Apartment above a double garage, about 7 years old.

Apartment above a double garage, about 7 years old.

East Los Angeles, United States

Guest rating: 5.0 / 5

Overview

This smoke-free guesthouse is a private apartment built about seven years ago, set above a double garage in East Los Angeles (El Sereno area). The unit is brightly decorated in a Mexican motif and features personal artwork throughout. On the grounds, guests have access to beautifully kept gardens with fruit trees, multiple quiet sitting areas, and a back-wall mural commissioned to local artist Teresa Armas.

Apartment features

The apartment is fully furnished and includes a kitchen with a microwave and oven stove, plus practical in-unit comforts such as air conditioning, heating, a washer, and an ironing board. For downtime, there’s cable TV and free Wi‑Fi. A balcony is also listed among the amenities.

Location & getting around

The property is positioned for transit access: Valley / Block bus station is about 68 m away, Valley / Beatie about 333 m, and Rancho Castilla Student Union (Cal State LA) about 477 m. Cal State LA train station is about 1.17 km away, supporting trips toward DTLA and nearby campuses including Cal State LA and the USC Health Sciences Campus. Airport options include Hollywood Burbank (~22.4 km) and Los Angeles International (~26.3 km).

Nearby dining

Several casual dining choices are close by, including Zingo Tacos (about 29 m) and other Mexican spots like MX 30-30 ll (~278 m) and Las Ranas Cafe Valley Blvd (~565 m). Farther out, options include THE SPOT (~629 m) and Tirzahs Mexi-Terranean (~1.69 km).

Best for

This apartment-style stay suits travelers who want a quiet, self-contained base with a full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and reliable connectivity (free Wi‑Fi). It’s especially convenient for visitors connected to Cal State LA or those planning to use nearby bus and train links for getting around East LA and toward central Los Angeles.

Travel tips

If you’re relying on public transit, the closest option is Valley / Block bus stop (about 68 m away), with additional stops nearby and the Cal State LA train station roughly 1.17 km away. Drivers can take advantage of free parking on-site, which can simplify trips to DTLA, Dodger Stadium, or L.A. Live. For quick meals, Zingo Tacos is essentially next door (about 29 m).

What guests say

Reviews consistently highlight an exceptionally helpful, friendly host and a smooth, well-supported stay. Guests repeatedly mention the apartment’s distinctive decor and original art as a standout feature. The kitchen is noted as being well equipped, reinforcing the property’s suitability for self-catering and longer stays. No recurring negative themes are present in the provided excerpts.

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