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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • In-unit washer/dryer
  • Central heat/ac
  • Recessed lighting
  • Modern kitchen/living area

Location

1237 W 25th St, Los Angeles, CA 90007, USA|Congress North
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Management

Orion Housing, LLC.

Leasing office

(310) 616-6684

Property Overview

Vela Apartments is well-regarded, securing a 7.1 out of 10 on the Zumper expert rating scale and impressive 9 out of 10 for both amenities and location, indicating a high standard of living and convenience. The property features hardwood floors, in-unit washer/dryer, and a modern kitchen, while showcasing transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10. Additionally, its proximity to top-rated schools and a substantial collection of images further enhances its appeal to potential renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Vela Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Vela Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1241 W 25th St - Private Room starting at $1,0501 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,050 /mo1 unit available
1237 25th St - 4bd/3ba4 bed3 bath900 sqft$4,400 /mo1 unit available
Premium Townhome - 1241 W 25th St7 bed6 bath2,150 sqft$8,050 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Vela Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Furnished

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Services

Monthly Maid Service

Neighborhood

Close to USC Campus
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Building details

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About Vela Apartments

HomeApartments in Los AngelesCongress North Vela Apartments

Discover luxury student living with private or shared room options in this completely remodeled, fully furnished 4‑unit building across from USC. Each spacious unit features a modern kitchen/living area, in-unit washer/dryer, central heat/AC, recessed lighting, hardwood floors, and furnished common areas designed for comfort and convenience. Located in the DPS patrol zone, this property offers added security and monthly maid service. Every bedroom includes a full bed, desk, and wardrobe—perfect for individual students or roommates seeking a hassle-free lease. Enjoy unbeatable walkability—just steps from USC, Ralphs grocery, the Metro E and Expo rail lines, and nearby dining spots. This is upscale, uncomplicated student living tailored to those who want premium proximity without the premium price. Tours filling fast—contact us today!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Vela Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Vela Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Vela Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Vela Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Vela Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including close to usc campus. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Vela Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Vela Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Vela Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 Vela Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 690 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Congress North

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 36% lower than 1-bedrooms in Congress North.

4-bedroom apartments at Vela Apartments cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Congress North.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Congress North
Los Angeles
A table of studio rental data trends in Los Angeles
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,796
December 2023$1,777
January 2024$1,785
February 2024$1,695
March 2024$1,712
April 2024$1,718
May 2024$1,750
June 2024$1,778
July 2024$1,816
August 2024$1,848
September 2024$1,848
October 2024$1,801
November 2024$1,814
December 2024$1,845
January 2025$1,848
February 2025$1,815
March 2025$1,810
April 2025$1,756
May 2025$1,745
June 2025$1,750
July 2025$1,750
August 2025$1,736
September 2025$1,702
October 2025$1,701
A table of studio rental data trends in Congress North
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,595
December 2023$1,596
January 2024$1,595
February 2024$1,599
March 2024$1,619
April 2024$1,703
May 2024$1,672
June 2024$1,692
July 2024$1,648
August 2024$1,600
September 2024$1,548
October 2024$1,643
November 2024$1,657
December 2024$1,654
January 2025$1,649
February 2025$1,633
March 2025$1,625
April 2025$1,591
May 2025$1,597
June 2025$1,604
July 2025$1,500
August 2025$1,495
September 2025$1,589
October 2025$1,464

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$42,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near Vela Apartments

Norwood Street Elementary School

2020 oak st

los angeles, CA, 90007

K-5Public
C

Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center

1925 budlong ave

los angeles, CA, 90007

K-10Public

Marlton

4000 santo tomas dr

los angeles, CA, 90008

K-12Public

City of Angels

221 s eman ave

los angeles, CA, 90063

K-12Public
B

Charles Leroy Lowman Special Ed & Career Transition Center

12827 saticoy st

north hollywood, CA, 91605

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Congress North | Los Angeles, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Los Angeles near 1237 W 25th St

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

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1237 W 25th St, Los Angeles

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 1237 W 25th St

Pancho's Market
1191 W 24th St
Hoover Ranch Market
2301 S Hoover St
Pinero's Food Market
2313 S Hoover St
Ralphs
2600 S Vermont Ave
Sun Moon Market
1507 W 24th St

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