Local Downtown Shopping Malls are Back and Better than Ever

Living Downtown offers lots of shopping opportunities Try some of these

Downtown shopping is back on the menu, from snagging bargains in the Fashion District to flea market finds in the Arts District. Options abound, and the city is open for business. Loft and Condo living downtown puts all these great locations right outside your door. Living downtown is fun you just need to get out and look at all the options. As recently reported in the DTLA service industry with bars and restaurants downtown is bouncing back, so get out there. Here is a list of open shopping malls as provided by the la downtown news.

SHOPPING CENTERS and SHOPPING PLAZAS IN THE DTLA CORE

The BLOC

Formerly Macy’s Plaza, a complete renovation has reshaped this mall into an easygoing destination anchored by a flagship Macy’s, as well as an open-air marketplace filled with restaurants, upscale shops, showrooms and art. The Alamo Drafthouse movie theater opened in the summer, bringing a bar, arcade and a mix of blockbusters and independent films. In February, a tunnel opened up connecting the mall to the Seventh Street/Metro Center Metro rail station. The Bloc currently has retailers such as Uniqlo, Eli and Ella Rose and Nordstrom Local. 700 S. Flower St., theblocla.com.

Row DTLA

The 30-acre Industrial District complex is growing quickly, with both office and retail tenants filling out the space. The shopping center houses home goods shops such as A+R and Tokyobike, along with fashion retailers Erica Tanov, Galerie.LA and dRA. New arrivals come almost every month, and there is a huge outdoor Sunday gathering called Smorgasburg. Additionally, there is plenty of parking. 777 S. Alameda St., rowdtla.com.

Central Plaza

A pagoda entryway marks Chinatown’s most popular and historic plaza, where gift shops sell pretty umbrellas, jade keepsakes and silk pajamas. The modern boutique Realm offers an eclectic selection of gifts, ceramics and stationary, while the traditional Gin Ling Gifts is a good spot for Chinese dresses, accessories and other goodies. And yes, you can find paper lanterns. Bordered by Broadway, Hill, Bernard and College streets.

Dynasty Shopping Center

Hidden from street view, this huge indoor swap meet is packed with dozens of stalls selling clothes, toys, luggage, purses and jewelry. There are bargains to be had, especially if you are ready to haggle. Just next door is Chinatown Plaza, a collection of jewelry storefronts. 800 N. Broadway.

FIGat7th

H&M, Zara and Target are highlighted at this mall, along with a Nordstrom Rack on the ground level. With a plethora of eateries, the 500-seat food court is one of the best places to grab a bite downtown. It is also linked to the Metro redline train station below making it an easy train ride from other parts of downtown. There’s a farmer’s market, and live music and events to keep shoppers entertained. 735 S. Figueroa St., figat7th.com.

505 Flower

Underneath a pair of office, towers is an underground shopping area boasting a flower shop, fitness center, photography shop, dentist and several eateries. 505 S. Flower St., B Level.

Japanese Village Plaza

This outdoor destination is Little Tokyo’s most popular place to shop, dine and stroll. You can browse the gift shops, sample frozen yogurt, visit the market for a selection of Japanese goods, or simply sit and people watch. The First Street entrance is marked by a traditional fire tower. Two-hour parking with validation on Central Avenue between First and Second streets. 335 E. Second St., japanesevillageplaza.net.

Little Tokyo Galleria & Market

This Japanese-oriented shopping mall is anchored by the Market, a full-service grocery store specializing in Asian products and readymade food. There are stores filled with housewares, knickknacks, Hello Kitty items, and stationery. Several restaurants will keep you fueled, while the X Lanes bowling alley and arcade provide entertainment. And don’t miss Beard Papa’s cream puffs! Validated parking. 333 S. Alameda St.

St. Vincent Jewelry Center

At 200,000 square feet, this is the largest complex in the Jewelry District with nearly 500 businesses selling every jewel, stone, precious metal and bead imaginable. Prices fit all budgets, with some items up to 80% less than the mall competition. Be ready to bargain. There’s a 250-car parking structure adjacent to the center on Broadway. 640-650 S. Hill St., svjc.com.

Weller Court

Look for the giant friendship knot sculpture that marks this tucked-away Little Tokyo shopping center. There are a handful of restaurants (Orochan Ramen and Curry House), as well as gift shops, boutiques, a bookstore, karaoke and the Marukai Market. 123 Astronaut E. S. Onizuka St.

The Yards

This massive Arts District shopping and restaurant hub is part of the vibrant residential complex One Santa Fe. Shoppers will find 80,000 square feet of retail with a nice mix of stores, including upscale brands such as Wittmore, The Voyager Shop and Malin+Goetz. Don’t miss the amazing bookstore Hennessy + Ingalls and grab a bite at the grocery store Grow. There’s even the comic book emporium A Shop Called Quest. 300 S. Santa Fe Ave., osfla.com.

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Selling Your Loft In The Fall – 5 Good Reasons To Make Your Move Now

Getting the Most Money When Selling a Home
Getting the Most Money When Selling a Home

Back to school and back to work done and done.  Now it’s time to get busy sellling your home.

5 Reasons You Should Sell This Fall!

1. Demand Is Strong
The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains very strong throughout the vast majority of the country. These buyers are ready, willing and able to purchase…and are in the market right now! In fact, more often than not, multiple buyers end up competing with each other to buy the same homes.

Take advantage of the buyer activity currently in the market.

2. There Is Less Competition Now
Housing inventory is still under the 6-month supply needed for a normal housing market. This means that, in the majority of the country, there are not enough homes for sale to satisfy the number of buyers in the market. This is good news for homeowners who have gained equity as their home values have increased. However, additional inventory could be coming to the market soon!

Historically, a homeowner stayed in his or her home for an average of six years, but that number has hovered between nine and ten years since 2011. Many homeowners have a pent-up desire to move as they were unable to sell over the last few years because of a negative equity situation. As home values continue to appreciate, more and more homeowners will be given the freedom to move.

The choices buyers have will continue to increase. Don’t wait until this other inventory comes to market before you decide to sell.

3. The Process Will Be Quicker
Today’s competitive environment has forced buyers to do all that they can to stand out from the crowd, including getting pre-approved for their mortgage financing. This makes the entire selling process much faster and much simpler as buyers know exactly what they can afford before home shopping. According to Ellie Mae’s latest Origination Insights Report, the average time it took to close a loan was 44 days.

4. There Will Never Be a Better Time to Move Up
If your next move will be into a premium or luxury home, now is the time to move up! The abundance of inventory available in these higher price ranges has created a buyer’s market for anybody looking to purchase these homes. This means that if you are planning on selling a starter or trade-up home, your home will sell quickly AND you’ll be able to find a premium home to call your own!

According to CoreLogic, prices are projected to appreciate by 5.1% over the next year. If you are moving to a higher-priced home, it will wind up costing you more in raw dollars (both in down payment and mortgage payment) if you wait.

5. It’s Time to Move on With Your Life
Look at the reason you decided to sell in the first place and determine whether it is worth waiting. Is money more important than being with family? Is money more important than your health? Is money more important than having the freedom to go on with your life the way you feel you should?

Only you know the answers to the questions above. You have the power to take control of the situation by putting your home on the market. Perhaps the time has come for you and your family to move on and start living the life you desire.

That is what is truly important.

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