315 W 5th St, Unit 311

$2,400
Price
2
Beds
1,254 Sq. Ft.
$2 / Sq. Ft.
1,254
Sq. Ft.
$2
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to the historical Metropolitan lofts! This building was designed by renowned architect John Parkinson (Union Station, City Hall, The Coliseum) in 1913. Previously The Los Angeles Public Library, this building is considered one of the finest examples of Beaux Arts Style buildings in S. California. The units retain sought-after character in a glorious building with amenities such as controlled access, roof deck with pool, spa & dog run, game room, fitness room, BBQ grills, and laundry service....Welcome to the historical Metropolitan lofts! This building was designed by renowned architect John Parkinson (Union Station, City Hall, The Coliseum) in 1913. Previously The Los Angeles Public Library, this building is considered one of the finest examples of Beaux Arts Style buildings in S. California. The units retain sought-after character in a glorious building with amenities such as controlled access, roof deck with pool, spa & dog run, game room, fitness room, BBQ grills, and laundry service. Awesome Downtown location just across from the Metro Train and Pershing Square. Dog friendly! Pictures and staging may not be representative of the exact unit for lease. Offsite parking is available across the street.

Property Details for 315 West 5th Street, Unit 311

Zoning
LAC2
Style
Architectural
Parcel Number
5149026001
Living Area
1254
Source Living Area
Estimated
Area
Downtown L.A. (C42)
Single Family Or Apt
Condo/Apt
Lot Size Area
19358
LISTING UPDATED: 12/04/2025 08:31 AM

Property Details for 315 West 5th Street, Unit 311

StatusSold
MLS #25579497
Days on Market110
Rental Incentives-
Available Date-
Lease Term1+Year
FurnishedUnfurnished
Compass TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Lease / Condominium
Year Built1913
Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,358 SF
CountyLos Angeles County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Robert Carey, DRE #01351849
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Building Information for 315 West 5th Street, Unit 311

Building/ComplexMetropolitanFloor3Stories10Residences-Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1913Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,358 SF

Property Information for 315 West 5th Street, Unit 311

Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Amenities: Controlled Access, Elevator, Exercise Room, Extra Storage, Onsite Property Management, Outdoor Cooking Area, Pool, Security, Spa, Sun Deck
  • Association Amenities: Controlled Access, Outdoor Cooking Area, Pool, Security, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Senior Community: No
Structure Info
Structure Info
  • Building Type: Loft
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Number Of Stories: 10
  • Unit Floor In Building: 3
  • Unit Number: 311
  • View: Yes
  • View Description: City
  • View: City Lights
  • Guest House: None
  • Entry Floor Number: 3
  • Security Features: 24 Hour, Guarded, Gated
  • Maids Room: false
Contract Info
Contract Info
  • ForSale: 0.0
  • Lease Option: false
  • Disclosures: Historical
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Lease
  • Service Level: Full Service
Land / Lot Info
Land / Lot Info
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 19358
Parking Details
Parking Details
  • Parking Garage: None
  • Total Parking: 0
  • Covered Parking: 0
  • Parking Features: None
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Rooms: Loft
  • Levels: One
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace Rooms: None
  • Den: No
  • Family Room: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Cooling: Central
  • Cooling Type: Central
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Flooring: Cement, Tile
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Stackable W/D Hookup
  • Cooking Appliances: Microwave, Oven-Electric
  • Laundry: Community, In Unit
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated
  • Pool Features: Heated
  • Spa: Yes
  • Spa: Community
  • New Construction: No
  • Other Structural Features: Historical
Lease Terms
Lease Terms
  • Security Deposit: $2,750.00
  • Entry Date: 08-16-2025
  • Credit Report Amount: $50
  • Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity

Property History for 315 West 5th Street, Unit 311

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 4, 2025

Closed

CLAW #25579497

$2,400
Oct 10, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #25579497

$2,400
Aug 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25579497

$2,750
Aug 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25579497

$2,750
Jun 5, 2019

Expired

CRMLS #19437580

$2,950
Jun 4, 2019

Expired

CLAW #19-437580

$2,950
Feb 24, 2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #19437580

$2,950
Feb 24, 2019

Listed (Active)

CLAW #19-437580

$2,950
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/04/2025

Closed

CLAW #25579497

$2,400
10/10/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #25579497

$2,400
08/16/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #25579497

$2,750
08/16/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #25579497

$2,750
06/05/2019

Expired

CRMLS #19437580

$2,950
06/04/2019

Expired

CLAW #19-437580

$2,950
02/24/2019

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #19437580

$2,950
02/24/2019

Listed (Active)

CLAW #19-437580

$2,950

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Schools near 315 West 5th Street, Unit 311

This home is within Los Angeles Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ninth Street School
PublicK to 5

John H. Liechty Middle School
Public6 to 8

Miguel Contreras Learning Complex School
Public9 to 12

Academic Leadership Community School
Public9 to 12

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