dining scene and easy access to the Historic Core and South Park. Textile Building residents are roughly 0.8 mile from 7th Street/Metro Center Station.

Buying a Loft in the Fashion District: FAQ

Are the lofts quiet? Days are active, with wholesale businesses operating nearby, and evenings are generally calmer. Buildings typically have controlled access and security.

Are there new construction condos? Mostly no. Recent conversions such as Garment Lofts and Maxfield Lofts are rentals, so for-sale inventory is mostly in historic buildings.

What is the price range? Entry-level lofts at Santee Village and the Textile Building start in the mid-$300,000s to $500,000s. Eastern Columbia lofts typically list from the mid-$500,000s to over $1 million.

Find Your Fashion District Loft

To view historic lofts or explore Mills Act savings, contact David Hernandez, your DTLA loft specialist, at (213) 808-4324 or email david@laurbanliving.com to schedule a private showing.