ZIP code 90013 covers part of what was once the main business district of Los Angeles. The Historic Core, the Toy District, and the area known as Central City East, often called Skid Row, share this ZIP code, and it touches the edges of neighboring districts such as Little Tokyo and the Arts District. Every part of it sits inside the City of Los Angeles. Owners here more often hold a historic office building, a loft, a wholesale property, or a residential hotel than a single-family home. EZ Casa Buyer talks with owners of many property types about a possible direct sale.
Property situations we hear about in 90013
Downtown properties come with their own set of questions:
- Older commercial or mixed-use buildings with ground-floor businesses
- Lofts or condominiums in converted historic buildings
- Residential hotels and small apartment buildings with long-term tenants
- Wholesale, warehouse, or light industrial properties
- Vacant or underused buildings and investment properties
Mentioning one of these does not guarantee an offer. You also do not need to finish repairs or clear tenants before you reach out.
Rules that shape downtown sales
Historic buildings are a big part of this ZIP code. The Spring Street Financial District and the Broadway Theater District are both National Register historic districts in the Historic Core. The City’s Adaptive Reuse Ordinance, passed in 1999, helped turn many old office buildings here into housing.
The Downtown Community Plan, known as DTLA 2040, was first adopted by the City Council in May 2023, and the Council approved the final version in December 2024. It replaces the old zoning in Downtown with the City’s new zoning code, including the Historic Core, the Arts District, and Skid Row. Ask LA City Planning how it applies to your parcel, because zoning can change what a future owner may build or convert.
Residential hotels have a separate rule. Under the City’s Residential Hotel Unit Conversion and Demolition Ordinance, it is unlawful to convert or demolish residential units in a designated residential hotel without clearance from the Los Angeles Housing Department. The department keeps records of which buildings are designated, and an owner can ask its Residential Hotel Inspection Section about a specific address.
The Rent Stabilization Ordinance may also apply to older apartment buildings first built on or before October 1, 1978. The Los Angeles Housing Department can confirm status, and a landlord-tenant attorney can explain how these rules affect a sale.
How a direct sale works
- Send us the address, the property type, its condition, and who occupies it.
- We review the details and may ask for more information or a visit.
- If the property fits what we are able to consider, we may present an offer.
- You decide whether the terms work for you, on your own schedule.
An inquiry does not guarantee an offer, and you are never required to sell.
Direct sale or listing with an agent?
A direct sale can appeal to an owner who wants fewer showings, less preparation, or a timeline that fits tenants or a complicated building. Listing with an agent can appeal to an owner of a well-maintained building who wants broad market exposure and has time for preparation and negotiation. A converted loft and an older residential hotel are very different sales, so it makes sense to compare both routes for your own property.
Questions about selling in 90013
Does EZ Casa Buyer consider commercial or mixed-use buildings?
Yes. Commercial and investment properties are part of the conversation. Share the use, occupancy, and condition, and we will take a look.
How do I know if my building is a residential hotel?
The Los Angeles Housing Department keeps records of designated residential hotels and can answer questions about a specific address.
Can I ask about a loft or condominium?
Yes. Having your association documents and recent statements ready helps when you share the details.
How does the new Downtown Community Plan affect my sale?
It changes zoning for many Downtown parcels. LA City Planning can tell you how it applies to yours, and a land use professional can explain the effect on value.
Can I ask about a building that still has tenants?
Yes. We are glad to discuss an occupied building without asking you to remove tenants first.
Do I have to accept an offer if I contact you?
No. Any offer we present is yours to accept or decline.
If you own a property in the 90013 ZIP code, whether it is a historic building, a loft, or a commercial space, we are glad to talk it through. Send the address, condition, occupancy, and the timing you have in mind, and we will let you know what a direct sale could look like.
Thinking about selling another property in ZIP code 90014? EZ Casa Buyer works with owners of condos, rental properties, and commercial buildings who want to explore an as-is sale. Learn more about selling a property in 90014 and contact our team to discuss your property’s condition, a possible cash offer, and your preferred closing date.