Olde Cracker Factory

I got to know about the Olde Cracker Factory building and its interesting past a real factory employing hundreds of workers, thanks to a friend who was trying to find a vacant apartment there. I tagged along for a visit and, as other have said, the location could not be better: just across the Convention Center, the recently inaugurated Headquarters, Seaport Village, the Marina… and far enough from the hassle and not so pretty things that Gaslamp has also to offer. This building offers a mix of living/​working units and I just love the architecture of the building and the solid feel of the real bricks. Nice way to preserve historic buildings by giving them a new practical life.

I’ve lived at the Olde Cracker Factory for 2yrs and 6mo and have loved every bit of it. The only reason I am leaving is to relocate to the Bay Area for a new job.
The apartments are big, spacious lofts w/​a modern touch, cable & ethernet throughout. The original hardwood floors have been refinished and really make the place pop against the brick walls. The other tenants in the building are all mutually respectful and quiet.
The best thing about this place is the location. Nothing more beautiful that downtown West Market at night in the summer when all the trees are lit up. You’re literally 5 blocks from the gaslamp in one direction, 5 blocks from Little Italy in the other direction and across the street sits The Headquarters & Seaport Village. And you’re just far enough out of the chaos as to not be disturbed at 2am.
The landlord is extremely attentive and an all around great guy. I highly recommend this place!

Sarah and Corey’s apartment hunt, stop 4.
This was one of the first buildings we saw on our very first wanderings through downtown, on our first weekend in the city. Looked promising then, and feels even moreso now.
I’ve always been a fan of old factory buildings being converted into office and living spaces. Here, they’re both. All units have a kitchen or kitchenette and could technically be either an apartment or office… whichever the tenant desired.
The spaces are thoughtfully laid out, carved up, and constructed. The place is quiet, open, and in great condition. It’s not often that a renovation is pulled off with this quality. Kudos on that.
The area is quiet, with the exception of the trolley… the sun ample… and the building’s owner is very pleasant, knowledgeable, and frank.
This is on the top of our list…