Butler Brothers Lofts

Butler Brothers Lofts is a unique four-story building located in the heart of Kansas City’s Historic Garment District. Built in 1909 and designated on the National Registry of Historic Places, this building originally served as a dry goods storage warehouse for The Butler Brothers Company. The history of the Butler Brothers dates back to the 19th century. Founded in 1877 as a mail-order company by George H. Butler and Edward Burgess Butler. In the 1920s, Butler Brothers moved into retailing with a chain of “Scott” and “L. C. Burr” stores. In the early 1930s, they developed the Ben Franklin Stores and Federated Stores, both of which were franchised five and dime stores. Most were in small towns. By 1936 there were 2,600 Ben Franklin stores and 1,400 Federated stores.

Butler Brothers was recently renovated into 30 loft-style apartments. These lofts have soaring wood beams, colorful brick walls, and spectacular urban views. Unit finishes feature granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, restored hardwood and polished concrete flooring, contemporary bathrooms with washer and dryer. The amenity package includes a fitness facility with a full range of cardio and strength training machines and a private resident storage area. You’ll be part of an historic neighborhood with several attractions within short walking distance…the River Market, many fine restaurants and much more. Enjoy loft living in the Garment District at Butler Brothers Lofts.