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Highlights

  • Walk-in closets
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Updated kitchens
  • Professionally managed
  • Upscale living
  • Subway tile backsplashes

Location

248 South Western Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90004, United States|Wilshire Center - Koreatown
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Management

Property Management Associates

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Leasing office

(323) 345-4669

Open 

Saturday 8:30 am–5:30 pm PT

Property Overview

The St. Charles showcases impressive features such as walk-in closets, stainless steel appliances, and updated kitchens, contributing to an upscale living experience. With a strong Zumper expert rating of 9.7 and exceptional scores in price, location, amenities, and quality, it represents an excellent balance of value and convenience. Furthermore, the property excels in environmental sustainability and social life, with numerous parks and restaurants within close proximity, enhancing the overall lifestyle for its residents.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, The St. Charles is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

Studio + 1 BathStudio1 bath500 sqft$1,500–$1,600 /mo5 units available**2 Weeks Free** Month of January Only**
1 Bedroom + 1 Bath1 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,795 /mo1 unit availableAll floor plans are renderings and not exact

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Amenities for The St. Charles

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Farmers SinkGas Heat
Hardwood FloorSpacious Closet
Subway Tile Kitchen BacksplashTub/Shower
Updated BathroomsView
Window Coverings

Appliances

Garbage DisposalGas Range
Stainless Steel Appliances

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Business CenterControlled Access
ElevatorExposed Brick Wall
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Gate

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Recycling

Neighborhood

Transportation

Other

Medicine Cabinet
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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Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

$1,500

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Building details

Property details

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About The St. Charles

HomeApartments in Los AngelesWilshire Center - Koreatown The St. Charles

The St. Charles Apartments are the definition of upscale living. Our property features remodeled studio apartments that come with vinyl flooring, recessed lighting, exposed brick walls, open concept spaces, walk-in closets, updated kitchens with subway tile backsplashes, stainless steel appliances, and farmers sinks. We value our renter's continual satisfaction, you can always rely on our attentive on-site management and weekly maintenance and cleaning teams for assistance. We cannot wait to welcome you to the St. Charles Apartments. This property is professionally managed by Property Management Associates in Los Angeles.


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.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, The St. Charles is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated The St. Charles
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.
The St. Charles 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.
The St. Charles goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including business center. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The St. Charles receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The St. Charles offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
The St. Charles has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at The St. Charles.
Trustworthiness·9A 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 St. Charles has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

The St. Charles is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 23 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 679 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • The area has transit options

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 The St. Charles compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
More space
Studio is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Wilshire Center - Koreatown

Studio apartments at The St. Charles cost about 5% more than the average rent price for studios in Wilshire Center - Koreatown.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% lower than 1-bedrooms in Wilshire Center - Koreatown.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Wilshire Center - Koreatown
Los Angeles
A table of studio rental data trends in Los Angeles
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,750
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$1,702
November 2025$1,709
December 2025$1,729
A table of studio rental data trends in Wilshire Center - Koreatown
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,500
January 2024$1,500
February 2024$1,495
March 2024$1,496
April 2024$1,495
May 2024$1,495
June 2024$1,474
July 2024$1,465
August 2024$1,466
September 2024$1,496
October 2024$1,498
November 2024$1,495
December 2024$1,495
January 2025$1,485
February 2025$1,483
March 2025$1,484
April 2025$1,450
May 2025$1,430
June 2025$1,465
July 2025$1,419
August 2025$1,423
September 2025$1,451
October 2025$1,450
November 2025$1,438
December 2025$1,425

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near The St. Charles

Kim Elementary School

225 s oxford ave

los angeles, CA, 90004

K-5Public
A-

UCLA Community K-12

700 s mariposa ave

los angeles, CA, 90005

K-12Public
A-

New Open World Academy K-12

3201 w eighth st

los angeles, CA, 90010

K-12Public
B

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
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Getting around Los Angeles near 248 South Western Avenue

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

5/10
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 248 South Western Avenue, Los Angeles

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

8/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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