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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facility
  • Street parking
  • Full kitchen with a stove

Location

521 Union Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA|Westlake
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Management

World Unity International Property Management

Leasing office

(213) 487-4911

Property Overview

521 Union Apts. presents an appealing option for renters, with a Zumper expert rating of 8 out of 10, indicating a strong overall quality. The property excels in amenities, earning a rating of 9 out of 10, and offers excellent location advantages, also rated 9, providing easy access to various attractions. Moreover, it emphasizes sustainability and social engagement, featuring nearby parks, restaurants, and public transit, thereby fostering an active lifestyle for 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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 521 UNION APTS. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 521 UNION APTS. has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath436 sqft$1,750 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 521 Union Apts, your new home in the heart of Los Angeles, CA. This apartment offers a single bedroom and a full bathroom, perfect for those seeking a comfortable and convenient living space. The kitchen comes equipped with a stove, ready for your culinary adventures. The apartment also features tile flooring throughout, adding a touch of elegance and ease of maintenance. For your convenience, laundry facilities are available on-site, eliminating the need for time-consuming trips to the laundromat. Ceiling fans are installed to ensure a comfortable atmosphere, providing a cool breeze during those warm LA days. Although the apartment offers street parking only, the central location puts you in close proximity to various city attractions. Experience the vibrant city life at 521 Union Apts. Contact Kim 213-574-1371

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Amenities for 521 UNION APTS.

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanTile Flooring

Appliances

RangeStove

Building

Onsite Laundry

Neighborhood

Street Parking Only
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

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Building details

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About 521 UNION APTS.

HomeApartments in Los AngelesWestlake 521 UNION APTS.

Welcome to 521 Union Apts, your new home in the heart of Los Angeles, CA. This apartment offers a single bedroom and a full bathroom, perfect for those seeking a comfortable and convenient living space. The kitchen comes equipped with a stove, ready for your culinary adventures. The apartment also features tile flooring throughout, adding a touch of elegance and ease of maintenance. For your convenience, laundry facilities are available on-site, eliminating the need for time-consuming trips to the laundromat. Ceiling fans are installed to ensure a comfortable atmosphere, providing a cool breeze during those warm LA days. Although the apartment offers street parking only, the central location puts you in close proximity to various city attractions. Experience the vibrant city life at 521 Union Apts. Contact Kim 213-574-1371


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 521 UNION APTS. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 521 UNION APTS. has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 521 UNION APTS.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 521 UNION APTS. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Westlake. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
521 UNION APTS. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 521 UNION APTS. 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.
521 UNION APTS. 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 521 UNION APTS. 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.

521 UNION APTS. is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 73 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Area has 73 parks and recreation options
  • 433 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

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 UNION APTS. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Westlake

1-bedroom apartments at 521 UNION APTS. cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Westlake.

Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Westlake
Los Angeles
A table of studio rental data trends in Los Angeles
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,817
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Westlake
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,372
November 2023$1,350
December 2023$1,350
January 2024$1,323
February 2024$1,295
March 2024$1,295
April 2024$1,301
May 2024$1,385
June 2024$1,367
July 2024$1,375
August 2024$1,378
September 2024$1,392
October 2024$1,388
November 2024$1,379
December 2024$1,367
January 2025$1,346
February 2025$1,330
March 2025$1,368
April 2025$1,385
May 2025$1,350
June 2025$1,370
July 2025$1,352
August 2025$1,362
September 2025$1,314

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Can I afford to live at 521 Union Dr?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near 521 UNION APTS.

Union Avenue Elementary School

150 s burlington ave

los angeles, CA, 90057

K-5Public
B-

Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center

1925 budlong ave

los angeles, CA, 90007

K-10Public

City of Angels

221 s eman ave

los angeles, CA, 90063

K-12Public
B

Marlton

4000 santo tomas dr

los angeles, CA, 90008

K-12Public

Charles Leroy Lowman Special Ed & Career Transition Center

12827 saticoy st

north hollywood, CA, 91605

K-12Public
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Getting around Los Angeles near 521 Union Dr

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

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

Points of interest for 521 Union Dr, Los Angeles

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

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

Cafes

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

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

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 521 Union Dr

Los 3 Amigos Market
1517 W 6th St
La Guadalupana
1422 W 6th St
Union Plaza Market
1629 W 6th St
Food 4 Less
1700 W 6th St
Mark's Liquor
1259 W 6th St

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