Median rent for residential apartments in as of Feb, 2020.
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303 Westwood apartments for rent
Westwood
Looking for student-friendly apartments? Westwood is located right near UCLA. Apartments in Westwood for rent tend to be more affordable. A great place for students to apply with roommates. Like any college area — there’s plenty of dive bars here, O’Hara's is a local favorite. You’ll also want to check out TLT food for pan-Asian study fuel.
Overview
The major thing about Westwood is University of California, Los Angeles – students roam the streets of their city, keeping the vibe in the neighborhood busy, low-key, and energized. The streets are clean and safe, as well as totally walkable – cars and mass transit are not popular in Westwood, Los Angeles, in part due to parking problems, and in part because everything is accessible on foot. Entertainment is diverse as expected: students don’t like their free time to be boring. Westwood features architecture dating back to roaring 20s, and a number of selections from the movies of Westwood Village, to the Geffen Playhouse beloved by theater fans and the Hammer Museum focused on artists and progressive public programs. Throw in some shopping and dining options, from fairly reasonable to the most exclusive, – and you get the idea of what Westwood, California looks like IRL.
Demographics
The neighborhood is young – average age doesn’t rise past 30 – and diverse, whether judging from racial, social, or economic viewpoint. Most of the property is rented – naturally, UCLA students are all over the place. But there’re also working people here, white and blue-collar alike, as well as respectable upper middle class settled in Holmby Hills. Several elementary schools aligned with overall safety of the neighborhood and thoughtful spirit welcome families with young children to the area.
Entertainment
Go shopping big and small in Westwood Village, the historic commercial district built to satisfy every need of local residents and boosted with the student presence. Same place goes for gastro-tours around the neighborhood and for indulging into the motion picture nostalgia with the theatres of historic value. Another couple of local attractions include Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery and Mormon temple. Nightlife isn’t all that miscellaneous, but you can try Rocco’s Tavern sports bar and Barney’s Beanery restaurant serving traditional meals until 2 in the morning.
Transportation
Westwood, California has a long history as a walking area. Thus, problems with parking are long-discussed but never really solved, swinging from expensive, hard to find, to virtually impossible unless you’re doing your weekly shopping at one of the big retailers. Everyone just keeps walking – the area’s very accessible, besides, the local community cares for the environment and dynamic vibe of Westwood, Los Angeles. Into the bargain, there are plenty of public transportation options, with bus stops scattered all over the neighborhood if you need to save time and get someplace fast.
Housing Trends
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA, USA Housing Trends
Average rent in Westwood: $3,869 (+1.1%)
| Rent Price | Feb | vs Last Month |
|---|---|---|
| Studio rentals | $2,800 | +0% |
| 1 bed rentals | $2,205 | -2.2% |
| 2 bed rentals | $3,365 | +0.3% |
| 3 bed rentals | $4,898 | +1.3% |
| 4+ bed rentals | $6,849 | -0.4% |
| Rent Type Price | Feb | vs Last Month |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment rentals | $2,892 | -0.4% |
| House rentals | $6,579 | -1.8% |
| Condo rentals | $3,933 | +0.8% |
| Room rentals | $1,059 | +0.8% |
| Townhouse rentals | $4,051 | -0.9% |
| Loft rentals | $5,005 | +2.7% |
| Duplex rentals | $3,208 | -3.5% |
Over the Mar 2020, the average rent for an apartment in/near Westwood, Los Angeles, CA increased by 1.1% to $3827. Breaking it down in details, we now see that the average price for 1-bed apartment decreased by 2.2% to $2254. Pricing for 2-bed apartment also increased by 0.3% and a place of this size will now cost you $3355. 3-bed apartment rent pricing starts at $4836, it increased by 1.3% lately. We tend to note the rise of 4- and more bed apartment pricing. It decreased by 0.4% and made it down to $6879.
The median rent for an apartment in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA decreased by 0.4% to $2903. Statistics show that house rent price decreased by 1.8% this month making it up to $6698. Condos faced an upward trend these days. The median rent for a condo increased by 0.8%, it’s now available for $3902. You can now rent a duplex for $3208, duplex rent price decreased by 3.5% this month. The median rent for a loft faced changes as well, it increased by 2.7%, the price tag now starts at $5005. An average room will now go for $1059, the median rent price for a room increased by 0.8%.
Finding Apartments in Westwood for Rent
Westwood is thoroughly residential, yet is divided into three districts, each offering its perks to the residents. The classiest, state of the art houses with the garden for rent in Westwood come in Holmby Hills, one of the most wealthy residential districts of LA and the third peak of the Platinum Triangle (Beverly Hills and Bel Air being the other two). Westwood Village, the shopping district of the whole Westwood neighborhood and UCLA specifically get you pet-friendly apartments for rent in Westwood, LA at more affordable prices and with the buzzing robust atmosphere. Finally, North Westwood Village, the multifamily residential district, with a lot of UCLA student rooms for rent offered – an ideal place for the newcomers in Westwood.
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