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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Underground parking
  • Window blinds
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Gas stove

Location

5421 Kester Avenue, Sherman Oaks, California 91411, United States|Sherman Oaks
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Management

Jeff Edwards/Lever Apartments

Leasing office

(818) 787-9357

Property Overview

Kester Apartments stands out with an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, highlighting its competitive pricing and excellent value. The property features top-notch amenities, including a dishwasher, elevator, and onsite laundry, while its prime location provides convenient access to transportation and nearby schools. Additionally, Kester Apartments is recognized for its transparency and trustworthiness, ensuring potential renters have a clear understanding of the property and its offerings.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Kester Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kester 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath630 sqft$1,650 /mo1 unit availableModern, Spacious, Secure - Prime Location Modern Sherman Oaks Apartment building featuring secure gated entry & amp; underground parking in a single home-oriented neighborhood. Newly painted, new wood laminate plank flooring, and window blinds. Includes a dishwasher, gas stove. Kitchen has Formica counters and floors. Bathroom have Formica counters and vinyl floors. Amenities including onsite laundry facilities, large backyard patio, common courtyard, and mature landscaping, elevator and secure lobby area.

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Amenities for Kester Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioner
TrashWater

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
Range

Building

Controlled AccessElevator
Onsite LaundrySewer

Grounds

Controlled Parking
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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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About Kester Apartments

HomeApartments in Los AngelesSherman Oaks Kester Apartments

Beautiful modern building in very desirable area of Sherman Oaks.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Kester Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kester 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 Kester 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.
Kester 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·10A 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.
Kester Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Kester 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 Kester 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·7A 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.
Kester Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 Kester Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Sherman Oaks

1-bedroom apartments at Kester Apartments cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Sherman Oaks.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Sherman Oaks
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 Sherman Oaks
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,863
January 2024$1,849
February 2024$1,795
March 2024$1,865
April 2024$1,842
May 2024$1,795
June 2024$1,822
July 2024$1,894
August 2024$1,879
September 2024$1,755
October 2024$1,881
November 2024$1,909
December 2024$1,891
January 2025$1,852
February 2025$1,921
March 2025$1,872
April 2025$1,823
May 2025$1,905
June 2025$1,919
July 2025$1,854
August 2025$1,818
September 2025$1,895
October 2025$1,901
November 2025$1,895
December 2025$1,895

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$66,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Schools near Kester Apartments

Kester Avenue Elementary School

5353 kester ave

van nuys, CA, 91411

K-5Public
A-

Charles Leroy Lowman Special Ed & Career Transition Center

12827 saticoy st

north hollywood, CA, 91605

K-12Public

Lokrantz Special Education Center

19451 wyandotte st

reseda, CA, 91335

K-12Public

Marlton

4000 santo tomas dr

los angeles, CA, 90008

K-12Public

Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center

1925 budlong ave

los angeles, CA, 90007

K-10Public
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Neighborhood

Sherman Oaks | Los Angeles, CA

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

Getting around Sherman Oaks near 5421 Kester Avenue

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5421 Kester Avenue, Sherman Oaks

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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