A MILL DISTRICT LANDMARK

Washburn lofts is widely regarded as Downtown Minneapolis’ most-coveted loft building & is home to some of the most exclusive residences in the city. It’s riverfront location at the foot of the Stone Arch Bridge, historic National Landmark status, & ultra-private unit mix of 22 large residences (only 2-3 units/floor) set it apart from other luxury options.


This dramatic loft features 14' ceilings, exposed brick, massive sculptural columns, & huge windows w/motorized shades. Remarkably thoughtful plan w/bedrooms on each side of the central kitchen, living, dining area—all orientated along south window-wall. Includes 2 extra-large stalls & storage rm.

Washburn’s common amenities rival buildings 5x its size & include riverside patio, lg community rm w/panoramic views & catering kitchen, large exercise rm, 2 elevators, & caretaker. Walk to everything in downtown’s most exclusive neighborhood & live shoulder-to-shoulder with the Mill City Museum, Guthrie Theater, & Stone Arch Bridge.

BUILDING HISTORY

Listed as a National Historic Landmark in 1983, Washburn Lofts is part of the Washburn-Crosby Mill A Mill complex that includes the neighboring Mill City Museum. Washburn-Crosby was the forerunner of General Mills and, in its heyday, this complex was the largest flour mill in the world.

The Washburn Lofts building itself was the A Mill’s Utility Building & Sack House (packaging plant). It was home to the famous Betty Crocker Kitchen, and was the birthplace of WCCO (Washburn-Crosby Co.) Radio.

The three terra cotta figures on the building's south facade represent the history of milling technology and were designed by Minneapolis sculptor John Karl Daniels — best known for his sculpture of Leif Ericson at the Minnesota State Capitol.