The Metro Loft Oasis

Florence-Graham, United States

Overview

The Metro Loft Oasis is a gated, fully fenced apartment building offering a ground-floor unit with mezzanine bedrooms in the Florence-Graham/Huntington Park area (ZIP 90011) near Downtown Los Angeles. The layout is distinctive: the main level has a 7 ft ceiling, while the mezzanine areas are 6 ft, which may feel tight for taller guests or anyone wanting more open vertical space. The property is smoke-free, pet-friendly, and uses smart-lock self check-in.

Layout & In-Unit Features

This approximately 650 sq. ft. unit includes two queen bedrooms located on the mezzanine, plus a living area with a wall-mounted widescreen TV, board games, sofa, coffee table, and split A/C. Bedroom access is unconventional: to reach Bedroom 1 you must pass through Bedroom 2, so Bedroom 2 is not private. The bathroom is stocked with a rain showerhead and handheld shower, towels, hairdryer, and basic toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash).

Kitchen & Laundry

A full kitchen/dining setup supports longer stays, with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee maker with supplies, baking tray, and a 4-person dining table (plus mugs and wine glasses). Laundry is available via a shared, coin-operated laundry room for the building; detergent is not provided.

Parking, Rules & Security

Parking is free street parking, but guests should plan around street-sweeping restrictions. Parties and mass gatherings are not allowed, and smoking inside is prohibited (violations may be fined up to $500). Exterior security cameras cover areas such as the driveway and front door.

Location & Getting Around

The apartment is positioned close to transit, with bus stops including Gage Ave & Malabar St (Eastbound) about 38 m away, Gage / Santa Fe about 137 m, and Pacific / Clarendon about 303 m. Nearby dining includes The Corner Grill Express (~425 m), The Neighborhood Cafe (~532 m), NORMS Restaurant (~862 m), and Birrieria Marys (~911 m). It’s also within driving range of major LA draws mentioned by the host, including Staples Center/Crypto.com Arena (about 2 miles) and Hollywood Blvd (about 15 miles), with multiple airports serving the region (LAX ~17.1 km away).

Best for

This property suits travelers who want a self-contained apartment base near Downtown LA with a real kitchen, dining table, and in-unit living area for downtime. It can work well for guests prioritizing transit access, given the very short walk to several bus stops on and near Gage Ave. It’s also a fit for pet owners looking for a pet-friendly, smoke-free stay with gated building access.

Travel tips

Plan for the low ceiling heights (7 ft on the main floor and 6 ft on the mezzanine), especially if anyone in your group is tall. If you’re driving, use the free street parking but check posted street-sweeping schedules to avoid tickets or towing. For public transit, the closest bus options are extremely close—Gage Ave & Malabar St (Eastbound) is roughly 38 m away, and Gage / Santa Fe is about 137 m away.

What guests say

No guest review excerpts were provided, so recurring positive or negative themes cannot be verified from traveler feedback. The listing itself highlights a distinctive mezzanine layout with notably low ceiling heights, which may influence comfort depending on height and mobility needs. Practical strengths described include a well-equipped kitchen, split A/C, smart-lock entry, and proximity to bus stops. The host also notes the surrounding area is not especially upscale and advises guests to stay aware of their surroundings.

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