Fourth Street Lofts for Sale | Jack London Square Oakland
Fourth Street Lofts at 247 4th Street in Jack London Square was built in 1926 as the Western States Grocery warehouse and converted to 37 live/work lofts in 1992 — among the first residential buildings in what would become Jack London Square. The original floor-to-ceiling industrial windows from 1926 are still in place.
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The Building
The 1992 conversion preserved the warehouse’s industrial character: original factory-style windows, exposed concrete, and ceiling heights that most residential buildings cannot replicate. The building has an elevator, below-grade parking garage, and an on-site building manager.
The Units
37 live/work lofts with original 12-foot industrial windows, exposed concrete ceilings and walls, hardwood or concrete floors, cathedral ceilings, chef’s kitchens, and in-unit laundry. Open floor plans allow flexible live/work use. Many units have mezzanine sleeping areas above the main level.
Location
The Jack London Square Amtrak station is on the next block. The Oakland Ferry Terminal is walking distance. Lake Merritt BART is under half a mile. I-880 is immediately accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fourth Street Lofts?
A 4-story, 37-unit live/work loft complex at 247 4th Street in Jack London Square, built 1926 as the Western States Grocery warehouse and converted to lofts in 1992.
What are the units like at Fourth Street Lofts?
Original 1926 industrial windows, exposed concrete, hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, chef’s kitchens, in-unit laundry. Open-plan live/work layouts.
What amenities does Fourth Street Lofts offer?
Elevator, secured below-grade parking, on-site building manager, gigabit internet, intercom entry, pet-friendly. 37-unit close community character.
Where is Fourth Street Lofts located?
Corner of Fourth and Alice, Waterfront Warehouse District. Amtrak on next block. Ferry Terminal walking distance. Lake Merritt BART under half mile. I-880 immediate.
What are prices like at Fourth Street Lofts?
Recent sales approximately $439,000 for one-bedroom units. Authentic 1920s industrial character positions it accessibly relative to newer purpose-built buildings.
How does Fourth Street Lofts compare to other Jack London loft buildings?
Among the district’s earliest conversions with the most intact 1920s industrial character. New Market Lofts and Brickhouse Lofts are comparable conversions from different eras.
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