Quiet, spacious 2br apartment in LA suburbs, walkable to coffee/food
Apartment • Los Angeles CA United States
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Beds
2 Bathrooms
Primary home
Exchange types accepted
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Statistics
Listed January 2026
Views 994
General Overview
My home is a large, very quiet two-bedroom apartment located in Valley Village/Studio City. It's walking distance to a lovely cafe, a Starbucks, several food options, a grocery store, a gas station, and a park! The neighborhood is suburban with the convenience of the city. It’s right off the 101 highway so it’s super easy to get to. I have lived here for 13 years and I love it so much.
What's around?
The apartment is roughly 10 minutes from Universal Studios, 15 minutes from Hollywood, Warner Brothers Studios, Paramount Studios, and BUR airport. There's also a beautiful local hike in the Hollywood Hills 7 minutes away that I frequently go to. (Better than Runyan Canyon in my opinion and more likely to see celebrities ;))
My Fur Baby
My cat, Lady, may be super shy and you may not see her much, or she’ll decide you’re one of the chosen ones and she’ll engage in endless conversation with you. Lol. She usually sleeps out in the living room and is a very chill cat. She has a feeder and a fountain, so all she needs is a litter box scoop here and there. For extended stays, refilling the feeder and fountain would be needed. Overall, she's very low maintenance.
The Space
There's 1 master bedroom with a full bathroom, and then another bedroom with a full bathroom right across from it. The living area is very spacious, and the kitchen is fully stocked, because I love cooking. There's also a game closet, full of board games and puzzles. :)
*There is a washer/dryer on the floor. It is pay per wash and operates through an app.
Guest Access
The apartment is on the top floor (3rd) and its right off the elevator. There's also stairs right next to the apartment as well.
Notes
Street parking is free, just be mindful of street cleaning! (There are some streets that don't have street cleaning a block away, though.)
Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
Travel Styles
Relaxing
City
House Rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Unsuitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
The neighborhood is quaint. There's two blocks of apartments, and the rest of the area is single-family homes.
Getting to my home
It's LA, so everything is accessible by car. We have lots of Ubers and Lyfts, but I suggest renting a car for your stay.
If you're coming from LAX and don't have a car, I do have a local hack. Take the Van Nuys Flyaway Shuttle to the Van Nuys airport and then uber from there. MUCH cheaper!
Nearest airport
BUR airport
Getting Around
A car is essential in LA. However, there is a lot to walk to - a grocery store, Starbucks, a cafe, a gas station, and several other food and coffee options!
Map of Approximate Location
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We really enjoyed our stay at Kathy’s home — clean, welcoming, and very homey. The pool added to the experience, and the nearby restaurants made everything easy and convenient. Very relaxing overall.
Kathy took excellent care of our home and left everything spotless. We truly appreciated the sweet thank-you note and flowers — very thoughtful and generous. We would happily host her again.
Elsie's home is lovely! You can tell the care she takes in making your stay special. :) Communication with Elsie was wonderful. She's very thorough and makes sure you have what you need.
Elsie is a wonderful guest. Very respectful, communicative, and clean. I would have her back anytime!
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Kathy
Hi! I’m originally from NJ but I’ve been living in LA for 15 years. I write and make films, and I’m also starting a teaching career. I love the mountains, bodies of water, and new cultures! I live by the rule "leave a place better than you found it," so I will make sure to take care of your home! I'm also happy to care for cats and small pets. :)
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