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Q: What is Pocket Lofts?

Pocket Lofts at 373 4th Street is a 10-unit boutique live/work loft building in Jack London Square. Originally built in 1916 as a leather pocket factory, it was converted in 1998 by Philip Banta & Associates and won Sunset Magazine's Western Home Award in 1999-2000.

Q: What are the units like at Pocket Lofts?

Each of the 10 units has a two-level layout: open-plan living space on the lower level with a mezzanine sleeping area above. Features include high ceilings, tall industrial-style windows, exposed beams, generous storage, and full wiring for home entertainment and office use.

Q: What amenities does Pocket Lofts offer?

An elevator, gated parking for residents, and bike storage. The 10-unit scale creates a highly intimate community.

Q: How does Pocket Lofts compare to other Jack London loft buildings?

At 10 units, Pocket Lofts is one of the smallest loft buildings in Jack London Square, comparable in boutique scale only to Brickhouse Lofts. Its award-winning 1998 conversion and mezzanine layouts give it a distinctive character.

Pocket Lofts at 373 4th Street in Jack London Square was originally built in 1916 as a leather pocket factory and converted in 1998 by Philip Banta & Associates into 10 live/work lofts. The conversion won Sunset Magazine’s Western Home Award in 1999–2000. Philip Banta & Associates also designed the Marquee Lofts conversion on Broadway.

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The Building

The 1916 factory structure provided the high ceilings, exposed beams, and large industrial window openings that make Pocket Lofts a true loft experience. 10 carefully designed two-level homes were created, each with lower-level living space and a mezzanine bedroom above. Gated parking and elevator access are provided.

The Units

Each of the 10 homes has the same fundamental two-level structure: main living space below, mezzanine bedroom above, with floor-to-ceiling industrial windows bringing natural light through both levels. Exposed beams, high ceilings, open floor plans, full home entertainment and office wiring, and generous storage are consistent throughout.

Location

373 4th Street is in the core of the Jack London Square District, 10 minutes’ walk from the Oakland Ferry Terminal, Lake Merritt BART, and the Amtrak station. I-880 is almost literally outside the building’s back door.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pocket Lofts?

A 10-unit boutique live/work loft building at 373 4th Street in Jack London Square, converted in 1998 from a 1916 leather factory by Philip Banta & Associates. Sunset Magazine Western Home Award winner 1999–2000.

What are the units like at Pocket Lofts?

Two-level layout with open living space below and mezzanine bedroom above. High ceilings, exposed beams, industrial-style windows, generous storage, full entertainment and office wiring.

What amenities does Pocket Lofts offer?

Elevator, gated parking, bike storage. 10-unit scale creates an exceptionally intimate community.

Where is Pocket Lofts located?

373 4th Street in Jack London Square. Ferry Terminal, Lake Merritt BART, and Amtrak within 10 minutes’ walk. I-880 immediately accessible at the back of the building.

What is the history of the Pocket Lofts building?

Built in 1916 as a leather pocket factory, converted in 1998 by Philip Banta & Associates, who also designed the Marquee Lofts conversion on Broadway. Won Sunset Magazine’s Western Home Award 1999–2000.

How does Pocket Lofts compare to other Jack London loft buildings?

One of the smallest buildings in the district at just 10 units, comparable in boutique scale to Brickhouse Lofts. Award-winning mezzanine design is specific to this building.

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