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Fraud Alert – Downtown Los Angeles Rental Scams

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The con artists, fraudsters and identity thieves are at it again. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Here’s the latest in fake Craigslist loft rental postings. #craigslist #fraud If the asking rent is unusually low, and a manager, owner or agent cannot be reached by voice phone, then the Craigslist or apartment site posting is likely a scam like this one: | Blog Video

$1950 / 1br – 112ft2 – Spacious DTLA Loft For Rent

© craigslist – Map data ©  849 S Broadway

1BR / 1Ba 112ft2

cats are OK – purrr 
dogs are OK – wooof 
loft 
laundry on site 
no smoking 
off-street parking 
Spacious Loft In The Famous Eastern Columbia Building – This incredible loft/life work space, is in one of the most iconic Art Deco buildings in the world. The Eastern Columbia building is the pinnacle of luxury, touting a concierge service, roof top pool, spa, gym, gated parking, and some of the most beautiful design features in all of LA.

The unit is spacious with large windows, high ceiling, and polished concrete floors in 1,120 sqft of living space. Large open entry, galley kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, and a gorgeous bathroom and tub w/ granite deck. The location is unrivaled in the heart of LA, close to theaters, Staples Center, LA Live, and plenty of the most exciting restaurants and bars in the city.

Live out your dreams in this iconic piece of architecture and design.

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Rental owner/agent/manager who is out of town or unavailable to speak in person is another indication of fraud. DO NOT GIVE ANY MONEY OR PERSONAL INFORMATION!

The lowest real Eastern Columbia loft for lease is 890 Sq Ft asking $2,750 | DETAILS #easterncolumbia #loftforlease

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Copyright © This free information provided courtesy L.A. Loft Blog and LAcondoInfo.com with information provided by Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE 01889449 We are not associated with the homeowner’s association or developer. For more information, contact 213-880-9910 or visit LAcondoInfo.com Licensed in California. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Properties subject to prior sale or rental. This is not a solicitation if buyer or seller is already under contract with another broker.

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Expensive Lofts and Condos Downtown: L.A. Loft Blog Reader Questions

Here are answers to lots of reader questions from last week and this week:

Q: Can you help me find a cheap warehouse loft dtla? A: Downtown Los Angeles is an expensive urban neighborhood in the heart of the entertainment capital of the world, so “relatively” cheap is about the best one can ask for. Warehouse lofts for rent are at https://www.laloftblog.com/2019/10/20/warehouse-lofts-for-rent/

Q: Is there a list of businesses based in downtown los angeles? A: The Downtown Los Angeles Directory of Businesses will probably need to be updated soon as many stores and restaurants have gone out of business due to the crazy virus panic and lockdown.

Q: What happened in the murder at flower street and pico blvd los angeles? A: Somebody was stabbed to death on the Metro rail tracks between the Los Angeles convention center and Flower Street Lofts. This block is sometimes a high crime area because of the large number of tourists and visitors. There has recently been alarming increase in violent crimes such as murders and knife attacks in Downtown Los Angeles.

Answers to last week’s reader questions:

Q: What are mills act california rules? A: Check out MillsActLA.com for details on Mills Act historic homes with property tax benefits.

Q: Is dtla losing value after 2018 residential downtown la real estate? A: Yes, Downtown Los Angeles lofts and condos have been going down in value since 2018. The average DTLA area home sold for $48,500 less in May 2020 compared to the same month in 2019.

Q: What’s happening with oceanwide plaza los angeles? The megaproject languishes as the original developer cannot afford to complete the project, and prospective buyers are now scared to take over the enormous development.

Q: Who is the 1133 south hope owner? Greystar is now manages the building, which has gone rental apartment rather than originally planned condos for sale.

Q: Are there in-person showings of rentals and homes los angeles? A: Yes, while some local agents have gone out of business, moved away, ran away, committed suicide and overdosed, there are still plenty of home owners, managers and agents showing rentals and homes with in person viewings in Los Angeles. To request a property viewing, call 213-880-9910.

Q: What is the most expensive downtown la loft? Here’s the most expensive loft for lease and the most expensive loft for sale. The most upscale rentals are at http://www.laloftblog.idxbroker.com/idx/results/listings?radius=&layerType=polygon&clat=34.076548&clng=-118.222607&zoom=12&idxID=d025&pt=8&slID=13853&per=50&lp=1700&srt=prd and the most upscale DTLA homes for sale are at http://www.laloftblog.idxbroker.com/idx/results/listings?radius=&layerType=polygon&clat=34.11322580508919&clng=-118.21529388427736&zoom=12&idxID=d025&pt=1&slID=13854&per=50&lp=346000&srt=prd

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Copyright © This free information provided courtesy L.A. Loft Blog and LAcondoInfo.com with information provided by Corey Chambers, Realty Source Inc, BRE 01889449 We are not associated with the homeowner’s association or developer. For more information, contact 213-880-9910 or visit LAcondoInfo.com Licensed in California. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Properties subject to prior sale or rental. This is not a solicitation if buyer or seller is already under contract with another broker.