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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Utilities included
  • Pet friendly
  • Shared bathroom access
  • Stove
  • Private room

Location

521 S Union Ave #18, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA|Westlake

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Contact

Lightning Leasing & Bluebrick Realty

(323) 996-4719

Property Overview

A private room with shared bathroom access includes a refrigerator, stove, utilities included, and pet-friendly living. Nearby transit, walkability, parks, and a strong restaurant scene add convenience, while the area also supports sustainability and pet care needs. Excellent value for money stands out, along with close access to top-rated middle and high schools.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Eco living
  • Social life

Amenities for 521 S Union Ave #18, Westlake

Apartment Amenities

Gas and Electric IncludedUtilities Included
Water & Sewer Included

Appliances

RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

Trash Removal Included

Other

Dogs OK Up to 25 PoundsOne Year Lease
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 521 S Union Ave #18

HomeApartments in Los AngelesWestlake 521 S Union Ave #18, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA
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Sweet deal!
This listing is 50% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Westlake.

Charming SRO Unit in the Heart of Westlake – Utilities Included, Pet Friendly! Enjoy comfortable, hassle-free living in this SRO unit featuring a private room and shared bathroom access. A refrigerator, stove, and oven are included for everyday cooking needs. This unit includes gas, electric, water, sewer, and trash, plus one parking space, offering great value and convenience. Cats and small dogs are welcome. Ideally situated in central Los Angeles, residents have easy access to Downtown LA, Koreatown, Westlake, and MacArthur Park, along with nearby public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and major freeways for easy commuting.


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 521 S Union Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

Address details

NeighborhoodWestlake
Zip code90017
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Westlake

1-bedroom apartments at 521 S Union Ave #18 cost about 50% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Los Angeles.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Westlake
Los Angeles
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Los Angeles
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,428
November 2024$2,494
December 2024$2,522
January 2025$2,517
February 2025$2,401
March 2025$2,359
April 2025$2,300
May 2025$2,298
June 2025$2,299
July 2025$2,295
August 2025$2,253
September 2025$2,250
October 2025$2,243
November 2025$2,227
December 2025$2,262
January 2026$2,292
February 2026$2,286
March 2026$2,287
April 2026$2,218
May 2026$2,195
June 2026$2,188
July 2026$2,169
August 2026$2,159
September 2026$2,135
October 2026$2,123
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Westlake
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,987
November 2024$1,872
December 2024$1,923
January 2025$1,874
February 2025$1,886
March 2025$1,788
April 2025$1,826
May 2025$1,856
June 2025$1,783
July 2025$1,796
August 2025$1,787
September 2025$1,789
October 2025$1,795
November 2025$1,766
December 2025$1,768
January 2026$1,809
February 2026$1,803
March 2026$1,789
April 2026$1,768
May 2026$1,790
June 2026$1,697
July 2026$1,692
August 2026$1,748
September 2026$1,760
October 2026$1,795

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$36,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $900.
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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 521 S Union Ave, Los Angeles, CA.
11 months ago$1,0001 bed1 bath

Schools near 521 S Union Ave #18

Union Avenue Elementary School

150 s burlington ave

los angeles, CA, 90057

K-5Public
B-

Computer Science Virtual Academy

333 s beaudry ave 11th floor

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public

Leadership & Public Service Virtual Academy

333 s beaudry ave 11th floor

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public

STEAM Virtual Academy

333 s beaudry ave 11th fl

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public

Virtual Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship

333 s beaudry ave 11th floor

los angeles, CA, 90017

K-12Public
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Getting around Los Angeles near 521 S Union Ave #18

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 521 S Union Ave #18, Los Angeles

Groceries

10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 521 S Union Ave #18

Union Plaza Market
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Bartolo Market
1811 W 6th St
Food 4 Less
1700 W 6th St
Los 3 Amigos Market
1517 W 6th St
Angeles Market
1839 W 6th St

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Property Id: 2194596 This location has 4 rooms available all with paid utilities. Great space rooms with shared bathrooms that are very clean maintained. Looking to get section 8 tenants or any other housing assistance programs. We have more units available nearby ! Text 3234512755

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