The South Brea Lofts went on sale June 23, and 19 units were sold in just two days.

The project includes 47 live/work lofts and 7,500 square feet of retail space, which may include a coffee or a sandwich shop.

Prices for the lofts start in the low- to mid-$700,000s and each resident will get their own GEM Neighborhood Electric Vehicle as part of the sale.

Work on the project began in March 2005 and is part of the city’s effort to revamp the look of South Brea.

The Spanish-style architecture was chosen by CWI Developers to complement the building in the area.

The 3-acre stretch on the 500 block of South Brea Boulevard was once home to a run-down strip mall with a drive-through dairy, a Chinese restaurant, a sewing and vacuum repair shop and a discount cigarette shop.

The site was originally owned by the CIM Group and the space was earmarked for a 68-unit apartment complex.

In February 2005, CIM pulled out of the deal and CWI Developers Inc., took over and introduced the live/work loft concept.

The lofts are intended to help cut down on traffic, save money and increase a business’ productivity, according to CWI President Kevin Weeda.

Many of the unit sit atop a 600-square-foot ground space, which may be used for an office, light retail or a service business.

Models are available for tours Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment. Call 714-256-9006 for more information.