RBM of California Finished Sawtelle Residential Project
A new five-story apartment building has reached its framing milestone in Los Angeles.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Construction
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RBM of California has completed the framing for a residential building located at 11250 La Grange Avenue in the Sawtelle neighborhood. The structure features 38 apartment units alongside a two-level, 100-car subterranean parking garage.
Why it matters
The developer utilized density bonus incentives to exceed standard zoning limits in exchange for reserving five units for very low-income households. This project marks a shift in the local landscape by replacing a cluster of single-family homes with higher-density housing.
The property includes 38 two- and three-bedroom apartments built on a five-story frame. The development also provides 100 parking stalls across two subterranean levels.
The players
RBM of California
This is a real estate development firm responsible for the planning and construction of multi-family residential properties in Los Angeles.
The details
The building includes modern amenities such as a gym and a rooftop deck for residents. This development replaces former single-family housing as the company looks toward future expansion with a new mixed-use project planned for Pico Boulevard in Rancho Park.
Timeline
Framing for the building was reported as complete on September 23, 2026.
Market Landscape
This development follows the structure established by the Los Angeles density bonus ordinance to increase unit counts while providing low-income housing. It positions the developer to expand its footprint in the competitive city market by prioritizing higher-density multi-family structures.
Local residents will see an increase in housing supply in the Sawtelle area, including five units designated for very low-income households. The project replaces low-density residential homes with a larger apartment building, permanently altering the neighborhood's unit capacity.
The takeaway
Developers in high-density markets are increasingly using incentive programs to navigate complex zoning restrictions. Homebuyers and renters should watch for how these density bonuses continue to reshape neighborhood layouts in urban centers.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Urbanize LA.
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